AlthoughDoctor Odysseyis still only in its first season,the new series has garnered a reputation for featuring at least one big-name guest star per episode,and one of them will surprisingly return in a future episode. The ABC medical dramaTV show created by Ryan Murphy, Jon Robin Baitz, and Joe Baken, follows the medical professionals aboardthe fictional luxury cruise shipThe Odyssey. Almost every week, the cruise hosts new passengers (and new illnesses and ailments to deal with). Most of them are played by actors many will recognize inDoctor Odyssey.
Doctor Odysseyseason 1 is set to return with episode 9 on Thursday, June 24, 2025, at 9 pm ET on ABC. Season 1 of Ryan Murphy’s new series will reportedly have 18 episodes.
FromGleestar Chord Overstreet to country music singer Kelsea Ballerini,Doctor Odyssey’s guest star lineup is unmatched. It gives the TV series a leg up on its competitors and makes it stand out in the crowd. Plus, the famous guest actors and actresses pull in people who probably woudn’t have watchedDoctor Odysseyotherwise. Now, the ABC show is circling back to the cast of episode 2, “Singles Week,” and bringing back one of the most impressive cameos.
Shania Twain Returns As Heather In Doctor Odyssey
Twain Appeared In Episode 2
According toTVLine, Shania Twain will reprise her role as Heatherin the back-half ofDoctor Odysseyseason 1. This will be one of the first times a famous special guest star returns to the series. As some might recall,Twain’s Heather is a widow who was a passenger during Singles Weekin episode 2. Her granddaughter convinced her to do it, and once Heather set her sights on Don Johnson’s Captain Robert Massey (also a widow), she didn’t look back.
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Heather and Captain Massey danced, flirted, and even met in his room, where he, unfortunately, suffered a cardiac event. Despite Captain Massey’s broken heart, he and Heather parted on good terms (with a kiss) at the week’s end. Now,Heather will return toThe Odysseyand reunite with her former fling.It’s unclear what brings Twain’s character back to the ship, and fans must wait forDoctor Odysseyepisode 9 in March 2025to learn more.
Heather’s The Odyssey Return Can Give Captain Massey His Own Romance
Sparks Flew Between Captain Massey & Heather In Episode 2
Captain Massey hasn’t had much to do inDoctor Odysseyso far (at least, compared to Joshua Jackson, Phillipa Soo, and Sean Teale’s characters). He’s one of the main characters and is seemingly an important presence on the show. However,Captain Massey’s arc is lacking.So, Shania Twain returning as Heather will finally give Don Johnson’s character the story he has needed and deservedsince the premiere of Ryan Murphy’s new showDoctor Odyssey.
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Twain likely won’t become a series regular intheDoctor Odysseycast. However, that doesn’t mean that her character can’t be in a relationship with Captain Massey. He’s the captain of a luxury cruise ship, after all. It would be difficult for Captain Massey to have a “normal,” steady relationship with anyone.Perhaps Heather can come and go over the course ofDoctor Odyssey,and she and Captain Massey can have a second chance at love (even though they won’t see one another every week).
What Special Week May Bring Heather Back To The Odyssey?
Each Episode Features A Theme
Only time will tell what the future holds for Heather and Captain Massey asa couple inDoctor Odyssey. She is likely returning toThe Odysseyto see the captain, but perhaps a special week also entices her to take another ride on the ship. The ABC medical drama could feature another holiday-themed episode, withthe characters celebrating Valentine’s Day,resulting in Heather and Captain Massey embarking on a romantic week. Or the boat could host a decades-themed trip that draws Heather in. Whatever the case, the biggest draw for Heather to return inDoctor Odysseyis undoubtedly Captain Massey.
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Doctor Odyssey is set aboard a luxury cruise ship where Max, the new on-board doctor, and a small, resourceful medical team confront unique medical crises and interpersonal dynamics while isolated miles from shore.
