Hallamrk+ has greenlit a When Calls the Heart prequel series!
Ahead of the season 13 launch of the long-running Hallmark series, the network has announced that the prequel show Hope Valley: 1874 will air on the streaming service Hallmark+.
The eight-episode series will begin production next week in Vancouver ahead of a March 2026 debut on the streamer, according to Variety.
Hallmark’s head of programming, Michelle Vicary, said in a statement, “Hope Valley: 1874 gives us a wonderful opportunity to further explore the universe of When Calls the Heart and build a deeper world around this show for our devoted fans, who have helped make it one of the most successful and enduring series on television today. We’re excited for the Hearties to join us as we tell this rich origin story filled with the kind of heart, community and hope they know and love.”
Five cast members have been confirmed for the upcoming series…
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