Walking Dead alum steps into a key storyline for the hit CBS drama
Summary
– McDermitt boards Fire Country Season 4 as Landon, debuting in the Dec. 5 episode
– His character becomes part of an emotional arc involving Chloe and her son Tyler
– The role may spark a romantic tension as Chloe reconnects with Bode from their past
Josh McDermitt has officially joined the cast of Fire Country for its fourth season. The actor, widely known for his role as Eugene Porter in The Walking Dead, steps into a recurring role that begins with this week’s episode. His arrival adds new emotional layers to the ongoing storylines that drive the CBS drama.
McDermitt portrays Landon, a soft-spoken and subdued figure who partners with Chloe and acts as a father figure to her son, Tyler. After recently losing their home in the wildfires, Landon is doing his best to keep the family stable. He understands Tyler’s frustration, but news of the boy running away shakes him. This situation sparks a chain of events that leads to an important reunion.
Chloe and Bode share a history dating back to high school, where they secretly admired each other. With Landon now entering the picture and Tyler crossing paths with Bode, the story hints at a possible love triangle, bringing emotional tension to the forefront as all three characters navigate their shared pasts and uncertain futures.
McDermitt’s debut is set for the Dec. 5 episode, with Conor Sherry appearing alongside him. Alona Tal joins the following week, rounding out the new faces in Season 4. McDermitt’s recent credits include Suits LA, The Righteous Gemstones, and Showtime’s The Loudest Voice, continuing a run of strong dramatic performances.
