When Calls the Heart
"Good things come to those who hope."
YouTube / GoogleElizabeth Thatcher, a young school teacher from a wealthy Eastern family, migrates from the big city to teach school in a small coal mining town in the west.
Season 1
In season one we see Elizabeth Thatcher, a cultured young teacher in 1910, leave her comfortable world in the city and accept a teaching position in a frontier town.
Season 2
In season 2, Abigail Stanton together with the other widows (whose husbands were killed in a mining explosion) gear up for the trial against the Pacific Northwest Mining Company. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and Constable Jack Thornton travel to Hamilton (Elizabeth's hometown) to visit her ailing mother. Elizabeth settles into her old life as Jack adjusts to the extravagance of the big city.
Season 3
Elizabeth and Jack's romance in Hope Valley continues to develop as we follow the adventures of other townspeople. In particular, two newcomers arrive, changing the lives of both Frank and Abigail and challenging their relationship. Lee and Rosemary's bond deepens as they reconcile their strong personalities. And Bill Avery's future remains uncertain. All things build toward a moment of truth for Jack and Elizabeth.
Season 4
This season, Hope Valley will get more than a few surprises, as well as a few new faces. Meanwhile, Jack and Elizabeth’s love grows stronger than ever as their passions are tested in more ways than one.
Season 5
In season five, Abigail is faced with a new crisis when financial troubles for the town loom. Elizabeth gets an unexpected visit. Ever the dedicated wife to Lee, Rosemary keeps busy at Dottie’s dress shop as she works to make Hope Valley more fashionable. As Elizabeth awaits news of Jack, who has returned to the Northern Territories, she focuses on teaching her students and dreams of the day when Jack comes safely home and they can plan their wedding. Sheriff Bill Avery keeps Hope Valley safe, as well as maintaining a close eye on Gowen, who continues to adjust to his new life as a laborer at Lee’s mill. Doctor Carson Shephard’s skills are put to the test when an unknown sickness sweeps through town, he opens his heart to love again, and takes a risk that could save or take a life of someone he cares for.
Season 6
Season 7
Season 8
Elizabeth has finished her manuscript. An unwelcome visitor stirs up trouble for Nathan and Allie. A homesick Rosemary and Lee cut their South American trip short. Faith arrives back from medical school. Clara and Jesse haven’t been getting along. Fiona has a new business venture.
Season 9
Hope Valley is in a state of growth with new challenges that impact the town. The town is buzzing about the Mayoral race. Elizabeth and Lucas focus on their new relationship. Nathan is focused on his Mountie career. There’s a new pharmacist in town. Rosemary and Lee continue to run the town newspaper.
Season 10
This season focuses on a water diversion scheme that threatens to destroy Hope Valley and the surrounding towns. Hot springs are discovered, which bring tourism and an economic boost to the town. Lee and Rosemary have their first child. Lucas and Elizabeth plan their wedding but ultimately decide to split up. Lucas runs for governor and wins. Nathan attempts to have a relationship with Faith, but romance doesn’t work out between them. Rosaleen, a former student, returns to town. Henry finally finds redemption.
Season 11
School teacher Elizabeth Thornton embarks on a fresh start — with new romance, new challenges and new style. She and Mountie Nathan Grant navigate their growing romantic feelings while also leaning on each other for support as they face new parenting obstacles. Newly elected governor Lucas Bouchard must confront his past in order to embrace his strengths and lead Hope Valley into the future, while retired mountie Bill Avery and newspaper reporter Rosemary Coulter team up to unravel a mystery putting their entire community at risk.
Season 12
Love flourishes for schoolteacher Elizabeth Thornton and Mountie Nathan Grant as they embrace the joy of new romance. Reporter Rosemary Coulter and retired Mountie Bill Avery team up once again to investigate a train robbery, while Governor Lucas Bouchard and Mayor Lee Coulter quite literally find common ground. The community comes together to celebrate and support each other through a season of discovering passions, leaps of faith, and a whole lot of dancing.
Season 13
Elizabeth, Little Jack, Nathan and Allie returning to Hope Valley after racing off to Cape Fullerton in search of better treatment for Jack, which now exists in Hope Valley.
Cast (202)
Directors
Writers
Derek Thompson
Writer
Lindsay Sturman
Writer
Paul Redford
Writer
Elizabeth Stewart
Writer
Robin Bernheim Burger
Writer
Ages 57-69
John Tinker
Writer
Ages 55-67
Allie Devereaux
Writer
Tony Blake
Writer
Joy Gregory
Writer
Tippi Dobrofsky
Writer
Neal H. Dobrofsky
Writer
Josef Anderson
Writer
Ken LaZebnik
Writer
Ages 59-71
Richard Manning
Writer
Cynthia J. Cohen
Writer
Sheryl J. Anderson
Writer
Brian Bird
Writer
Jon Nappa
Writer
Michael Landon Jr.
Writer
Ages 49-61
Ken Craw
Writer
Tunette Powell
Writer
Dana Brawer
Writer
Charles Lazer
Writer
Vanessa Parise
Writer
Ages 43-55
John Wierick
Writer
Ayla Glass
Writer
Kim Beyer-Johnson
Writer
Andrea Stevens
Writer
Liam Fearnley
Writer
Cindy Kelley
Writer
Paul Jackson
Writer
Producers
Vicki Sotheran
Executive Producer
Vicki Sotheran
Producer
Greg Malcolm
Executive Producer
Greg Malcolm
Producer
Brad Krevoy
Executive Producer
Jimmy Townsend
Executive Producer
Michael Landon Jr.
Executive Producer
Ages 49-61
Eric Jarboe
Executive Producer
Brian Bird
Executive Producer
Michael Shepard
Executive Producer
John Tinker
Executive Producer
Ages 55-67
Susie Belzberg Krevoy
Executive Producer
Erin Krakow
Executive Producer
Ages 29-41
Peter DeLuise
Executive Producer
Ages 47-59
Amanda Phillips
Executive Producer
Ages 32-45
Elizabeth Stewart
Executive Producer
Derek Thompson
Executive Producer
Original Language
en
Spoken Languages
English
Production Countries
CA, US
Production Companies
Believe Pictures, Motion Picture Corporation of America, Brad Krevoy Television, All Canadian Entertainment, Frontier Productions, Jordan Films