Season 13 of 'When Calls the Heart' is Set to Premiere Soon! Check Out the Latest First Look of the New Season!
- - Season 13 of 'When Calls the Heart' is Set to Premiere Soon! Check Out the Latest First Look of the New Season!
K.L. Connie WangDecember 26, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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Hearties, pour the champagne, and get ready to do the Charleston! When Calls the Heart, is set to premiere it's thirteenth season! The network recently announced a fourteenth season pick-up of the series as well as a new spinoff prequel series, Hope Valley: 1874. January 4th can't come fast enough for Hearties as they wait anxiously for the premiere!
“Hearties are far more than a fan-base -- they are a connected community, as loyal and supportive as the characters of Hope Valley,” remarked Samantha DiPippo, Senior Vice President, Programming, Hallmark Media. “It is an honor to tell stories of hope, resilience, humor and romance that continue to resonate with millions of viewers for twelve seasons and beyond."
Here's what we know about Season 13 of When Calls the Heart.
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When was When Calls the Heart renewed for Season 13?
Yes! Hallmark Media announced When Calls the Heart was renewed for Season 13 during the show's Season 12 finale on Mar. 23, 2025.
Has filming begun on season 13 of When Calls the Heart?
Yes! Production began on July 1, 2025 and wrapped in late October. The cast enjoyed meeting their fans, known as the Hearties, during the Hearties Family Reunion, a weeekend gathering of fans that includes a meet and greet with the cast and set visit to the Macinnes Farm where the show is filmed.
What is the plot of Season 13 of When Calls the Heart?
***Spoiler warning***If you haven't watched Season 12, STOP READING and return after you have watched ALL of Season 12.
With Elizabeth, Little Jack (Hyland Goodrich), Nathan (Kevin McGarry), and Allie (Jaeda Lily Miller) headed to Cape Fullerton, we'll see if they stay in the city for Jack's health or if they return home to Hope Valley. With Little Jack's grandmother, Charlotte Thornton (Brooke Shields), now in Cape Fullerton running a boarding house, will Elizabeth decide to stay because of her son and familial ties with her late husband, Jack (Daniel Lissing)?
The town comes together in the wake of a devastating wildfire just as a national state park named honoring Goldie is officially opened.
We'll continue to see the relationship between Elizabeth and Nathan evolve along with their respective children. Promos for the new season tease Nathan asking Elizabeth a question so does this mean a proposal is on the horizon? We'll see. With Little Jack's recent diabetes diagnosis, we imagine dealing with the chronic disease will work its way into more episodes in Season 13. These storylines will likely be entwined with Dr. Carter (Andrea Brooks) and local pharmacist and newlywed Mei Suo Hickam (Amanda Wong).
It looks like we'll see more of Edie Martell (Miranda MacDougall) and Lucas Bouchard (Chris McNally) as well. While they've kept things strictly business last season, we hope there's a bit of romance in the air for these two. Edie appears to be setting up shop in Hope Valley, sharing office space with Bill (Jack Wagner). Romance may also be blossoming for Allie and Oliver (Jacob Shoemay), but we'll have to wait and see. We know he'll be around for at least another year as Nathan's new deputy.
We hope to see Bill and Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) team up again to solve another mystery (Coulter-Avery Detective Agency, anyone?). We imagine we'll see more of Rosemary juggling motherhood, the newspaper, perhaps another town play, her radio shows, and Lee (Kavan Smith)!
How will Minnie (Natasha Burnett) and Joseph (Viv Leacock) Canfield fair with Angela (Vienna Leacock) away at college? Cooper Canfield (Elias Leacock) is still in school and likely to get into some trouble with Toby (Billy Christos, Jr.) so we're sure they'll have their hands full.
Will Mike (Ben Rosenbaum) and Mei (Amanda Wong) decide to start a family? And what of Henry (Martin Cummins)? He has a booming hazelnut business, but will he continue to serve as Lucas' advisor? Now that we know Abigail (Lori Loughlin) will be returning for at least six episodes, will #Henrigail finally see the light?
