Sullivan’s Crossing is a Canadian romantic drama series created by Roma Roth. Based on the book series by Robyn Carr, the CTV series follows Maggie Sullivan, a neurosurgeon who decides to move back to her hometown after facing some legal trouble. When she gets back, she finds it hard to reconnect with her estranged father, but things soon change when she meets the mysterious newcomer, Cal Jones. Sullivan’s Crossing stars Morgan Kohan, Chad Michael Murray, Tom Jackson, Andrea Menard, and Scott Patterson. So, if you loved the small town vibe, feel-good drama, and likable characters in Sullivan’s Crossing, here are some similar shows you should check out next.
Virgin River (Netflix)
Virgin River is a romantic drama series developed by Sue Tenney. Based on the book series by Robyn Carr, the Netflix series follows Melina “Mel” Monroe, a nurse looking for a fresh start, who decides to move to a remote Northern California town but soon finds it hard to assimilate with small-town living. Virgin River stars Alexandra Breckenridge, Martin Henderson, Colin Lawrence, Jenny Cooper, Lauren Hammersley, Annette O’Toole, and Tim Matheson.
Hart of Dixie (Prime Video)
Hart of Dixie is a comedy-drama series created by Leila Gerstein. The CW series follows Dr. Zoe Hart, who moves from New York City to the small Alabama town of Bluebell after her dreams of becoming a heart surgeon are quashed, and she suddenly discovers that she has inherited a medical practice in Bluebell. Hart of Dixie stars Rachel Bilson, Jaime King, Cress Williams, Wilson Bethel, Scott Porter, Tim Matheson, and Kaitlyn Black.
Everwood (Prime Video)
Everwood is a family drama series created by Greg Berlanti. The WB series follows Dr. Andy Brown as he moves with his two teen children from New York City to a small Colorado town after the death of his wife. The still grieving Brown children find it difficult to get accustomed to their new surroundings. Everwood stars Treat Williams, Gregory Smith, Emily VanCamp, Debra Mooney, John Beasley, Vivien Cardone, Chris Pratt, and Stephanie Niznik.
Wildfire (Netflix, Prime Video, Tubi, Pluto TV, The Roku Channel, & Plex)
Wildfire is a teen drama series co-created by Michael Piller and Christopher Teague. The ABC Family series follows Kris Furillo, a young woman who is taken in by a ranch family, where she gets the chance for a fresh start after a stint at the detention centre. Wildfire stars Genevieve Cortese, Nicole Tubiola, Nana Visitor, Greg Serano, Micah Alberti, James Read, Ryan Spyek, and Andrew Hoeft.
Gilmore Girls (Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, & Rent on Prime Video)
Gilmore Girls is a comedy-drama series created by Amy Sherman-Palladino. The WB and later on The CW series is set in the fictional small town of Stars Hollow, and it follows the Gilmore mother and daughter, who are also each other’s best friends and try to support each other in achieving their dreams. Gilmore Girls stars Lauren Graham, Alexis Bledel, Melissa McCarthy, Keiko Agena, Yanic Truesdale, Scott Patterson, Kelly Bishop, Edward Herrmann, and Liza Weil.
Sweet Magnolias (Netflix)
Sweet Magnolias is a romantic drama series created by Sheryl J. Anderson. Based on the book series by Sherryl Woods, the Netflix series is set in Southern California, and it revolves around three childhood friends who support each other through life’s various challenges. Sweet Magnolias stars JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Brooke Elliott, Heather Headley, Logan Allen, Anneliese Judge, Carson Rowland, Justin Bruening, and Chris Klein.
Ransom Canyon (Netflix)
Ransom Canyon is a Western romantic drama series created by April Blair. Based on the book series by Jodi Thomas, the Netflix series is set in a small Texan town, and it revolves around a stoic rancher as he tries to get over his late wife and falls for a family friend. Ransom Canyon stars Josh Duhamel, Minka Kelly, Eoin Macken, Lizzy Greene, Garrett Wareing, Marianly Tejada, Jack Schumacher, Andrew Liner, and James Brolin.
Ginny & Georgia (Netflix)
Ginny & Georgia is a comedy-drama series created by Sarah Lampert. The Netflix series follows the mother-daughter duo of Georgia and Ginny Miller as they move to the small, charming town of Wellsbury. While Georgia sees this town as another pit-stop before they move again but Ginny wants to make the town her home. Ginny & Georgia stars Brianne Howey, Antonia Gentry, Diesel La Torraca, Jennifer Robertson, Felix Mallard, Sara Waisglass, Scott Porter, Raymond Ablack, Katie Douglas, and Chelsea Clark.
Schitt’s Creek (Prime Video, Hulu, & Disney+)
Schitt’s Creek is a Canadian sitcom series co-created by Eugene and Daniel Levy. The CBC Television series revolves around the Rose family, whose whole life is completely upended when all of their wealth is suddenly lost, and the only thing left in their name is a town they once bought as a joke. Schitt’s Creek stars Eugene Levy, Daniel Levy, Catherine O’Hara, Annie Murphy, Jennifer Robertson, Emily Hampshire, Tim Rozon, Chris Elliott, Dustin Milligan, Sarah Levy, and John Hemphill.
Heartland (Netflix, Peacock, Pluto TV, Plex, Tubi, The Roku Channel, Philo, & Sling TV)
Heartland is a Canadian family drama series developed by Murray Shostak. Based on the book series by Lauren Brooke, the CBC Television series is set in Alberta, Canada, and it follows Amy Fleming, a young woman still grieving over the loss of her mother while carrying on with her work of treating injured horses. Her life is upended when her estranged sister and father enter her life. Heartland stars Amber Marshall, Michelle Morgan, Shaun Johnston, and Chris Potter.