Longtime town doctor whose professional rivalry with Andy Brown gradually develops into mutual respect and friendship. He is the father of Amy and Bright. His family life, marriage to Rose, and children's personal growth form central ensemble subplots throughout the series.
Samantha's caring boyfriend and Caitlin's stepfather. He represents the normal life Samantha fights to protect. He is temporarily left behind for safety but rejoins Samantha and Caitlin at the end as they relocate to a remote farmhouse.
Doug Davis is Darlene Davis's father. Before the trip, Darlene lies to him by saying that she and Alice Marano are going to Hawaii. After the arrest, he blames Alice for ruining Darlene's life, recalling that Alice had often caused trouble as a child.
The newly single father of the Tyler twins. Eager to move forward, he responds to the billboard advertisement and navigates a series of comedic romantic attempts before finding genuine connection.
Paul is Katie's lawyer after she is arrested for killing Jimmy. Katie tells him that she is guilty, even though she still loves her husband. Paul later informs Jack that Jimmy abused Katie regularly and beat her every day, helping Jack understand that she was protecting herself. He represents Katie as she considers taking her case to trial.
A former rodeo star who operates a horse ranch next door to the trailer park. Sunny develops a fondness for him, and Kathleen initially disapproves of him but eventually learns to trust him.
James is Danny's father and Uncle Fred's son, a businessman determined to reopen the family chocolate factory. He proposes a Halloween event to raise money, initially dismisses the town's fears, and later reconciles with his undead father while beginning a relationship with Taylor.
Marcus is Leah’s husband and Robin’s father. He wants Leah to spend more time with the family and, while she is away for work, accepts Dorothy’s help caring for Robin. He initially dismisses Robin’s fears as overreaction, but joins Leah in searching for their missing daughter and confronting Dorothy.
Tom Amandes has 54 screen credits in a career dating back to 1988. Signature works include Everwood, The Long Kiss Goodnight, The Untouchables. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
