If you’ve spent any time lately scrolling through the Netflix Top 10, you’ve probably seen the mist-covered mountains of Nova Scotia and the familiar, brooding face of Chad Michael Murray. Sullivan’s Crossing basically took over the streaming world by surprise. It’s got that cozy, high-stakes comfort that Virgin River fans crave, which makes sense since it’s based on novels by the same author, Robyn Carr.
But here is the thing: a lot of people are finishing Season 2 and hitting a wall. They want to know when the next chapter drops.
Sullivan's Crossing Season 3 Release Date Netflix: The Reality
Kinda weirdly, the third season has actually already finished its broadcast run in some places. While Netflix US subscribers were just getting settled into the first two seasons, CTV in Canada was airing the third.
The official Sullivan's Crossing Season 3 release date Netflix was August 11, 2025.
If you are looking for it right now on your Netflix account in the United States, all 10 episodes of Season 3 should be sitting there waiting for you. It dropped at 3:00 a.m. ET on that Monday, following a pattern where Netflix licenses the show after its original run on The CW and CTV.
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Why the wait felt so long
Honestly, the release schedule for this show is a bit of a headache. It’s a Canadian production, so CTV gets first dibs. They usually premiere episodes in the spring. Then, The CW in the US airs them a few weeks or months later. Netflix is usually the last stop in the chain, appearing once the broadcast seasons have fully wrapped up to ensure they don't cannibalize the live TV ratings.
In 2025, Season 3 premiered on CTV on April 27 and finished on June 22. Netflix moved pretty fast this time, snagging the rights for the US just a couple of months after the finale aired.
What actually happens in Season 3?
No spoilers here that would ruin the vibe, but things get heavy. Maggie Sullivan, played by Morgan Kohan, has finally committed to life in Timberlake. She’s trying to juggle her high-flying neurosurgeon skills with the slower pace of her father’s campground.
Scott Patterson (who we all still love as Luke from Gilmore Girls) brings a lot of heart this season as Sully. He’s dealing with the legacy of the Crossing and some health scares that ripple through the community.
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And then there is Cal.
The "slow burn" between Maggie and Cal Jones (Chad Michael Murray) finally starts to feel a bit more like a real fire, but a massive twist in the finale literally changes everything we thought we knew about Maggie’s past.
New faces in Timberlake
The show added some serious talent for the third outing.
- Steve Lund joined the cast as Cooper, the new Fire Chief.
- Kate Vernon (from Battlestar Galactica) showed up as Helen Culver, a writer who ends up being a pretty significant part of Sully's world.
- Joel Oulette played Jacob, adding another layer to the Cranebear family tree.
Will there be a Season 4?
Yes. It’s already been greenlit. CTV and The CW aren't letting this one go anytime soon, especially with how well it performed on Netflix.
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Filming for Season 4 actually began in Halifax back in August 2025 and wrapped up late in the year. If the schedule holds, we are looking at a Spring 2026 broadcast premiere, which likely means a Summer 2026 Netflix release date for the fourth season.
It’s rare for a show to maintain this kind of momentum across three different platforms—CTV, The CW, and Netflix—but the "comfort watch" genre is currently bulletproof.
How to watch if you don't have Netflix
If you’re someone who doesn’t want to wait for Netflix to refresh their library, there are other ways to keep up. In the US, The CW app usually has the episodes for free (with ads) shortly after they air. In Canada, the CTV app and Crave are the go-to spots.
But for the "binge-watchers" who want the high-definition, ad-free experience, Netflix is the undisputed king of the Crossing.
Actionable Steps for Fans
- Check your region: Ensure your Netflix is set to the US or Canada, as international licensing for this specific show varies wildly (Stan usually handles Australia).
- Add to "My List": Even if you've seen it, adding it to your list tells the Netflix algorithm that this "comfort drama" genre is worth investing in, which helps secure future seasons.
- Watch the finale twice: The Season 3 cliffhanger involves a character named Liam Davies. You'll want to re-watch his earlier, brief mentions in the season to see if you can spot the clues.
The drama at Sullivan's Crossing isn't slowing down, and with Season 4 already in the pipeline, you've got plenty of time to catch up on the 30 episodes currently available.