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[12/20/24 - 05:57 PM]
Video: Preview - A Brand New Era - "When Calls the Heart"
"When Calls the Heart" enters a brand new era with an all-new season, starting Sunday, January 5 at 9:00/8:00c.

[11/09/24 - 05:59 PM]
Video: First Look - "When Calls the Heart" - All New Season Sunday January 5
This January, Melissa Gilbert guest stars on the all-new season of "When Calls the Heart."

[09/20/24 - 11:43 PM]
Development Update: Week of September 16-20
Updates include: Syfy sets principal cast of "Revival"; Brian Tee to lead Adult Swim's "Get Jiro!"; and "Orphan Black," "Pretty Little Liars" spin-offs among latest cancellations.

[09/19/24 - 08:52 AM]
Great American Media Announces Sequel to Storied Franchise, "When Hope Calls," Begins Season Two Production for Series Premiere January 2025
Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Wendy Crewson, Hanneke Talbot, Morgan Kohan, and Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka star in the "When Calls the Heart" spin-off series.

[06/28/24 - 12:38 PM]
"When Calls the Heart" Season 11 Closes as #1 Most-Watched Original Program on Entertainment Cable
What's more, the series was the #1 most-watched entertainment cable program every Sunday for 12 straight weeks with key demos.

[05/10/24 - 09:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Renews Its Longest-Running Original Series "When Calls the Heart" for a 12th Season!
Hallmark can confirm that the new season will consist of 12 episodes, with production beginning in July.

[04/12/24 - 11:49 AM]
Hallmark Channel's Fan-Favorite Series "When Calls the Heart" Returns for Season 11 as #1 Most-Watched Entertainment Cable Program of the Week and Day
The season premiere reached 2.8 million Unduplicated Total Viewers on a L+3 Basis.

[02/26/24 - 12:11 PM]
Video: Preview - Spring Into Love - Coming This Spring
Tune into the "Spring into Love" event on Hallmark Channel for six all-new original romantic comedies and the season 11 premiere of "When Calls the Heart."

[01/23/24 - 09:01 AM]
"When Calls the Heart" Brings Many Changes and Surprises in Its 11th Season Premiering Sunday, April 7th
In season 11, schoolteacher Elizabeth Thornton embarks on a fresh start - with new romance, new challenges, and new style.

[01/05/24 - 09:17 AM]
Hallmark Channel Closes Out 2023 as Most-Watched Entertainment Cable Network of the Year Among Key Demos
The network's standout original holiday movie premiere, "A Merry Scottish Christmas" starring "Party of Five" costars Lacey Chabert and Scott Wolf, set records across the cable industry as the #1 most-watched cable movie of the year in 2023.

[10/23/23 - 11:35 AM]
"When Calls the Heart," The Crown Jewel of Entertainment Cable for 10 Seasons Running, Delivers Major Ratings for Hallmark Channel
Dovetailing the top network rank, Season 10 delivered the #1 most-watched entertainment cable program every Sunday among Women 18+.

[08/31/23 - 01:01 PM]
Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Offer Viewers All-New Original Movie Premieres in October curious-caterer-mysteries,hannah-swensen-mysteries
The 10th season of Hallmark Channel's the beloved series "When Calls the Heart" comes to a close while the network's Fall into Love programming event continues with two all-new, original movie premieres.

[08/04/23 - 12:22 PM]
"When Calls the Heart" Returns with Knockout #1 Program and Network Rankings of the Day, Weekend, and Week
The season 10 premiere was the #1 most-watched entertainment cable program on Sunday among Households, Women and Persons 18+, and Total Viewers; #3 with W18-49 and W18-34.

[07/31/23 - 09:06 AM]
Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Offer Viewers All-New Original Movie Premieres in September
Viewers can treat themselves to stories that will transport them to the Smoky Mountains, fall in love on the gridiron as football season kicks off, enjoy a heartfelt story of two people with their individual struggles that come together in the most unlikely of places, and be immersed in the wonders of Italy.

[07/28/23 - 11:34 PM]
Development Update: Week of July 24-28
Updates include: Hulu cancels newcomer "Up Here"; Donald and Stephen Glover to pen "Lando" at Disney+; and Hallmark's "When Calls the Heart" scores interim agreement with SAG-AFTRA.

