The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

Rob Morrow

Then: For Rob Morrow, 'Northern Exposure' was a blessing and curse. The former little known actor wasn't thrilled to be on a hit show and chaffed at the commitment to a long series run. His character, Joel Fleischman was a fish-out-of-water New York doctor stuck in Cicely, Alaska, until he worked off his college debt. Morrow was written out of 'Northern Exposure' in season 5.

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

Rob Morrow

Now: Years later, Morrow was happy to be back in a CBS drama, 'Numb3rs,' which ended in March 2010. This fall, he will be starring in ABC's new legal series 'The Whole Truth.' On film, he appeared in 'Quiz Show' and 'The Bucket List.'

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

Janine Turner

Then: Prior to 'Northern Exposure,' Janine had done some modeling, some TV and even a small role on 'General Hospital.' She made her breakthrough on the show as bush pilot Maggie O'Connell, who had a love-hate relationship with Morrow's character.

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

Janine Turner

Now: Since the show ended, she's done a few series, including 'Strong Medicine' and 'Friday Night Lights.' On screen, she was June Cleaver in 'Leave It to Beaver, and one of the ladies in 'Dr. T and the Women.' For a short time, Janine was also the spokesperson for the medication, restatsis.

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

John Corbett

Then: As ex-con-turned-DJ Chris Stevens, aka the voice of Cicely, John Corbett made a name for himself after appearing in the second episode -- and most every show after that.

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

John Corbett

Now: He went on to do a bunch of TV shows after 'Northern Exposure,' most notably 'Sex & the City,' as Carrie's beau Aidan, a role he reprised in the 2010 movie 'Sex & the City 2.' He was also Nia Vardalos' love in 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding.' Corbett also had sci-fi show, 'The Vistor,' a dramedy, 'Lucky,' and he has just wrapped the second season of the award-winning comedy, 'The United States of Tara.'

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

Adam Arkin

Then: As the genius chef and anti-social mountain man, Adam Arkin's Adam appeared in 10 episodes and was an Emmy nominee for his performance.

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

Adam Arkin

Now: Arkin's done many shows, including starring in 'Chicago Hope' and more currently, 'Sons of Anarchy.' His other credits include 'Life,' The West Wing' and '8 Simple Rules.' Lately, he's also been busy as a TV director, including episodes of 'Justified,' 'The Closer,' 'Monk' and 'Grey's Anatomy.'

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

Paul Provenza

Then: In the last year of 'Northern Exposure,' Paul Provenza appeared as Dr. Fleischman's replacement, Dr. Capra.

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now

Paul Provenza

Now: He's done numerous episodes of TV shows, but has been drifting behind the scenes as a filmmaker. He created the independent documentary 'The Aristocrats,' and currently, he is the executive producer of the Showtime series, 'The Green Room with Paul Provenza.'

The Stars of Northern Exposure: Then and Now