John Rhys-Davies and the Turmoil on Sliders

Rumors swirled about John Rhys-Davies (pictured at center) stirring up trouble on the set of the ’90s series Sliders. It’s no wonder that when the writers penned the demise of his character, Professor Maximilian Arturo, in the show’s third season, Rhys-Davies might have breathed a sigh of relief.

Sometimes, parting ways with a character can be a welcome relief from behind-the-scenes tensions, allowing both actor and production to move forward with renewed energy and focus.