[06/30/23 - 02:01 PM]
Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Offer Viewers All-New Original Movie Premieres in August
With the continuation of the network's "Summer Nights" programming event, viewers can treat themselves to feel-good summer love stories that will transport them to a seaside music festival, the African savanna for a romantic safari, a beautiful winery in Napa Valley and a 30th birthday celebration like they've never seen before.

[06/02/23 - 03:01 PM]
Hallmark Channel Rings in Christmas in July with Two All-New Original Movie Premieres
"Aloha Heart" and "A Lifelong Love" are among the latest additions to July, which includes the return of "When Calls the Heart."

[02/22/23 - 09:01 AM]
"When Calls the Heart" Season 10 Premieres Sunday, July 30th - Hallmark Channel Also Renews Its Longest-Running Original Series for an 11th Season
"'When Calls the Heart' has continued to be a standout amongst our Hallmark catalogue and we're thrilled that we're able to bring more stories of faith and community to the homes of millions of viewers," said Lisa Hamilton Daly, Executive Vice President, Programming.

[01/11/23 - 06:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Closes Out 2022 as Most-Watched Entertainment Cable Network of the Year Across Key Demos
Two original holiday movies were seasonal standouts - "Haul Out the Holly," headlined by fan favorites, Lacey Chabert and Wes Brown, and "Three Wise Men and a Baby," starring Paul Campbell, Tyler Hynes, and Andrew Walker, both of which earned bragging rights as the #1 most-watched cable movies of the year.

[06/17/22 - 10:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Renews the Network's Longest-Running Original Series "When Calls the Heart" for a Tenth Season
Lindsay Sturman, a television veteran with writing and producing credits spanning over 15 years in the industry, joins the series as the new showrunner.

[06/01/22 - 07:30 AM]
Season Nine of Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart" Concludes, Becoming the #1 Most-Watched Original Scripted Series in 2022 To-Date
On a L+3 basis, the season averaged 2.9 million Total Viewers, 291,000 Women 25-54, and reached over 8.6 million Unduplicated Total Viewers.

[02/01/22 - 06:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Announce March Premieres
Season 9 premiere of the network's original primetime drama series "When Calls the Heart" and two all-new original movie premieres, including "A Second Chance at Love," the kick-off to the network's "Spring into Love" programming event.

[01/05/22 - 09:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces the Season Nine Premiere Date of the Network's Highly Rated and Longest-Running Original Series "When Calls the Heart"
The series returns Sunday, March 6 at 9:00/8:00c with the first of 12 all-new episodes.

[09/28/21 - 07:01 AM]
GAC Family Announces Original Series "When Hope Calls" Season Two Set to Premiere December 18
GAC Family (formerly Great American Country) launched on September 27 under the tagline "Stories Well Told" and features family-friendly, holiday-themed movies and series that celebrate American culture, lifestyle and heritage.

[07/21/21 - 10:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Kicks Off Production on Season Nine of Hit Series "When Calls the Heart"
The hit drama ended its eighth season on a high, with this season's final episode ranking as the most-watched episode of the series.

[05/14/21 - 10:10 AM]
Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart" Wraps Season Eight as #1 Most-Watched Original Series of the Year
Overall, the series' 12-episode run averaged 3.3 million Total Viewers, 2.7 million Homes, and 432,000 Women 25-54.

[05/09/21 - 07:06 PM]
"When Calls the Heart" to Return for Ninth Season on Hallmark Channel
The news was timed with tonight's season finale on the cable network.

[02/26/21 - 12:48 PM]
Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart" Becomes #1 Most-Watched Scripted Series of 2021
Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Sunday, February 21.

[01/19/21 - 12:01 PM]
Hallmark Channel Announces "Love Ever After" Month with All New Movies, Return of the Networks Hit Series and More This February
The all new romance movies include "Beverly Hills Wedding" (February 6), "Playing Cupid" (February 13), "Valentine's Again" (February 14), "Mix up in the Mediterranean" (February 20), and "It Was Always You" (February 27).

