Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart just made TV history—again—by becoming the most-watched entertainment cable program of 2025 so far. That’s right, your grandma’s favorite show just bodied the competition like a genteel, tea-sipping gladiator.
The heartwarming-but-slightly-dramatic series just wrapped up its 12th season on March 23, leaving fans with more emotions than a Victorian love letter. And if that wasn’t exciting enough, Hallmark just gave the green light for season 13, because let’s be honest—Hope Valley is never running out of drama, wholesome life lessons, or attractive men in period costumes.
But the real headline? When Calls the Heart didn’t just win; it DOMINATED. It’s the number one show on entertainment cable this year, proving that soft-focus romance and frontier drama are exactly what the people want.
“At Hallmark Channel, we are thrilled by the devoted fanbase and the overwhelming success of Hope Valley,” said Samantha DiPippo, Hallmark Media’s Senior Vice President of Programming, while probably clutching a lace handkerchief and dabbing away tears of joy. “The show continues to bring warmth, charm, and strong ratings—because let’s face it, everyone secretly loves an old-fashioned, small-town love triangle.”
And the numbers don’t lie: Season 12 pulled in 6.1 million viewers—which is approximately the population of Denmark. That’s a lot of people tuning in for romantic glances, heartfelt letters, and at least one dramatic moment involving a horse.
So, if you’re not watching When Calls the Heart, you might want to rethink your life choices. Season 13 is coming, and Hallmark’s empire of wholesome drama isn’t going anywhere.
