At one time, whenever the hell it was, they wanted a character to come in and stir up the pot. They brought me in for 8-10 episodes and said we'll try it for that.

He also "Special Guest Starred" as Heller in season 5 & 6. Devane appeared in the films McCabe & Mrs. On The West Wing Devane appeared in several scenes with Martin Sheen; they also appeared together as President John F.