[12/17/20 - 09:02 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces the Season Eight Premiere Date of the Network's Highly Rated and Longest-Running Original Series "When Calls the Heart"
The new season rolls out Sunday, February 21 with two additional all-new episodes this season for a total of 12.

[07/15/20 - 10:30 AM]
100 Days Before Christmas 2020 Begins on Hallmark, Crown Media Family Networks Announces Original Programming Slate for Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
Highlights include the return of "When Calls the Heart," "Good Witch" and "Chesapeake Shores" for new seasons.

[04/26/20 - 06:01 PM]
Hallmark Channel Announces a Season Eight Renewal of the Network's Highly Rated and Longest-Running Original Series "When Calls the Heart"
Currently ending its seventh season, the hit drama's ratings momentum continues, with this season's previous episode ranking as the highest-rated episode in the series' history.

[03/26/20 - 06:01 AM]
Crown Media Family Networks Announces New Plans to Comfort and Entertain Viewers
The company is offering new users a free 30-Day free trial to the company's SVOD platform, Hallmark Movies Now.

[02/03/20 - 10:01 AM]
"When Hope Calls" Will Make Its Cable Premiere on Sunday, February 23rd
"When Hope Calls," a spin-off series of Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart," tells the story of sisters Lillian (Morgan Kohan) and Grace (Jocelyn Hudon) who open an orphanage in the 1916 Western town of Brookfield.

[01/14/20 - 07:01 AM]
Cable Television's #1 Series, "When Calls the Heart," Returns for Season 7 Exclusively on Hallmark Channel, Sunday, February 23rd
Buoyed by a legion of devoted fans, the Hearties, "When Calls the Heart" continues to grow in popularity and in the ratings.

[07/26/19 - 08:51 PM]
"The Royal Mysteries" a Brand-New Mystery Set for Development at Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Starring Erin Krakow
As an employee of the Oldavian Embassy, Tanya (Krakow) finds herself caught up in a web of intrigue, deceit and murder.

[07/26/19 - 08:48 PM]
Amateur Bakers Team Up with Beloved Hallmark Talent in the Ultimate Holiday Bake-Off, "Christmas Cookie Countdown" Featuring the Cast of "When Calls the Heart"
The new series hosted by Jack Wagner debuts on Hallmark Drama this holiday season.

[07/26/19 - 08:46 PM]
The 10th Anniversary of Hallmark Channel's "Countdown to Christmas" and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries' "Miracles of Christmas" Will Be the Best Christmas Ever
This holiday, original movie premieres will be on Thursday and Friday on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries' "Miracles of Christmas" and Saturday and Sunday during Hallmark Channel's 10th anniversary of "Countdown to Christmas."

[07/15/19 - 12:01 PM]
Hallmark Movies Now's First Original Series "When Hope Calls" Premieres Friday, August 30th, 2019
The "When Calls the Heart" spin-off will stream new episodes every Friday through October 25.

[06/07/19 - 02:05 PM]
Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart" Wraps Up Season Six as #2 Scripted Series on Cable
The Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for the season to date.

[05/14/19 - 01:41 PM]
Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart" Ranks as #1 Scripted Series on Cable
Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for the weeks of April 29 - May 12.

[04/13/19 - 06:14 PM]
Hallmark Channel's Hit Series "When Calls the Heart" Renewed for Season Seven
It was announced today by series star Erin Krakow during the premiere of the network's Spring Fever movie, "Bottled with Love."

[04/10/19 - 11:07 AM]
Season Six of Hallmark Channel's Hit Series "When Calls the Heart" Returns with a Special Two Night Event on May 5th and May 6th
Series star Erin Krakow announced the news on-air today in a special video message.

[03/14/19 - 11:43 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, March 14
Updates include: Hallmark Channel pulls "When Calls the Heart," shifts "Meet the Peetes"; Apple gives series order to "Pachinko" adaptation; and Epix's "Belgravia" sets principal cast.

[03/01/19 - 01:24 PM]
Season Six Premiere of Hallmark Channel's Hit Original Series "When Calls the Heart" Lands Top Spot as #2 Original Scripted Series of the Week
The Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for the week of February 18-24.

