When Calls the Heart

2014
4.8
1.75K reviews
TV-PG
Rating
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Season 1 episodes (12)

1 Lost And Found
1/11/14
When a wooden plank inscribed with a sentimental message is discovered in the mine, new constable Jack Thornton tries to discover the plank's rightful owner; Elizabeth struggles with capturing the enthusiasm of her students in the wake of tragedy.
2 When Calls The Heart - Cease And Desist
1/11/14
When all the widows in Coal Valley receive eviction notices from the Coal Company to make way for new miner recruits, Elizabeth hatches a plan to keep the widows from moving out of the only town they know.
3 When Calls The Heart - A Telling Silence
1/25/14
Elizabeth helps a mute student who is struggling to cope with the death of her father; Jack investigates the mysterious circumstances surrounding the burning of Coal Valley's only church.
4 Secrets And Lies
2/1/14
After finding the cans of whale oil, Jack investigates Cat Montgomery for her possible involvement in the church arson case. When the evidence points to Cat, Gabe becomes infuriated by the idea of his mother being imprisoned for something she didn't do.
5 The Dance
2/8/14
When a group of new male miners comes to Coal Valley, many of the town's women get caught up in the idea of the single men. One of the new miners begins courting Elizabeth and Jack seems to have concerns that resemble jealousy.
6 These Games
2/15/14
The Miners' Games allow the townspeople to cut loose and have a little fun; Elizabeth and Billy Hamilton spend more time together; Jack investigates a series of robberies that are plaguing Coal Valley.
7 Second Chances
2/22/14
Abigail must pay a steep price to complete a top-secret project she's been working on; one of Elizabeth's students has trouble reading so she enlists Jack's help for a creative solution; Abigail gives Jack some fine advice on a woman like Elizabeth.
8 Perils Of The Soloists
3/1/14
Elizabeth must put on the Coal Valley Founders' Day play on short notice; the only surviving miner from the explosion comes home from the hospital with a shocking surprise; Jack has a heart-to-heart with Adam in hopes of bringing them back together.
9 Change of Heart
3/8/14
Elizabeth's sister visits Coal Valley and stirs up trouble when she meets a wounded man and brings him back to town; Jack finally asks Elizabeth to dinner in an act of courtship, but he's about to receive some shocking news that could change everything.
10 Love Comes First
3/15/14
Abigail does some detective work and learns more about Gowen's dangerous conduct leading up to the mine disaster; Julie Thatcher is becoming closer with Nathaniel when the rest of the Tolliver gang arrives in Coal Valley.
11 Rules of Engagement
3/22/14
Jack is back in Coal Valley along with an unexpected visitor that threatens he and Elizabeth's relationship; Elizabeth receives some unforeseen news that will force her to make a very difficult decision.
12 Final Adieu
3/29/14
Bill Avery continues his investigation into the mine explosion with help from Jack; a budding romance grows between Bill and Abigail; Elizabeth struggles to make a decision about the teaching offer.

About this show

In the sweeping frontier drama 'When Calls the Heart,' the town of Hope Valley adjusts to the changing times – while still maintaining the small-town bonds that connect them. The series follows single mother Elizabeth Thornton, Hope Valley’s beloved schoolteacher who navigates life alone when her husband is suddenly killed on duty. Other central characters include Rosemary Coulter, the town’s lovable busybody once described as 'part Broadway showgirl, part Frontier woman,' and her patient husband, the upstanding businessman Leland Coulter. Sheriff Bill Avery works hard to protect the town and to cement his position as Hope Valley’s ultimate authority, and Dr. Carson Shepherd keeps Hope Valley healthy all while negotiating his own personal challenges in life and love. New to the community are Mountie Nathan Grant and mysterious gambler Lucas Bouchard. Finally, Elizabeth will continue to teach the children of Hope Valley – and although there are potential suitors interested in her, the only relationship she is focused on is the one with her baby. The series is inspired by Janette Oke’s bestselling book series about the Canadian West.

Ratings and reviews

4.8
1.75K reviews
Jennifer Foster
February 23, 2019
Had to change my review from 2015. I had given this show 5 stars but its currently 2019 and I have to say this show started out so wonderful but they cant seem to keep actors. So many wonderful storylines just stop with no reason given. I would fall in love with characters and their stories many times over only to have them disappear. I just lost interest. A real bummer cuz the show is so clean so I felt comfortable watching it with my kids.
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CiCi
June 13, 2015
Great easy watch. Interesting points of view about the industries that built the Northwest. Drama can be a bit corny, but the lessons of community and God are nice. The main love story is one of faith, strength in friendship and true partnership. They also challenge each others beliefs, which makes for a truer sense of relationship. The only criticisms are that season 1 to 2 storylines didn't play out story lines that were prominent. Some actors are far older than character line suggests.
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Ronda Metzger
May 16, 2021
After the season 7 finale, with the embrace felt 'round the world, fans were ready to finally begin the married life stories of the rugged Mountie and teacher. We kept waiting for the normal story arc to bring the heronie to seek forgiveness for her mistakes and unbecoming behavior. We now know we were strung along for the past three years merely as pawns in the rating scheme. We feel used. Where else does the hero not get the girl?
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