When Calls the Heart 2014
“Good things come to those who hope.”
What is When Calls the Heart?
When Calls the Heart is a Western drama television series created by Michael Landon Jr. and Brian Bird.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2014
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 139
- First aired
- Jan 11, 2014
- Last aired
- Mar 22, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- Hallmark Channel
- Genres
- Drama, Western
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 139 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
When Calls the Heart is a Western drama television series created by Michael Landon Jr. and Brian Bird. Inspired by the book of the same name from Janette Oke's Canadian West series, the program premiered on the Hallmark Channel in the United States on January 11, 2014, and on Super Channel in Canada on April 16, 2014. The narrative follows Elizabeth Thatcher, a cultured young schoolteacher from a wealthy Eastern family. Seeking a new life, she leaves her comfortable city surroundings in 1910 to accept a teaching position in a small coal mining frontier town. The series, which is categorized as a drama and romance, features a cast that includes Erin Krakow, Pascale Hutton, Jack Wagner, and Kavan Smith. As a Hallmark original series, it explores the experiences of its protagonist as she adapts to life in the West. The show remains a long-running production that highlights the challenges and transitions faced by its central character in a developing frontier environment.
Should you watch it?
“A city-born teacher finds purpose in a rugged frontier town.”
- Strong character development and emotional storytelling
- Scenic setting with authentic period details
- Uplifting themes of resilience and belonging
- Predictable pacing may not suit all viewers
- Limited exploration of external conflict
You enjoy wholesome dramas centered on personal growth and community.
Suitable for general audiences with mild emotional themes.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Lost and Found Jan 11, 2014
- E2 Cease and Desist Jan 18, 2014
- E3 A Telling Silence Jan 25, 2014
- E4 Secrets and Lies Feb 1, 2014
- E5 The Dance Feb 8, 2014
- E6 These Games Feb 15, 2014
- E7 Second Chances Feb 22, 2014
- E8 Perils of the Soloists Mar 1, 2014
- E9 Change of Heart Mar 8, 2014
- E10 Love Comes First Mar 15, 2014
- E11 Rules of Engagement Mar 22, 2014
- E12 Prelude to a Kiss Mar 29, 2014
Season 2 · 7 episodes
- E1 Trials of the Heart Apr 25, 2015
- E2 Heart and Soul May 2, 2015
- E3 Heart's Desire May 16, 2015
- E4 Awakenings & Revelations May 23, 2015
- E5 Heart and Home May 30, 2015
- E6 Coming Together, Coming Apart Jun 6, 2015
- E7 With All My Heart Jun 13, 2015
Season 3 · 9 episodes
- E1 New Year's Wish Dec 26, 2015
- E2 Troubled Hearts Feb 21, 2016
- E3 A Time to Speak Feb 28, 2016
- E4 Heart of a Hero Mar 6, 2016
- E5 A Gentle Heart Mar 13, 2016
- E6 Forever in My Heart Mar 20, 2016
- E7 Heartbreak Mar 27, 2016
- E8 Hearts in Question Apr 3, 2016
- E9 Prayers from the Heart Apr 10, 2016
Season 4 · 10 episodes
- E1 Words From the Heart Feb 19, 2017
- E2 Heart of Truth Feb 26, 2017
- E3 The Heart of the Community Mar 5, 2017
- E4 Change of Heart Mar 12, 2017
- E5 Heart of a Teacher Mar 19, 2017
- E6 My Heart Will Go On Mar 26, 2017
- E7 Healing Heart Apr 2, 2017
- E8 Courageous Hearts Apr 9, 2017
- E9 Heart of a Secret Apr 16, 2017
- E10 Heart of a Fighter Apr 23, 2017
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 Believing Feb 18, 2018
- E2 Hearts and Minds Feb 25, 2018
- E3 Home Is Where the Heart Is Mar 4, 2018
- E4 Open Hearts Mar 11, 2018
- E5 My Heart Is Yours Mar 18, 2018
- E6 Love and Marriage Mar 25, 2018
- E7 Heart of the Matter Apr 1, 2018
- E8 Weather the Storm Apr 8, 2018
- E9 In My Dreams Apr 15, 2018
- E10 Close to My Heart Apr 22, 2018
Frequently asked questions
Is the show based on a book?
Yes, it is adapted from a novel series by Janette Oke.
Where is the show set?
The show is set in a fictional small coal mining town in the Canadian Rockies during the early 1900s.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Elizabeth Thatcher, a young teacher from the East Coast.
Does the show have a lot of romance?
Romance plays a significant role as the series progresses, though it starts more focused on personal and community challenges.
Are there any notable awards or ratings?
The show has a strong fan following but specific award information is not provided in the sources.