- Tony Award-winning actress Kelli O’Hara has been cast in a recurring role in the new CBS series, ‘Sheriff Country.’
- She will portray Miranda, the formidable and wealthy ex-sister-in-law of the show’s lead, Sheriff Mickey Fox, played by Morena Baccarin.
- Her character is poised to introduce significant family conflict, described as a “sharp-tongued” rival who shares a painful history with Mickey.
- The series is the highly anticipated spinoff of the CBS hit drama ‘Fire Country,’ expanding its universe.
A Formidable New Face Arrives in Edgewater
The cast of CBS’s upcoming ‘Fire Country’ spinoff, ‘Sheriff Country,’ is getting a major boost of star power, and with it, a dose of serious drama. Tony Award-winner and ‘The Gilded Age’ star Kelli O’Hara is set to join the series in a recurring role for its debut season, and her character is already shaping up to be a formidable new rival for series lead Morena Baccarin.
Meet Miranda: A Woman Not to be Trifled With
O’Hara will step into the shoes of Miranda, the ex-sister-in-law of Sheriff Mickey Fox (Baccarin). The character is described as a sharp-tongued and powerful businesswoman who stands as the wealthiest woman in the small town of Edgewater. Her introduction is guaranteed to stir the pot, as she and Mickey have never seen eye to eye.
Their fraught relationship is complicated by a shared tragedy: both are mothers to children struggling with addiction. This shared pain adds a complex layer to their dynamic, ensuring their interactions will be anything but simple. Miranda is also the sister of Mickey’s ex-husband, Travis Fraley (played by Christopher Gorham), and the aunt to their daughter, Skye (Amanda Arcuri), embedding her deeply into the show’s central family conflict.
The Expanding ‘Fire Country’ Universe
‘Sheriff Country’ follows the life and career of straight-shooting Sheriff Mickey Fox, who was introduced to audiences as the stepsister of Cal Fire’s division chief Sharon Leone (Diane Farr) in the flagship series. The spinoff will see Mickey patrolling the streets of Edgewater, investigating crimes while navigating a complicated personal life that includes an ex-con father and a mysterious incident involving her wayward daughter. The addition of Miranda promises to intensify these personal struggles, creating must-see television for fans of the original series.
A Star-Studded Addition
The casting of O’Hara, a celebrated actress with a Tony Award for “The King and I” and nominations for Emmys and Grammys, adds significant prestige to the new series. Her acclaimed roles in HBO’s ‘The Gilded Age,’ Showtime’s ‘Master of Sex,’ and Netflix’s ‘13 Reasons Why’ prove she can handle complex, dramatic characters. Her presence is a clear signal that CBS is investing heavily in making ‘Sheriff Country’ a high-quality drama that can stand on its own.
What This Means for Sheriff Mickey Fox
For Sheriff Fox, the arrival of her wealthy and disapproving ex-sister-in-law spells trouble. Already juggling the pressures of her job and a turbulent family life, Mickey will now have to contend with a powerful new adversary who knows her secrets and isn’t afraid to use them. Don’t miss out on the showdown that is sure to define the first season.