The fearless Sheriff Mickey Fox (Morena Baccarin) is back with her Sheriff Country family and team, including Lieutenant Nathan Boone (Matt Lauria), Wes Fox (W. Earl Brown), Travis Fraley (Christopher Gorham), Deputy Cassidy Campbell (Michele Weaver), and more, to keep the town of Edgewater safe in a brand-new season. The ensemble cast expands for Season 2 to include Amanda Arcuri as Skye and Ian Quinlan as Deputy Hank Iglesias.
The Fire Country universe expansion, Sheriff Country, is a procedural drama that follows Sheriff Mickey Fox as she patrols the town and investigates crime while battling personal issues at home. Keep reading to get to know the cast: the actors, characters, where you’ve seen them before, latest additions, and more.
Key facts
- Status: Season 2 now streaming
- Network: CBS
- Streaming: Paramount+
- Release cadence: New episodes Fridays at 8 PM ET/PT on CBS/Paramount+ (Paramount+ Premium plan); next-day streaming on Paramount+ (all plans)
- Starring: Morena Baccarin, Matt Lauria, W. Earl Brown, Michele Weaver, Christopher Gorham, Amanda Arcuri, Ian Quinlan
- New series regulars: Amanda Arcuri, Ian Quinlan
Sheriff Country
Watch NowWho is in the cast?
- Morena Baccarin as Mickey Fox
- Matt Lauria as Nathan Boone
- W. Earl Brown as Wes Fox
- Christopher Gorham as Travis Fraley
- Michele Weaver as Cassidy Campbell
- Amanda Arcuri as Skye Fraley
- Ian Quinlan as Hank Iglesias
The biggest change to the cast heading into Season 2 is the promotion of recurring stars Amanda Arcuri and Ian Quinlan to series regulars.
Meet the main cast
Get better acquainted with the sheriff’s office and the Fox family from Sheriff Country.
Morena Baccarin as Mickey Fox
Emmy® nominee Morena Baccarin stars as the straight-shooting Sheriff Mickey Fox. She is the stepsister of Fire Country’s Sharon Leone (Diane Farr) and was first introduced in the episode “Alert the Sheriff” before landing her own series. Mickey has complicated family dynamics with her ex-con father Wes, daughter and recovering addict Skye, and ex-husband Travis.
Where you’ve seen Baccarin: Deadpool, Homeland, Gotham, Masters of the Universe
Seasons: 1–present
Matt Lauria as Nathan Boone
Matt Lauria plays Mickey’s second-in-command at the sheriff’s office, Lieutenant Nathan Boone. He might approach the job differently than Mickey, but they both know how to get the job done and keep the residents of Edgewater safe. Boone and Mickey have weathered many storms in the job and will always have each other’s back.
Where you’ve seen Lauria: Friday Night Lights, Kingdom, CSI: Vegas, Parenthood
Seasons: 1–present
W. Earl Brown as Wes Fox
Mickey’s father, Wes Fox, and the stepfather of Fire Country’s Sharon Leone, is played by W. Earl Brown. He is an ex-convict, off-the-grid marijuana grower who clashes with his daughter due to his life choices. Wes has had several run-ins with the sheriff’s office, but his knowledge and different point of view help Mickey when she needs it most.
Where you’ve seen Brown: There’s Something About Mary, Deadwood, Scream, The Highwaymen
Seasons: 1–present
Christopher Gorham as Travis Fraley
Christopher Gorham stars as Mickey’s ex-husband Travis Fraley. Travis is also the father of Skye, and an attorney. Mickey and Travis have a complicated relationship that started in high school.
Where you’ve seen Gorham: Covert Affairs, Ugly Betty, Insatiable, The Lincoln Lawyer
Seasons: 1–present
Michele Weaver as Cassidy Campbell
Michele Weaver plays Deputy Cassidy Campbell, Mickey’s colleague and close friend. Mickey helped Cassidy during a dark time, leading her to the sheriff’s office. Cassidy has developed a keen interest in cold cases, due to her past, and has a growing talent at investigating crimes that have been unsolved for years.
Where you’ve seen Weaver: Love Is, Council of Dads, Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings
Seasons: 1–present
Amanda Arcuri as Skye Fraley
Amanda Arcuri is a recurring character in Season 1 and has been promoted to series regular for Season 2. She plays Mickey and Travis’ daughter Skye Fraley, a recovering addict who is struggling to find purpose in her life.