[02/09/19 - 09:37 PM]
Hallmark Movies Now's First Original Series, "When Hope Calls," Premieres August 2019
The series is spawned from Hallmark Channel's longest-running, most-watched primetime series to date, "When Calls the Heart," currently entering its sixth season.

[02/04/19 - 12:06 PM]
"When Calls the Heart" Season Six Premiere Sunday, February 24 on Hallmark Channel
In season six of "When Calls the Heart," the town of Hope Valley adjusts to the changing times - while still maintaining the small-town bonds that connect them.

[01/17/19 - 05:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Dubs February "Unconditional Love" Month
Programming highlights include the return of "When Calls the Heart" and "Meet the Peetes" on Sunday, February 24.

[11/13/18 - 06:01 AM]
The Christmas Cheer Continues with Hallmark Channel's "Countdown to Christmas" with Its Biggest Original Holiday Slate in Network History
The revised schedule sees "Reunited at Christmas" and "Welcome to Christmas" move over from Hallmark Movies & Mysteries; while "Christmas Copy" ("Jingle Around the Clock") and "Focus on Love" ("A Midnight Kiss") get new titles.

[09/20/18 - 06:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Biggest Original Holiday Slate in Network History
"Christmas at Pemberley Manor" kicks off the first of 22 original films on Saturday, October 27.

[07/26/18 - 09:42 PM]
Hallmark Movies Now Developing First Original Series, "When Hope Calls" (wt), Spin-Off of Hallmark Channel's Beloved Series "When Calls the Heart"
Crown Media Family Networks' first-ever streaming series is in development to premiere in 2019 on the company's SVOD subscription service, Hallmark Movies Now.

[07/11/18 - 11:51 PM]
Development Update: Wednesday, July 11
Updates include: Madison Lawlor, Mia Serafino to lead "Juicy Stories" at E!; Frankie Shaw, Gary Lennon latest to sign overall deals; and Meredith Vieira to host syndicated game show "25 Words or Less."

[03/21/18 - 03:32 PM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Season Six of "When Calls the Heart"
Currently in its fifth season, "When Calls the Heart's" ratings momentum has carried over from season four.

[01/11/18 - 06:02 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces February 2018 Original Programming Premieres
"My Secret Valentine," "Very, Very, Valentine," "Cooking with Love" and "Wedding March 3: Here Comes the Bride" are among the original movies part of "Countdown to Valentine's Day."

[11/30/17 - 03:13 PM]
Sunday Night Is Family Night on Hallmark Channel - The Season Five Debut of "When Calls the Heart" Is Joined by the Premiere of New Series "Meet the Peetes" Sunday, February 18
"Meet the Peetes" follows the lives of Holly Robinson Peete, Rodney Peete and their multigenerational family.

[10/03/17 - 06:03 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Network's First-Ever "Countdown to Christmas Preview Show," Starring Candace Cameron Bure Premieres Exclusively, October 22
Bure's guest stars include close friends, Lori Loughlin and Jodie Sweetin. Hallmark Channel's rescued and adopted pet, Happy The Dog also stars in the special.

[09/13/17 - 10:07 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Premiere Dates for "Countdown to Christmas"
From Friday, October 27, until Sunday, December 31, audiences will be able to immerse themselves in feel-good holiday fare throughout the season.

[07/27/17 - 08:43 PM]
Season Five of Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart" Premieres with Two-Hour Sneak Peek During "Countdown to Christmas"
In February 2018, the saga of Hope Valley will continue with 10, one-our weekly episodes.

[07/27/17 - 08:41 PM]
Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Celebrate Their Biggest Holiday Seasons Yet During Popular "Countdown to Christmas" and "The Most Wonderful Movies of Christmas" Annual Programming Events
Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries will light up audiences' homes with a record number of 33 new, original holiday world premiere movies in 2017.

[04/24/17 - 09:05 AM]
Hallmark Channel Renews "When Calls the Heart" for Season Five
The series boasts a passionate fan base known as the #Hearties, who have become a social media phenomenon, making "When Calls the Heart" one of the network's most social series.

