Backfire

Guest stars

Brad Lelandas Buddy Garrity

Dana Wheeler-Nicholsonas Angela Collette

Daniella Alonsoas Carlotta Alonso

Glenn Morshoweras Chad Clarke

Benjamin Ciaramelloas Santiago Herrera

Chris Mulkeyas Bill MacGregor

Blue Deckertas Mac McGill

Louanne Stephensas Lorraine Saracen

David Cowgillas Slammin' Sammy Meade

Stacey Oristanoas Mindy Collette

Liz Mikelas Corrina Williams

Libby Villarias Mayor Lucy Rodell

Nieko Mannas Noannie Williams

JJoey Trutyas Buddy Garrity Jr.

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