Where you’ve seen Arcuri: Degrassi: The Next Generation, Degrassi: Next Class, Do Not Reply
Seasons: 1–present; series regularly since Season 2
Ian Quinlan as Hank Iglesias
Another familiar face in Edgewater’s sheriff’s office is Deputy Hank Iglesias, played by Ian Quinlan. Quinlan moves from recurring star to series regular in Season 2. He develops a close relationship with Cassidy as he helps her with cold cases.
Where you’ve seen Quinlan: City Hall, Jupiter’s Legacy, Gotham, Sneaky Pete
Seasons: 1–present; series regularly since Season 2
New and/or notable guest cast
The show’s core cast returns for Season 2, and some notable guest/recurring characters will also pop up in Mickey’s life.
Ben McKenzie as Sheriff Jim Wade
Morena Baccarin’s real-life husband Ben McKenzie appears in the Season 2 premiere episode, “Cyclone.” He plays Sheriff Jim Wade, a neighboring sheriff called in to assist Mickey. The couple have appeared on the series Gotham together and will bring that acting magic to the intense season premiere of Sheriff Country.
Where you’ve seen McKenzie: Gotham, The O.C., Southland, Everyone Is Lying to You for Money
Sheriff Country Seasons: Season 2 guest star
Rachel Ticotin as Eva Santos
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Rachel Ticotin continues to play Eva Santos in Season 2, also known as Maria Fox, Mickey’s presumed-dead mother and Wes’ ex-wife. In the Season 1 finale, DEA Deputy Director Eva Santos reveals her true identity to Wes and Mickey, and ropes them into a mission to take down the Bulgarian cartel. Season 2 will explore this new connection more.
Where you’ve seen Ticotin: Total Recall, Man on Fire, Fort Apache, The Bronx, Con Air
Sheriff Country Seasons: Season 1 as Maria Fox (Eva Santos) / Season 2 recurring role as Eva Santos
Supporting and recurring characters
Check out the supporting and recurring characters that will be appearing in Season 2:
- Jenny Raven as Emmy Yorke
- Caroline Rhea as Gina
- Sandy E. Scott as Deputy Anderson
- Max Thieriot as Bode Leon (Sheriff Country Fire Country Crossover Event)
- Kevin Alejandro as Manny Perez (Sheriff Country Fire Country Crossover Event)
- Jules Latimer as Eve Edwards (Sheriff Country Fire Country Crossover Event)
How the cast connects to Fire Country
Fire Country and Sheriff Country both take place in the fictional California town of Edgewater. Sheriff Mickey Fox and her father Wes first appeared on Fire Country. They share a family connection with Cal Fire Division Chief Sharon Leone, Mickey’s stepsister and Wes’ stepdaughter.
Characters from both series appear in episodes that don’t turn into full crossover events. Sharon Leon and Bode Leon have stopped by Sheriff Country for short visits, while Mickey Fox has appeared on Fire Country several times. But big news: Sheriff Country will cross over with Fire Country in episodes scheduled to premiere on Friday, Nov. 6. Characters from both shows will appear across this two-hour crossover event. Don’t miss the epic crossover event featuring Morena Baccarin, Matt Lauria, W. Earl Brown, Michele Weaver, Amanda Arcuri, Ian Quinlan, Max Thieriot, Kevin Alejandro,, and Jules Latimer.
Watch Sheriff Country on Paramount+
Catch up with Mickey and the rest of the Edgewater crew on Paramount+. Get addicted to the procedural crime drama and binge-watch every episode of Season 1 available now. Watch new episodes of Sheriff Country starting Friday, Oct. 9.
FAQ
Who plays Mickey Fox on Sheriff Country?
Morena Baccarin plays Edgewater’s Sheriff Mickey Fox, the lead role in the CBS Original Sheriff Country. The actress is best known for her work on Deadpool, Gotham, and more; she earned an Emmy® nomination for playing Jessica Brody on Homeland,
Who plays Mickey’s daughter on Sheriff Country?
Amanda Arcuri plays Travis and Mickey’s daughter Skye Fraley in Sheriff Country. She was promoted to series regular for Season 2.
Is Ben McKenzie joining Sheriff Country?
Ben McKenzie, Monica Baccarin’s real-life husband and Gotham co-star, guest stars as Sheriff Jim Wade in the Sheriff Country Season 2 premiere, “Cyclone.”
Is Sheriff Country connected to Fire Country?
Yes. Sheriff Country is a universe expansion of the Fire Country universe and takes place in the same fictional town of Edgewater. The show centers on Mickey Fox, the stepsister of Fire Country‘s Sharon Leone, who was first introduced in Fire Country.
Who are the new cast members in Season 2?
Amanda Arcuri, who plays Skye Fraley, and Ian Quinlan, who plays Deputy Hank Iglesias, have joined Sheriff Country as series regulars for Season 2.