[12/28/16 - 12:52 PM]
Hallmark Channel Wraps up Christmas with Highest-Rated Program of Day and Week
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for the week of December 19-25.

[11/28/16 - 09:26 AM]
Residents of Hope Valley Pull Together to Create a Special Holiday "When Calls the Heart Christmas"
Season four of the popular drama series returns early 2017.

[10/18/16 - 06:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Full Line-Up of Original Premieres During "Countdown to Christmas"
Highlights include "When Calls the Heart Christmas" on Christmas Day.

[07/27/16 - 09:03 PM]
Hallmark Channel's Top-Rated Holiday Programming Extravaganza "Countdown to Christmas" Returns with Most Ambitious Round-the-Clock Schedule Ever, Beginning October 28
This year's non-stop holiday programming schedule includes a two-hour "When Calls the Heart" holiday special event based on the network's popular series premiering Christmas Day.

[04/15/16 - 01:10 PM]
The Season 3 Finale of Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart" Becomes the Highest-Rated and Most-Watched Episode in the Series' History
As announced on Hallmark Channel's daily lifestyle series "Home & Family" earlier this week, the network has confirmed a fourth season for the frontier drama series.

[03/18/16 - 10:31 AM]
"When Calls the Heart" Breaks Hallmark Channel's Social Media Records for the 3rd Consecutive Week
The Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for Sunday, March 13.

[03/11/16 - 11:01 AM]
"When Calls the Heart" Garners a 2.0 HH Rating and 2.3 Million Total Viewers on a Live+3 Basis
The Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for Sunday, March 6.

[03/04/16 - 11:33 AM]
Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart" Debuts the Third Episode of Season 3, Garnering a 2.1 Live+3 HH Rating
The Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for Sunday, February 28.

[02/09/16 - 08:01 AM]
"When Calls the Heart" Season Three Premieres Sunday, February 21
In season three, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) puts down roots in Hope Valley after spending extended time in Hamilton with her family.

[12/30/15 - 10:33 AM]
Hallmark Channel Celebrates a Successful New Year with the Premiere of "When Calls the Heart: New Year's Wish"
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Saturday, December 26.

[09/28/15 - 06:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Fan Favorite and Network's Most Social Original Series of All-Time, "When Calls the Heart," Starts Production on Season Three
Look for a special two-hour television event this December.

[07/30/15 - 06:01 AM]
Crown Media Family Networks, Home of Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Celebrates Unprecedented Ratings Growth and Success with the Most Ambitious Family Entertainment Programming Slate in the Company's History
Highlights include: Treat Williams and Jesse Metcalfe have been cast in the new limited series "Chesapeake Shores," to premiere this fall.

[07/28/15 - 04:01 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Fan Favorite and Network's Most Social Original Series of All-Time, "When Calls the Heart," Is Renewed for Season Three
Hallmark Channel has ordered 10-hours of the season, with a special 2-hour sneak peek premiering Holiday 2015.

[06/19/15 - 08:31 AM]
"When Calls the Heart" Season 2 Strikes a Chord with Viewers On-Air and in Social
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for the season to date.

[04/30/15 - 01:26 PM]
"When Calls the Heart" Is Off to a Strong Start with a 2.1 HH Rating and 2.3 Million Total Viewers, Based on L+3 Data
The Hallmark Channel further spins the numbers for Saturday, April 25.

[03/05/15 - 04:06 AM]
Date and Time Change for Hallmark Channel's "When Calls the Heart" Season 2 Premiere
The show's sophomore run - originally set for Saturday, April 4 - will now kick off on Saturday, April 25.

[01/08/15 - 10:57 AM]
Sweeping Romance and Thrilling Adventure Return in a Special Two-Hour Season 2 Premiere on April 4 of Hallmark Channel's Original Primetime Series "When Calls the Heart"
Lori Loughlin, Erin Krakow, Daniel Lissing and Jack Wagner co-star in the series, which will also featured new cast member Kristina Wagner.

[11/13/14 - 11:24 PM]
Development Update: Thursday, November 13
Updates include: CBS gives "The McCarthys" two additional scripts; Netflix on track to revive "Longmire"; and VH1 is in talks to bring back MTV's "The Osbournes."