Who is in the Season 13 of When Calls the Heart?
Pictured: Erin KrakowCourtesy of HallmarkErin Krakow (Elizabeth Thatcher Thornton)
Elizabeth continues to navigate single parenthood to Little Jack (Hyland Goodrich) after her husband’s tragic death. With Little Jack's diabetes diagnosis, her parenting skills and faith will be tested, but we know she's up for the task. She finally confessed her love for Mountie Nathan Gran,t and he reciprocated. The two are "Instagram official" as of Season 12.
Krakow, who married her longtime love, Ben Rosenbaum, this summer, recently announced she is pregant with her first summer. While a Season 14 is likely, we don't believe they'll need to write her pregnancy into the new season. Krakow will likely have given birth before production starts on a new season.
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Related: Erin Krakow Finds Love in Christmas Above the Clouds
Kevin McGarryCourtesy of HallmarkKevin McGarry (Nathan Grant)
Hope Valley’s Mountie, Nathan Grant, has charge of his niece, Allie (Jaeda Lily Miller), who is a precocious teen ready to stir up trouble. He eventually officially adopted Allie, who now calls him "Dad."
Last year, McGarry married Kayla Wallace IRL. Wallace played Fiona on the show.
Fun Fact: It's a Baby Boom! Not only is Krakow pregnant with her first child, the McGarrys are expecting as well! Congrats to the happy couple!
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Chris McNallyCourtesy of HallmarkChris McNally (Lucas Bouchard)
The saloon owner is a world traveler but seems to have a few secrets in his past. After taking the governor's seat, Lucas learned politics has a way of quashing any noble intentions he may have had going into the position. In Season 12, he came upon a worthy adversary in lawyer Edie Martell (Miranda MacDougall). Will the two rewrite the laws of love? You may recognize McNally from Altered Carbon or A Winter Princess.
Fun fact:McNally found his own Hallmark romance IRL with actress Julie Gonzalo. The two most recently starred together in 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Ghost.
Related: When Calls the Heart Heartthrob and IRL Partner Star in Hallmark Channel's 3 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Ghost
Jack WagnerCourtesy of HallmarkJack Wagner (Bill Avery)
A former lawman and forensic investigator, Avery is now a judge for the town of Hope Valley. In the beginning, Avery seemed to not always be on the right side of the law but he has since mended his ways. In Season 12, we learned Bill still holds a torch for his old flame, Georgie McGill (Melissa Gilbert), a fellow forensic investigator.
Easily recognizable, Wagner has been on shows including Melrose Place and General Hospital.
Related: Jack Wagner Reveals the Only Thing He Really Needs in Life
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Pascale Hutton and Kavan Smith (Rosemary and Lee Coulter)
In the beginning, Rosemary LeVeaux was hated by fans when it appeared that she might be out to put a wedge in Elizabeth and Jack's blossoming romance, but after she fell in love and married Lee Coulter, fans fell for her amusingly not-so-humble airs. Lee rode into town on a motorcycle and instantly took a shine to Rosemary and eventually married her. The successful businessman runs the town's lumberyard as well as the newspaper with his wife.
The Coulters struggled with starting a family for several seasons, but finally became parents to Marigold "Goldie" Elizabeth Coulter in Season 10!
Related: Every Detail We Know About Rosemary's Pregnancy on When Calls the Heart
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Amanda Wong and Ben Rosenbaum (Mike and Mei Suo Hickam)
Hickam is Hope Valley’s Everyman. He had a thing for Fiona (Kayla Wallace) in previous seasons, and in Season 10, he seemed to have a crush on Mei Suo (Amanda Wong). He kind of bumbled his way around the first few seasons, but now he’s proven himself to be a hard worker and businessman.
Mei rode into town looking to escape a man who wished to possess her like a prized piece of jewelry. There was clearly a mutual attraction between her and Nathan in Season 9, but that seemed to fizzle out by the beginning of Season 10. She was then paired off with Mike Hickam (Ben Rosenbaum) but also possibly in a love triangle with Harry (Brendan McRae). By Season 11, it looked like Hickam was the only game in town (we're not sure what happened to Harry), so the courtship continued between the two, and they were married by the season's end.
