

When Calls the Heart
★ 8.3 · 13 seasons
Elizabeth 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 · 12 episodes
- E1
Lost and Found
As Elizabeth nervously faces her first day of teaching, Jack must figure out which doomed miner wrote a personal message on a plank found in the mine.
- E2
Cease and Desist
When the coal company orders the town's widows to move and make way for new miners, Abigail devises a plan to keep the women in their homes.
- E3
A Telling Silence
While Jack investigates the suspicious church fire, Elizabeth tries to figure out why little Rosaleen can't speak and is terrified of miner Wendell.
- E4
Secrets and Lies
Jack questions Cat about the fire after finding whale oil cans in her shed, while Elizabeth is baffled when a poor student gives her a costly gift.
- E5
The Dance
The arrival of new miners in Coal Valley creates excitement among the townswomen, but Jack regards Billy, Elizabeth's earnest suitor, with suspicion.
- E6
These Games
As the town readies for the Miners' Games, Elizabeth and Billy's courtship heats up, and Jack investigates some thefts he suspects Billy is behind.
- E7
Second Chances
Eager to start her life anew, Abigail concocts a bold but costly business proposition, while Elizabeth and Jack go to bat for a struggling student.
- E8
Perils of the Soloists
Adam, the mine disaster's sole survivor, finally returns home but struggles to readjust. On short notice, Elizabeth puts on the Founders' Day play.
- E9
Change of Heart
Elizabeth's visiting sister causes a stir when she brings a wounded man to town, while Jack invites Elizabeth to a romantic dinner at Abigail's café.
- E10
Love Comes First
As Elizabeth yearns for the absent Jack, Abigail pumps Gowen for details about the mine disaster, and Julie grows close to fugitive outlaw Nathaniel.
- E11
Rules of Engagement
Jack and Elizabeth's reunion is threatened by the appearance of a woman from Jack's past. Abigail welcomes forensics investigator Bill Avery to town.
- E12
Prelude to a Kiss
Helped by Jack, Bill investigates the mine explosion, while Elizabeth must decide whether to accept a job offer back East or remain in Coal Valley.
Season 2 · 7 episodes
- E1
Trials of the Heart
Coal Valley's trial gets underway in the town with a new Judge presiding over it. Elizabeth gets unsettling news from Hamilton regarding her family, and must return. Abigail's case is presided over by an unlikely prosecutor. Elizabeth's family meets, Jack.
- E2
Heart and Soul
Elizabeth and Jack remain worlds apart and Abigail finds out the devastating truth about Bill Avery.
- E3
Heart's Desire
Abigail travels to Hamilton to stay with Elizabeth’s family and is compelled to accept Bill’s help on a personal matter. A heroic act by Jack brings him closer to his ex-fiancée, Rosemary. Elizabeth returns to Hope Valley and she and Jack come together to consider what the future holds.
- E4
Awakenings & Revelations
When a visitor from home arrives in Hope Valley, Elizabeth begins to question the direction of her heart and feelings for Jack. As Abigail struggles with how to help her daughter-in-law, Bill delves deeper into an undercover investigation.
- E5
Heart and Home
Elizabeth and Jack receive upsetting news from their families in Hamilton that could tear them apart. Meanwhile, Abigail tries to find forgiveness in her heart for Bill as Lee enlists Rosemary’s help to fight Gowen and keep Hope Valley from falling apart.
Season 3 · 9 episodes
- E1
New Year's Wish
The townsfolk celebrate the New Year, which allows Jack and Elizabeth to make a fresh start. Meanwhile, Rosemary and Lee have a new adventure and Pastor Hogan runs into an unwelcome visitor from his past.
- E2
Troubled Hearts
Abigail discovers Gowen's sordid scheme. Frank struggles with a troubled past as Elizabeth surprises Jack with the revelation of her own property.
- E3
A Time to Speak
The people of Hope Valley turn against Frank after his secret gets out. Abigail resolves to prove that past mistakes don't tell the whole story.
- E4
Heart of a Hero
After Frank and Abigail show everyone in Hope Valley the value of redemption, the town becomes overrun by a gang of dangerous outlaws.
- E5
A Gentle Heart
As a call for compassion reverberates throughout a struggling Hope Valley, Jack and Faith's friendship proves problematic for Elizabeth.
- E6
Forever in My Heart
Abigail welcomes Becky back into her home, but soon faces a difficult decision. Jack and Elizabeth approach a new horizon in their relationship.
Season 4 · 10 episodes
- E1
Words From the Heart
A new railroad route that could boost business is proposed. A baseball game helps the newer settlement students to make friends with the other pupils.
- E2
Heart of Truth
Elizabeth must coax the truth from Robert after he tells a lie about seeing a bear and becomes the town hero.
- E3
The Heart of the Community
To raise money for new school supplies, Elizabeth and the kids throw a carnival; the carnival sheds new light and possibly even hope, on Phillip's relationship with his distant father.
- E4
Change of Heart
Elizabeth struggles with growing pains at the school. An old friend comes to visit Jack. Abigail's tenure as mayor is threatened. Rosemary plays matchmaker.