[05/05/14 - 06:06 AM]
Hallmark Channel's Top Rated Original Primetime Series "When Calls the Heart" Earns a Second Season Renewal
Since its premiere on January 11, the series has consistently rated top five in its Saturday night timeslot and has been seen by more than 12.3 million unduplicated viewers.

[04/01/14 - 12:20 PM]
Season Finale for Hallmark Channel's Second Original Scripted Series, "When Calls the Heart," Finishes on Top
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Saturday, March 29.

[03/25/14 - 10:51 AM]
Hallmark Channel's "When Calls The Heart" Marks Series High, Garnering a 1.8 Household Rating
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Saturday, March 22.

[03/13/14 - 01:01 PM]
Hallmark Channel Greenlights Production on "Chesapeake Shores" the Network's Newest Primetime Original Scripted Series Set to Premiere in 2015
The series would be the fourth original primetime series for the network, following the network's other original series, "Cedar Cove," "When Calls the Heart" and "Signed, Sealed, Delivered."

[03/11/14 - 11:35 AM]
Original Programming Thrives at Hallmark Channel
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for the week of March 3-9.

[02/18/14 - 11:16 AM]
"When Calls the Heart" Adds Emmy(R) and Golden Globe(R) Winning Actor James Brolin to the Cast
Brolin will play Judge Jedidiah Black in the season one finale of the primetime series airing Saturday, March 29 at 9:00/8:00c.

[02/11/14 - 01:54 PM]
Hallmark Channel Marks a Strong Weekend with Two Original Premieres
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Saturday, February 8.

[01/14/14 - 12:04 PM]
Hallmark Channel's Second Original Scripted Series, "When Calls the Heart," Off to a Strong Start with Season Premiere Earning a 1.5 HH RTG
The Hallmark Channel spins the numbers for Saturday, January 11.

[01/11/14 - 08:09 PM]
Patricia Richardson Stars as a Housekeeper Who Plays Matchmaker for Erin Krakow in "Chance at Romance" a Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere, February 8
Ryan McPartlin and Kaitlin Doubleday also star in the project.

[12/16/13 - 01:22 PM]
Hallmark Channel Moves Up "When Calls the Heart" Series Premiere to Saturday, January 11
Originally set for Sundays at 8:00/7:00c, the new series will now air Saturdays at 9:00/8:00c.

[11/18/13 - 06:08 AM]
Hallmark Channel Announces Premiere Date for Its Next Original Primetime Scripted Series, "When Calls the Heart," Begins Sunday, January 12
Erin Krakow, Daniel Lissing and Lori Loughlin star in this ensemble period piece set against the backdrop of the western frontier.

[09/06/13 - 02:48 PM]
Date Change for Two Upcoming Hallmark Channel October Premieres
"Signed, Sealed & Delivered" (formerly "Dead Letters") and "When Calls The Heart" will both move back a week to Saturday, October 12 and 19, respectively.

[07/24/13 - 11:01 AM]
"When Calls the Heart," Hallmark Channel's Newest Original Primetime Series Kicks Off with a 2-Hour Special Extended Pilot on October 5
Jean Smart, Lori Loughlin, Maggie Grace, Stephen Amell, Daniel Sharman and Poppy Drayton star in the project, which returns as a series in January 2014.

[06/18/13 - 02:09 PM]
Gov. Hickenlooper and Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Hallmark Channel & Hallmark Movie Channel Announce New TV Series to Be Shot in Colorado
"When Calls the Heart" will be shot in the gorgeous surroundings of Telluride, Colorado.

[03/21/13 - 11:43 AM]
Hallmark Channel Greenlights Second Primetime Series "When Calls the Heart", Kicking Off With 2-Hour Original Movie World Premiere Event on October 5
The debut film stars Jean Smart, Lori Loughlin, Maggie Grace, Stephen Amell, Daniel Sharman and newcomer Poppy Drayton.

[03/21/13 - 11:37 AM]
Hallmark Channel Redoubles Commitment to Building a Lineup of Quality Original Scripted Series for Primetime
On tap is the 10-episode serial "When Calls the Heart", based on the book series by best-selling author Janette Oke.