Martin CumminsCourtesy of HallamrkMartin Cummins (Henry Gowan)
When Henry Gowan was first introduced to viewers, he was essentially the villain on the show, seemingly opting for profit over worker safety. Yet, over the course of the past twelve seasons, Gowan has taken a journey of redemption and is now one of the most beloved characters on the show. The person who hates him most is probably himself these days. His unrequited love for Abigail Stanton (Lori Louhglin) seems to have only strengthened over the last few seasons, much to the delight of #Henrigail shippers everywhere.
Cummins has been part of the cast of When Calls the Heart since Season 1. He was also a series regular on Riverdale. He has also appeared on Garage Sale Mysteries, Eureka, and UnREAL.
(L to R): Loretta Walsh, Hrothgar MatthewsCourtesy of HallmarkHrothgar Matthews and Loretta Walsh (Ned and Florence Yost)
At the beginning of the series, Florence was left a widow (as were many others) after the mine collapse. She and Ned married in Season 8 after having known each other for years.
Related: Everything We Know About Kevin McGarry and Kayla Wallace's Fairytale Relationship
Andrea BrooksCourtesy of HallmarkAndrea Brooks (Dr. Faith Carter)
After Dr. Carson Shepherd (Paul Greene) went to Boston to study with a famed doctor, Faith took over the infirmary and now serves as Hope Valley's local physician. Early in Season 10, it appeared she and Nathan tried dating, but things didn't work out between the two. She took over the care of Lily Watson (Chloe McKinnon) after her grandmother fell ill. Will there be romance for the doc in the upcoming season? We'll have to tune in to find out!
Fun fact: Brooks was pregnant with her second child during the filming of Season 10 and her third child during the filming of Season 12!
Miranda MacDougallCourtesy of HallmarkMiranda MacDougall (Edie Martell)
Edie Martell was introduced in Season 12 as a foil for Gov. Bouchard, but also as a possible love interest. Working for the opposition, but realizing quickly their sinister agendas, Edie covertly helps Lucas with his causes. Hopefully, we'll see more of her in the new season as their relationship evolves.
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Viv Leacock, Natasha Burnett, Vienna Leacock, Elias Leacock (The Canfields: Minnie, Joseph, Angela, Cooper)
The Canfields came into town looking for a fresh start and bought an old property of Henry’s (Cummins) to lay down their roots. Their daughter, Angela, is a piano prodigy and also blind. She is headed off to college in the new season, so we probably won't see much of her. Joseph, the Canfield patriarch, was originally looking to buy the gas station in town, but he’s also a handyman and preacher. His wife, Minnie, works at the cafe. Angela was headed off to college as of last season so we probably won't see much of her in the upcoming season.
Not only are Angela and Cooper siblings on the show, but the actors are also the real-life children of Viv Leacock.
Related: Everything You About the Canfields
Johannah NewmarchCourtesy of HallmarkJohannah Newmarch (Molly Sullivan)
Molly is one of the town’s widows whose husband died in the mine collapse in Season 1. She’s best friends with Florence (Loretta Walsh) and a bit of a gossip hound. Molly's daughter, Rosaleen (Mamie Laverock), returned to visit in Season 11, having spent several years away as a nanny. Molly seems to have a blossoming romance with Jed (Daniel Arnold), a Hope Valley local.
(L to R): Daniel Arnold, Johannah NewmarchCourtesy of HallmarkJed Campbell (Daniel Arnold)
Jed Campbell looks to be Molly's next love as his character has appeared more prominently this season. Many viewers thought the character was new to the show, but it turns out Arnold has been playing Jed since Season 3! Arnold's other credits include Zoo, iZombie, and Hell on Wheels.
Hyland GoodrichCourtesy of HallmarkHyland Goodrich (Jack Thornton Jr.)
Little Jack has had a rough time during Season 12. Not only did he start school but he also was diagnosed with diabetes, which was not only life-threatening at the time (and still is), but pretty much a death sentence back in the early 20th century.
