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When Calls the Heart (2013) is a dramatic period romance film and the original basis for the long-running Hallmark TV series. Directed by Michael Landon Jr., it follows Elizabeth Thatcher, a wealthy young woman who leaves her comfortable life to teach in a rugged frontier town called Coal Valley (later Hope Valley) in the early 1900s. Facing hardship, community struggles, and cultural differences, Elizabeth finds purpose, strength, and unexpected romance with a Mountie. The heartfelt story blends historical setting, faith-based values, and enduring love, setting the emotional foundation for the beloved television adaptation that followed.

Drama Fantasy Romance

Release Date: October 5, 2013
Director: Michael Landon Jr.
Genre: Drama, Romance, Fantasy
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Language: English
Starring: Maggie Grace, Stephen Amell, Poppy Drayton
Box Office: Not a Theatrical Film
Where To Watch: Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix

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In When Calls the Heart (2013), Elizabeth Thatcher (Maggie Grace) embraces adventure when she accepts her first teaching post in the remote Western frontier town of Coal Valley. Accustomed to city comforts, she must adapt to the hardships of rural life and earn the respect of townspeople who have weathered loss and struggle. After an explosion in the mine leaves widows and children in need, Elizabeth’s compassionate spirit shines as she works to foster hope and education. Along the way, she meets Wynn Delaney, a principled Mountie (Stephen Amell), and forges deep friendships with locals. Facing social expectations, personal growth, and romance, Elizabeth discovers courage and purpose while helping a community reinvent itself in hope and resilience.

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The When Calls the Heart film preceded the TV series and inspired its long-running adaptation, launching one of Hallmark’s most enduring franchises and many viewers don’t realize the series grew from this 2013 movie.

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