When Calls the Heart Gallops to Season 13: Hallmark Renews Long Running Drama

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When Calls the Heart fans, rejoice! Hallmark has officially renewed the popular drama for a thirteenth season. The good news arrived during the Season 12 finale.

Here’s the Lowdown: The series, which follows the lives of residents in the small town of Hope Valley, will return with fresh episodes in 2026. Key cast members, including Erin Krakow, Kevin McGarry, Martin Cummins, Jack Wagner, Chris McNally, Pascale Hutton, Kavan Smith, Andrea Brooks, and Viv Leacock, are set to make their return.

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What This Means Now: This renewal confirms the continued popularity and enduring appeal of When Calls the Heart. The show’s producers clearly view the fans, known as “Hearties,” as more than just an audience, describing them as a “connected community.”

The Bigger Picture: Hallmark is celebrating the show’s ability to tell stories that connect with viewers, stories about finding optimism when life throws a curve ball. The renewal also secures the creative team, with Brad Krevoy, Brian Bird, Michael Landon Jr., and star Erin Krakow, among others, continuing as executive producers. When Calls the Heart is produced by All Canadian Entertainment, Brad Krevoy Television, and Believe Pictures. The show’s thirteenth season cements its place as a long-running success story.

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