- E5
Heart of a Teacher
Elizabeth fights to clear her name and get her job back. Jack gets some troubling news. Wyatt and the railroad continue to make problems for Hope Valley. The children have to deal with a stern new schoolteacher.
- E6
My Heart Will Go On
A surprising ally helps Elizabeth in her fight to get her job back. Jack does some soul-searching that may affect his relationship with Elizabeth.
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1
Believing
Elizabeth’s sister, Julie, visits Hope Valley in her quest to become a teacher. Lee is made acting Sheriff when Abigail and Bill leave town to testify in Gowen’s trial. Carson has problems with a traveling tonic salesman.
- E2
Hearts and Minds
Elizabeth mentors Julie, who finds teaching more difficult than she imagined. Abigail has to find a way to convince the railroad to build its depot in Hope Valley.
- E3
Home Is Where the Heart Is
Jack returns and he and Elizabeth start planning their future. Sparks fly between Carson and a new arrival. Elizabeth teaches her students the difference between facts and speculation, and the town is put on edge when Lee can’t withdraw funds to pay his employees.
- E4
Open Hearts
Abigail has to figure out how to keep the town’s bank afloat. Elizabeth struggles to understand what troubles one of her young students. Rosemary goes overboard planning Jack and Elizabeth’s wedding.
- E5
My Heart Is Yours
Jack and Elizabeth’s plan to get married is put in jeopardy and Bill has difficulties transporting a prisoner.
- E6
Season 6 · 9 episodes
- E1
Phone Rings and Heart Strings
Elizabeth balances new motherhood with teaching, Bill & Gowen battle to buy the saloon, Rosemary plays matchmaker for a potential romance, and Abigail brings technology to town.
- E2
The Queen of Hearts
After a foolish comment, Carson must admit that he cares more about Faith. The charming new saloon owner, Lucas Bouchard, causes a stir. Elizabeth teaches self-confidence, and Abigail takes a risk on the stock market with Gowen.
- E3
A Vote of Confidence
After a judge is intimidated into releasing two gunrunners, Bill recruits an old friend to help him track the criminals down. Abigail and Lucas clash over the saloon's late hours. Carson and Faith must decide whether to pursue their feelings.
- E4
Heart of a Mountie
A new Mountie arrives earlier than expected. Bill and Nathan jump right to work when Lee's payroll is stolen. At the school, friends turn against each when a mock debate goes awry; Carson and Faith try to keep their romance a secret.
- E5
Surprise
Elizabeth confronts Nathan about his parenting style. Bill is offered a judgeship, but is unsure if he wants to take it. Rosemary hosts a girls-only night. Faith and Carson's romance blooms. Jesse finds surface oil, but can't afford to drill.
Season 7 · 10 episodes
- E1
A Moving Picture
Lucas gives Elizabeth writing advice that causes her to search for new inspiration. Rosemary and Lee plan a vacation. Faith returns home with a dilemma that may force her to part ways with Carson.
- E2
The Heart of a Father
Elizabeth helps Nathan navigate family tensions when his estranged father arrives in town after recently being released from jail. Rosemary advises Clara and Jesse on wedding plans. Bill and Lucas lose customers when a rumor spreads.
- E3
Family Matters
Elizabeth encourages Nathan to investigate his father. Lucas enjoys the first chapters of Elizabeth’s novel. Clara and Jesse cross items off their wedding to-do list.
- E4
Sweet and Sour
Elizabeth, Carson and Faith deal with an outbreak of chickenpox. Faith's dedication to her job jeopardizes her future.
- E5
An Unexpected Gift
Elizabeth gets a surprise bouquet of flowers on her doorstep which has the whole town wondering who left them. Rosemary and Lee organize Jesse & Clara's Bachelor and Bachelorette parties.
- E6
In Perfect Unity
Season 8 · 12 episodes
- E1
Open Season
Elizabeth tries to deal with how she feels about Nathan and Lucas; a visitor causes trouble.
- E2
Honestly, Elizabeth
The arrival of Lucas' mother makes Elizabeth more than a little nervous; Lee injures his back.
- E3
From the Ashes
Everyone in Hope Valley tries to help when a geyser erupts at the oil rig.
- E4
Welcome to Hope Valley
Nathan starts to question his own actions as the inquiry begins.
- E5
What the Heart Wants
Rosemary and Lee adjust to having family in town, while a letter from Dottie upsets the Coulters.
- E6
No Regrets
Elizabeth wonders if she's ready to let love in again, while Rosemary wonders what her purpose is.
- E7
Before My Very Eyes
Season 9 · 12 episodes
- E1
In Like a Lion
Change is in the air for Hope Valley with the foundry to be built and the upcoming mayoral election. Elizabeth arrives home from a trip to Hamilton. A potential investor arrives in town to discuss the oil business with Lucas.
- E2
Out Like a Lamb
Hope Valley elects a new mayor. Lucas and Elizabeth try to find the "little moments" in their relationship. Elizabeth offers to help Nathan with his horse after the hit-and-run, but it's newcomer, Mei who connects with Newton.
