Hallmark Channel has picked up a second season of their original drama, When Calls the Heart. The first season of 13 episodes concluded on March 29th. No word on when season two will debut.
Here’s the official announcement for the renewal:
HALLMARK CHANNEL’S TOP RATED ORIGINAL PRIMETIME SERIES “WHEN CALLS THE HEART” EARNS A SECOND SEASON RENEWAL
Lori Loughlin, Erin Krakow, and Daniel Lissing Star In The Period Drama
On the heels of Jack Wagner and James Brolin starring in the final episodes of “When Calls the Heart,” Hallmark Channel is proud to announce its Original Series has earned a renewal and promises many more surprises in season two. “When Calls the Heart,” starring Lori Loughlin, Erin Krakow and Daniel Lissing, is based on the bestselling series of books of the same name by Janette Oke and tells the captivating story of a young woman who begins a new chapter in her life in a 19th century coal mining town and learns the lessons of life, love and loss. 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. After its first ten episodes, “When Calls The Heart” is averaging a 1.5 household rating. The original primetime drama is Hallmark Channel’s second original scripted series. (Source: The Nielsen Company)
“The success of ‘When Calls The Heart’ proves the show fills the niche of quality, family-friendly entertainment that audiences want to see in today’s crowded television landscape,” said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming, Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movie Channel. “The overwhelming wave of support from the show’s legion of fans tells us that they have fallen in love with its great storytelling and we are thrilled to have it continue,” Vicary concluded.
“When Calls the Heart” follows the story of a young schoolteacher Elizabeth Thatcher (Krakow) who moves from her privileged high society life to a simpler one as a schoolteacher in the Western frontier. Elizabeth arrives in Coal Valley, a 19th century coal mining town, for her first classroom assignment. However, she arrives in the aftermath of a mine explosion that claimed the lives of most of Coal Valley’s men, leaving behind their widows – including kind-hearted Abigail Stanton (Loughlin). Abigail and the newly widowed women face many challenges as they confront life alone in Coal Valley, and find their faith is tested when they are forced to work in the mines to make ends meet. As Elizabeth adapts to the frontier lifestyle, she also begins to fall for handsome Constable Jack Thornton (Lissing). The budding romance between Jack and Elizabeth comes to fruition, and is a core element to the series’ successful storytelling.
“When Calls the Heart” is a Believe Pictures and Brad Krevoy Television production. Executive Producers are Brad Krevoy, Brian Bird and Michael Landon, Jr. Based on the novel, When Calls the Heart by Janette Oke.
Hallmark Channel, owned and operated by Crown Media Holdings, Inc., is a 24-hour basic cable network that provides a diverse slate of high-quality entertainment programming available in high definition (HD) and standard definition (SD) to a national audience of 86 million subscribers. Hallmark Channel is the nation’s leading destination for quality family programming with an ambitious slate of TV movies; original scripted series, including Cedar Cove, Signed, Sealed, Delivered and When Calls the Heart; specials such as Kitten Bowl; as well as some of television’s most beloved sitcoms and series, including The Golden Girls, The Waltons, Little House on the Prairie, and Frasier. The channel is also home to Daytime Emmy-nominated lifestyle program, Home & Family, a daily two-hour live show shot in a fully functional house located on the Universal Studios lot. Hallmark Channel’s sibling network, Hallmark Movie Channel, available in HD and SD, focuses on family-friendly movies with a mix of original films, classic theatrical releases, and presentations from the acclaimed Hallmark Hall of Fame library.
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What do you think? Have you watched When Calls the Heart on Hallmark? Are you glad that it’s been renewed for a second season?
I enjoy the warmth and touching drama of “When Calls the Heart”. I pray that television shows in the future are family oriented such as this series. A huge thanks to Michael Landing Jr., God Bless him and his excellent view for a wonderful set of shows. Thank God for his late father, Michael Landon, for bringing us so many warm, cozy shows of “Little House on the Prairie” and God Bless all the intelligent breathe taking cast of both series. Thanks out also to Hallmark Channel. Thanks! Charla McComic Please let me know when Season 2 begins Im a… Read more »
We have been looking forward to season 2. When will it begin?
I absolutely love When Call The Heart. I don’t get the Hallmark Channel but have purchased the DVD’s. I want to commend Hallmark and all those that participated in making this inspirational and incredibly enjoyable series.
Blessings on you all!
I just love “When Calls the Heart” I looked forward to every Saturday, because of the show.
I looked forward to the show returning. Jeanette Okre is my favorite writer.
Great to have the series back – enjoyed by my husband and myself…
Should have more programs like this to view.
I’m anxious to see season two & look forward to it–hopefully soon!
I am thrilled you are doing a second season and so is my husband. Please tell me where I can order my own 1st season!!!
My daughter and I love them. We have watched them all DVDs
Looking forward to the next ones soon we hope
I am so happy to know there will be a 2nd season of When Calls the Heart!! What an absolutely superb family show. When will the 1st show of the 2nd season air?
This series is so well- written and well- casted, it is refreshing to finally see quality television. Thank you. Many of today’s series are either violent or depressing. During the doldrums of winter, television such as this is something to look forward to. I am hoping this series continues into many seasons, there are so many avenues the story line can take. It is very well done, I’m considering purchasing all of the dvd sets for future viewing, you can never tire of this story. I feel viewers are looking for family series which are so desperately lacking today, and… Read more »
I have watched all of this series and enjoyed them. So when will the new season begin???
This is my favorite show on TV! I love this series and can’t wait for season 2!! I love the chemistry between Jack and Elizabeth, the humor, and the intrigue. I have shared my DVD set with family and friends and now have them hooked on it too! Thank you for bringing this wonderful show to us!
Loved the first season, look forward to more!
Awesome series!! So glad returning. Do hope same characters. They are suburb.
Love the series. So glad to hear it will have a second season. Thank you
My 10 year old daughter & I just watched the entire series one in less than a week (on dvd) needless to say we absolutely LOVE IT! I was very disappointed that it ended & I am SO HAPPY to hear there will be a season 2 although I’m a little impatient waiting on it. It is a GREAT wholesome series as was Love Comes Softly. I do hope the characters remain the same. Thanks so much for giving us a second series!