Goodrich took over in Season 9 as Little Jack from Lincoln and Gunnar Taylor, the twins who were originally cast to play Baby Jack. The twins spent three seasons playing Elizabeth and Jack’s son. This is Hyland's first role.
Fun fact: Insulin was invented by a Canadian surgeon, Dr. Frederick Banting, and medical student Charles Best. The two sold the patent for insulin to the University of Toronto for $1 so everyone could have access to it.
Jaeda Lily MillerCourtesy of HallmarkJaeda Lily Miller (Allie Grant)
Allie is technically Nathan's (McGarry) niece. But he has taken care of her since she was young after her mother (Nathan's sister) died and her father left/was incarcerated. Nathan officially adopted Allie and she now calls him "Dad".
Jaeda Lily Miller has been acting since she was a young child and has appeared in several Hallmark movies including A Cookie Cutter Christmas, The Christmas Secret, and Love Under the Stars. She most recently appeared in The Christmas Cup with Ben Rosenbaum.
Jacob ShoemayCourtesy of HallmarkJacob Shoemay (Oliver Garrett)
Oliver is a Mountie cadet sent to Hope Valley to train under Nathan. While he had a difficult upbringing – his father died, his mother is in prison, and his foster family used him as labor for their farm – Oliver is determined to overcome these shortcomings to become a Mountie. Shoemay currently has a recurring role in Fox's Murder in a Small Town.
Kayla WallaceCourtesy of HallmarkWhat happened to Fiona on When Calls on the Heart?
The character of Fiona, played by actress Kayla Wallace, was written out of Season 11. Fiona's absence was explained in the beginning of the season. She had traveled to Nashville to visit her sisters and help with the Women's Movement and decided to stay to continue with the efforts. She returned for Mei's wedding at the end of Season 11.
She returns briefly in Season 12, but only to sell the barbershop. Fiona had decided to accept the proposal of a man who was always asking for her hand. While she did not feel romantic love for him, she knew it would be a good match, and it would allow her to pursue her charities and causes that she held so dear.
While she won't be a series regular in Season 13, we may see Wallace appear as a guest star in an episode or two.
As for the real reason behind her departure, Wallace was cast in Landman, one of Taylor Sheridan's shows he produced for Paramount+. Landman stars Billy Bob Thornton, Demi Moore, and Andy Garcia. Wallace plays Rebecca Savage, a very capable and intimidating attorney sent to Texas to clean up a legal mess. The show recently premiered its second season and it was announced that it was picked up for a third season.
As Hearties already know, Wallace married her When Calls the Heart co-star Kevin McGarry back in 2024 and announced they were pregnant with their first child in November 2025 when Wallace walked the red carpet at the Landman premiere revealing her pregnancy.
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Related: Billy Bob Thornton and Demi Moore to Return for Season 2 of Landman
Who will guest star in Season 13 of When Calls the Heart?
It was previously announced that Brooke Shields would be reprising her role as Charlotte Thornton, the mother of Jack Thornton (Lissing) and mother-in-law to Elizabeth Thorton (Krakow) and grandmother to Little Jack (Goodrich). As Elizabeth and Nathan head to Cape Fullerton in search of life saving measures for Jack, at the the urging of Charlotte, we'll likely see her in at least the first few episodes of the new season. Also returning is Melissa Gilbert, wo guest starred last season as Georgie McGill, a forensic investigator with ties to Bill Avery (Wagner).
Lori LoughlinLori Loughlin (Abigail Stanton)
Loughlin will return for six episodes and reprise her role as Abigail Stanton. She originated the role in the When Calls the Heart movie in 2013, but was unceremoniously dumped by the network and her character written off the show after she was caught up in the Varsity Blues college scandal back in 2019. After pleading guilty and serving jail time and community service, Loughlin slowly made her way back into acting. Her character's absence was explained as Abigail have to return to the east coast after her mother falls ill.