- E3
Turn of the Page
Elizabeth's book is finally published and it’s the talk of the town. Lucas plans a surprise party to celebrate the event, but some bad book reviews have Elizabeth in a less social mood.
- E4
Straight from the Heart
Elizabeth sees a new side of Lucas when a flu bug leaves her without a babysitter, and he volunteers to watch Little Jack.
- E5
Journey into the Light
School Inspector Augustus Landis is back in town and starts questioning Elizabeth’s new accreditation to teach Angela. Lucas and Nathan decide to have a race, animal vs. machine.
- E6
Season 10 · 12 episodes
- E1
Carpe Diem
Hope Valley faces an economic downturn together. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and Bill learn that the children of Hope Valley have made a discovery that could change the future of the town.
- E2
Hope Springs Eternal
Everyone is buzzing with talk of the Hot Springs and how it will help the town. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and Lucas host Aunt Agatha and Julie on an interesting visit to Hope Valley.
- E3
Oh, Baby
Tourists start arriving, including the St. Johns, who may prove to be trouble for Bill. Meanwhile, Elizabeth rallies all Rosemary’s friends to plan the perfect baby shower.
- E4
Great Expectatations
The Coulter baby is late, but Faith assures them it’s fine. By the time Rosemary goes into labor, the entire town is there to support her. Madeline tries to stay in Hope Valley.
- E5
Life is But a Dream
Rosemary and Lee are still adjusting to parenthood. Lucas reveals the surprise he’s been working on to Elizabeth. Nathan has a camping trip planned for just him and Allie.
- E6
The Heart of the Problem
Season 11 · 12 episodes
- E1
When Stars Align
Elizabeth turns over a new leaf. Nathan returns home from an investigation, and Bill questions its outcome. Rosemary chases a scoop. Lucas make a surprise announcement.
- E2
Tomorrow Never Knows
Elizabeth and Allie plan a birthday party for Nathan. Lee and Rosemary weigh business responsibilities against family time. Lucas settles into his role as governor.
- E3
Steps Forward
Rosemary and Bill team up to investigate a case they believe shouldn't be closed. The women of Hope Valley start a day care. Hickam and Mei celebrate a milestone.
- E4
Along Came a Spider
It's Easter in Hope Valley. Elizabeth organizes an egg hunt with help from Nathan. A visitor from Lucas's past gets the town talking. Angela and Cooper seek to mend a relationship.
- E5
Stronger Together
Hickam and Lee clash with the mayor of Benson Hills, and Gowen suggests a solution with huge implications for the town. Elizabeth and Nathan clear up a misunderstanding.
- E6
Believe
Elizabeth confronts an imposing figure from her past with Nathan's support. Rosemary helps Lee navigate a new leadership role. Lucas struggles to find bidders for his resort project.
Season 12 · 12 episodes
- E1
The Mountie Way
Elizabeth receives a sentimental surprise in time for Little Jack's first day of school. Nathan trains a new Mountie cadet. Rosemary and Lee make a landmark decision.
- E2
You Get What You Give
When the comic book craze sweeps Hope Valley, Elizabeth teaches her students through nature. Rosemary launches a radio show, and Lucas meets a new political player.
- E3
All That Glitters
Elizabeth and Nathan uncover Oliver’s secret, and Rosemary worries Lee has a secret of his own. Allie’s interest is piqued when Earl Wyatt returns to town.
- E4
Dancing Teens
Elizabeth helps Allie plan a birthday dance, and Nathan struggles with Allie growing up. Rosemary and Bill team up again to investigate a train robbery. Lucas lends Edie a hand.
- E5
Mom's the Word
Elizabeth develops a new method of teaching. Nathan goes undercover. A familiar face returns to Hope Valley with an unlucky heiress in tow. Lucas and Lee face their differences.
- E6
When Autumn Leaves Begin to Fall
Allie and Oliver discover a threat. Rosemary invites the kids to debate Lucas on the radio. Bill interrogates a suspect with an old friend's help. Elizabeth fights a cold.
Season 13 · 12 episodes
- E1
Up in the Air
Hope Valley prepares for the opening of Goldie National Park. Elizabeth, Nathan, Allie, and Little Jack return home, but is it for just the weekend?
- E2
Up in Smoke
Nathan responds to fire in Goldie National Park while Elizabeth leads relief efforts in Hope Valley.
- E3
Back to School
Elizabeth welcomes new faces into her classroom while Nathan and Bill launch an investigation into the wildfire
- E4
Until Proven Guilty
Elizabeth assists Allie with Oliver's surprise party while Lee launches a new business.
- E5
Growing Pains
New evidence comes to light that shifts the fire investigation. Elizabeth and her classroom start a project that will impact the territory for generations to come.
- E6
Moment of Truth
A familiar face returns and brings a fun, new piece of technology with her...the polygraph. Nathan freezes when a playful line of questioning catches him off guard.
Cast

Erin Krakow
Elizabeth Thatcher

Pascale Hutton
Rosemary LeVeaux

Jack Wagner
Bill Avery