Dan Levy Considered 'Schitt's Creek' Sequel Before Co-Star's Death

The actor opened up about his emotional return to the show's set after the passing of Catherine O'Hara.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 11:42pm

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Dan Levy revealed that he was contemplating a 'Schitt's Creek' sequel series before the death of his co-star Catherine O'Hara, who played the iconic Moira Rose on the hit comedy. Though Levy said a sequel 'can't' happen now, he was 'thinking about it' prior to O'Hara's passing in January 2026 at the age of 71 following a brief illness.

Why it matters

The beloved 'Schitt's Creek' series, which ran for six seasons and won multiple Emmys, including a lead actress award for O'Hara, had a profound impact on television and pop culture. Levy's comments about considering a sequel highlight the show's enduring legacy and the deep connection he and the cast shared, especially with the loss of O'Hara.

The details

During an interview with CBS Sunday Morning, Levy visited the Rose Apothecary location from 'Schitt's Creek' for the first time since the show wrapped in 2020. Levy said he had an 'emotional reaction' being back on the set, noting 'a lot of memories with Catherine' and the difficulty of her passing.

  • Dan Levy was considering a 'Schitt's Creek' sequel series before Catherine O'Hara's death on January 30, 2026.
  • Levy visited the 'Schitt's Creek' set for the first time since the show ended in 2020.

The players

Dan Levy

The co-creator, writer, director, and actor who played David Rose on the hit comedy series 'Schitt's Creek'.

Catherine O'Hara

The acclaimed actress who starred as Moira Rose, the matriarch of the Rose family, on 'Schitt's Creek'. She passed away in January 2026 at the age of 71.

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What they’re saying

“It's tough, it's tough being back. I didn't think that I'd have quite an emotional reaction.”

— Dan Levy, Co-creator and actor, 'Schitt's Creek'

“Just a lot of memories, a lot of memories with Catherine. It's what you have to hold on to, is the memories of it all.”

— Dan Levy, Co-creator and actor, 'Schitt's Creek'

The takeaway

The loss of Catherine O'Hara, a beloved and integral part of the 'Schitt's Creek' ensemble, has clearly left a profound impact on Dan Levy and the rest of the cast. While a sequel may no longer be possible, Levy's emotional return to the show's set underscores the enduring legacy of this acclaimed comedy and the special bond the cast shared, especially with O'Hara.