Brooke ShieldsBrooke Shields (Charlotte Thornton)
Brooke Shields returns as Charlotte Thornton, Elizabeth's mother-in-law and Little Jack's grandmother. Charlotte runs a boarding house in Cape Fullterton and offers Elizabeth a place to stay while Jack gets medical care in the city.
Related: Brooke Shields Will Make Surprise Return to When Calls the Heart
Melissa GilbertMelissa Gilbert (Georgie McGill)
Gilbert reprises her role as Georgie McGill, a forensic investigator and colleague of Bill's. While the two never got their romance off the air last time, will they be able to make things soar this time around?
When will Season 13 of When Calls the Heart premiere?
Season 13 of When Calls the Heart premieres on Sunday, Jan. 4 2026 at 8 p.m. Et on Hallmark Channel. Episodes will drop weekly with episodes available to stream the next day on Hallmark+.
Is there a sneak peek of Season 13 of When Calls the Heart?
Yes. Check out the first sneak peek for Season 13 of When Calls the Heart below.
How many episodes are there of When Calls the Heart?
For the 12 seasons, there are 131 episodes of When Calls the Heart, which includes five extended-length Christmas specials. Season 13 will have 12 episodes.
Will there be a Season 14 of When Calls the Heart?
Yes! Hallmark has already announced a Season 14 pick-up so Hearties can breathe a sigh a relief that the show will go on and plan for another Hearties Family Reunion!
Where is When Calls the Heart filmed?
When Calls the Heart is filmed just outside of Vancouver, British Columbia in Canada. The town of Hope Valley is located on the Jamestown Movie Set (built on the family-owned MacInnes Farm), where most of the show is filmed.
Fun fact: The sets that have two levels (row house, guest rooms in the saloon, etc.) don’t actually have room upstairs to film, so those spaces are created elsewhere.
Related: How To Visit the IRL Farm Where When Calls the Heart Is Filmed!
What is the When Calls the Heart prequel series?
A prequel series was recently announced. Hope Valley: 1874 went into production in Dec. 2025 and will premiere in March 2026 on Hallmark+k. The series stars Bethany Joy Lenz, Benjamin Ayres, and Jill Hennessy and will explore the settlement and community that will eventually become Hope Valley.
Related: A New 'When Calls the Heart' Spinoff is Coming—Here's Everything We Know About 'Hope Valley: 1874'
What is the When Calls the Heart spinoff series?
The popular series has also spawned its own original spinoff, When Hope Calls. The first season can be streamed on Hallmark+. The spinoff series follows Lillian (Morgan Kohan) and Grace (Jocelyn Hudon), two sisters who were separated as children after the death of their parents. Lillian was adopted soon after they were orphaned, while Grace remained in the foster care system until she aged out. The two reunite as adults and open an orphanage of their own.
The spinoff series was revived for Season 2 by Great American Family, which premiered a When Hope Calls Christmas movie in the months after the Season 2 announcement. The remainder of Season 2 of When Hope Calls premiered on Sunday, Apr. 6, 2025 and a third season was picked up by the network. Season 2 is available to stream on Great American Pure Flix.
Related: Get an Exclusive First Look at the Return of When Hope Calls on Great American Family
Season 2 of When Hope Calls pays homage to the previous cast, including Lillian (Kohan) and Mountie Gabriel (Ryan-James Hatanaka), who appeared in the first few episodes before passing the torch to the primarily new cast members, including Cindy Busby and Christopher Russell. Kohan currently leads the cast of Sullivan's Crossing, which is headed for a fourth season on The CW. Hatanaka is a series regular on Criminal Minds. Hudon is currently a series regular on Chicago Fire.
Where can I stream When Calls the Heart?
All seasons of When Calls the Heart are available to stream with a subscription on Hallmark+. You can also watch previous seasons of When Calls the Heart by purchasing seasons or individual episodes on iTunes, Prime Video and other streaming services. DVDs of previous seasons are also available to purchase. You can also purchase a limited box set of the first 12 seasons that includes never before seen episodes (the Lori Loughlin episodes that were removed and re-shot) at Edify Films' website here.
Next, Everything You About When Hope Calls Season 2
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