Casting News: Chris Wood Lands a New Role on Mercy Street! 

Is it just us or is Chris Wood taking Hollywood by storm one incredible role at a time? From wreaking havoc as sadistic siphoning witch Kai Parker on

Season 6 to rushing to people’s aid in the midst of a virus outbreak on

, this talented actor has proven he’s got the chops to handle just about any material thrown his way. And now, he’s gearing up to work his magic in the period piece genre.

Yep, that’s right. If you can’t get enough of seeing Chris on your screen, then we have great news for you: the TVD alum has landed a recurring role on the second of the PBS series

, he’s set to play a dashing Union soldier lodging at the Green Home who finds himself falling for Alice Green, played by his former

“#MercyStreetPBS gave me the hair I’ve always wanted, and the strength of the North. Pretty solid deal!” he jokingly tweeted upon revealing his 1860s makeover.

Finding ourselves drawn to @ChristophrWood even more now that he’s on the #MercyStreetPBS team! #Season2 pic.twitter.com/VOyuRsOoFB

, here’s a quick rundown of what to expect: Inspired by real people and events, it goes beyond the front lines of the Civil War and centers on two volunteer nurses at the Mansion House Hospital who find themselves on opposing sides – New England abolitionist Mary Phinney (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) and Confederate supporter Emma Green (Hannah James).

Congrats to Chris on this amazing opportunity! Who else will be tuning in on Sundays at 10/9c to catch him in action?

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