When Calls the Heart

When Calls the Heart (2013- )

RunningScripted showDrama, Romance

When Calls the Heart is inspired by Janette Oke's bestselling book series about the Canadian West, the series tells the captivating story of Elizabeth Thatcher, a young teacher accustomed to her high society life, who receives her first classroom assignment in Coal Valley, a small coal mining town where life is simple, but often fraught with challenges. Upon arrival, Elizabeth befriends Abigail Stanton, a wife and mother whose husband, the foreman of the mine, along with a dozen other miners, has just been killed in an explosion. The newly widowed women find their faith is tested when they must go to work in the mines to keep a roof over their heads. Set against the wild canvas of a 19th century coal town, Elizabeth will have to learn the ways of the frontier if she wishes to thrive in the rural west on her own.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

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S12E12Must Be GoldMar 23, 2025
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S12E10Through the ValleyMar 9, 2025
S12E09Buried TreasureMar 2, 2025
S12E08The Show Must Go OnFeb 23, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When was the premiere of When Calls the Heart?

The premiere of When Calls the Heart was on January 11, 2014.

Who created When Calls the Heart?

When Calls the Heart was created by Michael Landon Jr.

Who are some of the main cast members of When Calls the Heart?

Some of the main cast members of When Calls the Heart include Erin Krakow as Elizabeth Thatcher, Daniel Lissing as Jack Thornton, and Lori Loughlin as Abigail Stanton.

What is the setting of When Calls the Heart?

When Calls the Heart is set in the Canadian West in the early 20th century.

What is the show When Calls the Heart based on?

When Calls the Heart is based on the book of the same name by Janette Oke.

What is the plot of When Calls the Heart?

When Calls the Heart follows Elizabeth Thatcher, a young teacher from a wealthy Eastern family, as she adjusts to life in a small coal-mining town in the Canadian West.

What is the main storyline of When Calls the Heart?

The main storyline of When Calls the Heart follows Elizabeth's romantic relationship with a Mountie named Jack Thornton.

Where is When Calls the Heart filmed?

When Calls the Heart is filmed in Vancouver and the surrounding areas in British Columbia, Canada.

What inspired When Calls the Heart?

When Calls the Heart was inspired by Janette Oke's own family history and the experiences of women in the Canadian West during the early 20th century.

What channel broadcasts When Calls the Heart?

When Calls the Heart is broadcast on the Hallmark Channel in the United States.

When did Lori Loughlin join the cast of When Calls the Heart?

Lori Loughlin joined the cast of When Calls the Heart in its second season as Abigail Stanton.

What are some of the themes of When Calls the Heart?

Some of the themes of When Calls the Heart include love, family, community, and perseverance.

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Also known as

  • Ha szólít a szív (Hungary)
  • Glasul inimii (Romania)
  • Когда зовёт сердце (Russian Federation)

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