Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver will leave Grey's Anatomy in the season 22 finale next month, with their characters Owen Hunt and Teddy Altman receiving a happy ending. The exits stem from creative decisions, though specific reasons remain undisclosed. Kevin McKidd, who has portrayed Owen Hunt for nearly 400 episodes over 18 years, initially signed on for eight episodes, expecting a short stint.
Owen Hunt is one of Grey's Anatomy's most polarising protagonists, having been a central figure in numerous dramatic storylines throughout his long tenure. Kim Raver joined the series in season six in 2010 and has appeared in 12 seasons total, contributing to the show's global popularity. 2 billion hours streamed in 2024 alone, underscoring its enduring appeal and the significance of these character departures.
I signed on for eight episodes and I thought I might get half a season out of it but it turned out to be the longest acting gig of my career.
As McKidd moves on, his next phase includes a part in the remake of the 1986 fantasy film Highlander, marking a shift to new creative ventures. His production company Ferryman Films will collaborate with STV on a new crime thriller based on the novel The Red Shore, expanding his involvement behind the scenes. McKidd returned to Glasgow in 2023 to shoot the detective drama Six Four, indicating a continued focus on diverse acting roles.
Whether Owen Hunt and Teddy Altman will reconcile or remarry in the season finale has not been specified, leaving some details of their happy ending open to interpretation.
Grey’s Anatomy has been a huge chapter of my life, creatively and personally, and I’m deeply grateful for everything the show has given me over the years.
As that chapter comes to a close, I’m looking forward to what’s ahead – building new work, telling new stories, and taking everything I’ve learned into the next phase of my career.
We ended up saying it’s a new show called Taggart’s dad. It’s a spin-off, the back story.
To the fans, your unwavering devotion and support are the reason this show remains such a force. Thank you for making this set my place of magic and my home.