[03/21/13 - 11:35 AM]
Hallmark Channel, the Leading Destination for Original, Quality, Family Content, Unveils its 2013-14 Programming Schedule at Annual Upfront
Highlights include its second primetime series and three back-door pilots in development based on works from award-winning writers.

[03/14/12 - 11:09 AM]
Crown Media Unveils Bold, New Directions in Programming for Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movie Channel at the Annual Upfront Presentation to Advertisers
The cable channel gives an overview of today's various programming announcements.

[03/14/12 - 11:08 AM]
The Industry's Leading Producer of Original Movies for Television, Hallmark Channel, in Development on First-Ever Original Primetime Series
Movie pilots for these two series, "Cedar Cove" and "When Calls the Heart," will be produced in 2012 for broadcast during the 2012-2013 season.







WHEN CALLS THE HEART (HALLMARK)
Returns Sunday, January 5
BROADCAST HISTORY:
10/19/13 - ???
STATUS:
returning this winter (yet to premiere)
TIME SLOT:
sundays from 9:00 PM-10:00 PM EST
CURRENT SEASON:
12 (12 episodes)
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DESCRIPTION:
(from Hallmark Channel's web site, April 2024) Inspired by Janette Oke’s bestselling book series about the Canadian West, “When Calls the Heart” follows the story of a schoolteacher and single mother, Elizabeth Thornton (Erin Krakow), in the quaint town of Hope Valley. With the help and guidance of the townspeople and her friends, she adjusts to the ever-changing times and the people that enter her life. Other central characters include Rosemary Coulter (Pascale Hutton), Elizabeth’s best friend, once described as “part Broadway showgirl, part Frontier woman, who is also the editor of the town’s newspaper The Valley Voice and a new mother with her husband, the upstanding businessman Leland Coulter (Kavan Smith). Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) has a gruff exterior but cares about the community and his godson Little Jack. Mountie Nathan Grant (Kevin McGarry) protects the town and is also the adoptive father to his teenaged niece, Allie (Jaeda Lily Miller). Lucas Bouchard (Chris McNally), owns the town saloon and is a leader in the community with grand aspirations. Embracing love again after the death of her husband and taking care of her son, Elizabeth continues to teach the children of Hope Valley all while trying to navigate the challenges in her life. Watch the series from the start. All episodes from Seasons 1-10 are now available on Hallmark Movies Now.
PRINCIPAL CAST INFORMATION:
· Andrea Brooks as Faith Carter
· Aren Buchholz as Jesse Flynn
· Chris McNally as Lucas Bouchard
· Erin Krakow as Elizabeth Thatcher Thornton
· Eva Bourne as Clara Stanton Flynn
· Jack Wagner as Bill Avery
· Kavan Smith as Leland Coulter
· Kevin McGarry as Nathan Grant
· Martin Cummins as Henry Gowen
· Pascale Hutton as Rosemary LeVeaux Coulter
· Paul Greene as Carson Shepherd
RECURRING/PREVIOUS CAST INFORMATION:
· Daniel Lissing as Jack Thornton
· Daniel Sharman as Edward (Movie)
· Jean Smart as Frances (Movie)
· Lori Loughlin as Abigail Stanton
· Maggie Grace as Aunt Elizabeth (Movie)
· Poppy Drayton as Elizabeth Thatcher (Movie)
· Stephen Amell as Wynn (Movie)
CREW INFORMATION:
· Alfonso H. Moreno as EP
· Brad Krevoy as EP
· Brian Bird as EP
· Eric Jarboe as EP
· Erin Krakow as EP
· Francisco Gonzalez as EP
· Greg Malcolm as EP
· Janette Oke as BOOK
· Jimmy Townsend as EP
· John Tinker as EP
· Michael Landon Jr. as CRTR/EP/DIR (Movie)
· Michael Shepard as EP
· Neill Fearnley as EP
· Roman Viaris as EP
· Susie Belzberg Krevoy as EP
· Vicki Sotheran as EP
GENRE(S):
· based on a tv movie
· drama
STUDIO INFORMATION:
· Believe Pictures
· Brad Krevoy Television
· Jordan Films