When Calls The Heart Executive Producer Brian Bird Reflects on Season 4
Well Hearties another season of When Calls The Heart has come to an end and what a season it was! We saw a few new people show up in Hope Valley and new romances started to form. We learned more about many of our characters and even got to see several of them grow and transform right in front of out eyes. The women really stood out this season, showing their strengths and abilities in positions of power, and even just in standing up for one another. We watched one of our favorite characters cling to life and another character emerge as a new hero to save it. Finally, we saw our beloved Jack (Daniel Lissing) and Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) get engaged in one of the most powerful and emotional hours of TV that the show has ever produced. The season ended with Mountie Jack off fighting the good fight up north and Elizabeth (and viewers) wondering if we will ever see him back in Hope Valley again.
The TV Junkies had the opportunity to talk exclusively with executive producer Brian Bird about everything that went on this season. He also spoke about how the decision to send Jack away came about and why fans shouldn’t be giving up on Jack and Elizabeth quite yet.
The TV Junkies: To start off I have to congratulate you on a great season. I have to say that this has probably been my favorite season to date. It just had so much to offer.
Brian Bird: Mine too. I think it was more emotional; we got into deeper character depiction throughout the season so it was really gratifying. And the audience, the numbers have been strong. The show had double-digit gains from Season 3. I think that [the show being on] Netflix has resulted in a lot of new fans and they are all of the sudden big fans that are clamoring to see the new episodes so that’s exciting as well. And Netflix has already shown interest in Season 4, we met with them about that last week.
TTVJ: What were your favorite storylines this season?
BB: I loved the Gowan (Martin Cummins) storyline actually. It’s one of the ones that was kind of a B story in the overall arc of the season, but I just loved the sense of bringing him to justice and also his personal sense of guilt and wanting redemption. These last few episodes were incredibly strong. He’s clearly facing the music now and it’s changing him. It’s causing him to look past his greed and ambition and made him realize that he has to own up to everything and actually be a responsible human being.
I loved the adoption storyline that culminated in the season finale. I’m an adoptive dad myself, twice over, so for me that has been something that we have been working on since Season 3. It originated with a conversation that Lori (Loughlin) and I had after Season 2. And being an adoptive dad that was sort of music to my ears so I had a longer conversation with her and the writers. It ended up being a really powerful story, especially in the finale where she presented Cody (Carter Ryan Evancic) and Becky (Ali Skovbye) with their adoption papers and had him call her mom for the first time.
TTVJ: I loved all of the new characters and it was nice to see some diversity, even if it was just the background actors. You brought two very eligible bachelors to town and some of the cutest kids I’ve ever seen. How did you think that those new characters storylines ended up playing out?
BB: Like I said before, we have a lot of eligible widows in this town and this is the Hallmark Channel, and the show is first and foremost a prairie romance. So it just made all the sense in the world to us to see some fresh blood in town in the way of eligible bachelors to go along with those eligible widows.
In terms of the kids, one of the challenges with a show like this being a kid-centric show with Elizabeth teaching school. We finish production in December and we will probably not begin production till maybe early July. But even then, it will have been eight months since our kids were last on camera. It’s a real challenge, especially the girls, they really grow quickly. It sometimes creates a necessary turnover of our school children because there’s such a big gap in filming. If for example, we jump ahead five or six months to the first episode in Season 5 then it naturally explains that growth. But if it’s supposed to be the next week in the timeline of the storytelling then you’re kind of hosed because the kids grow up and develop so quickly. So that’s why there’s so much turnover on the show.
TTVJ: Are there plans to keep both of those guys around next season?
BB: We would love too. We had a really good response to Paul Greene and Niall Matter’s characters so there’s really no reason not to. We’re going to have a new doctor in town, which is kind of cool to add that. It gives our writers an outlet for storytelling; it gives them more flexibility so yeah, we are definitely hoping to. Nothing is official yet but we are definitely hoping to.
TTVJ: I love what you did with Abigail’s character this season. It was great to see her take on a leadership role in town and really succeed at it. Was it your intention to really focus on how special these women of Hope Valley are? Are you hoping to continue to focus on that in future seasons?
BB: Yeah absolutely. I think that as a show evolves and matures, you find your voice and what the show is supposed to be. But now that we have and we realize that the audience prefers the stories that revolve around the town, now we’re sort of hitting our stride. That theme of strong women, and never bet against a strong woman, is powerful and I think for our audience it’s a really encouraging and positive thing for us to be hitting on as a theme. We want to encourage our Heartie audience to be fearless. You have to be in this world, it’s a scary world. We’re saying something that we need to learn today, but we’re projecting it on another time. That’s why I think a lot of themes in the show still resonate with people now. We’re not just fascinated with history, we’re fascinated in those themes that resonate throughout history but are still very appropriate for people today.
TTVJ: Abigail’s romantic life kind of fell to the back burner this season. Will there be more focus on that next season?
BB: I think so. Part of the balancing act for a show, because there are so many characters, it has definitely evolved into a real ensemble show. Yes it’s a romance, but you can only service that so much without getting to some real hard heart issues. And romance is an aspect of a lot of our lives, but it’s not the predominate one, so I think that we are definitely going to want to take Abigail and Frank to another level next year. But I also love that there is a bit of ambiguity in the show with regard to the men that have had a thing for Abigail. Whether it’s Henry Gowan or Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) and now Pastor Frank (Mark Humphrey).
TTVJ: What about Abigail and Gowan? They have possibly the most interesting relationship on the show. You can never really tell if it’s going to evolve into a really good friendship or something romantic. A relationship between the two of them would be the ultimate story of forgiveness and redemption, but that would be a lot for her to forgive.
BB: It would but Pastor Frank was a bad guy at one time too. So in this world sometimes extremes can come together. I mean, I’m not suggesting for a second that Abigail and Gowan will hook up in the future. I don’t know, we haven’t gone there yet. It’s a possibility but I would never spill that for anybody. But I love what they have together. Their dynamic really show another side to both their characters and it was fantastic.
TTVJ: I have to say what you did with Lee (Kavan Smith) and Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) really was exceptional and they stole the show on so many occasions, especially in that finale. Lee had me crying several times.
BB: It was fun. They’re Ricky and Lucy on our show. They have been there for mostly comic relief and yet, there’s a lot of pathos there too when we learn more about them. In the episode where Jack left, I loved to see how deeply that affected everyone, including Lee and Rosemary. And in this finale episode it was another speed from Kavan Smith that was fantastic. These are all really fine actors and sometimes you can kind of paint people as only comedy relief and you don’t realize what other chops they bring to the table. I though it was a beautiful scene for Lee. He wasn’t blubbering but you could see how deeply emotional that regret was for his little brother Patrick. I love how they’ve evolved. So many people have gone from seeing Rosemary as the dragon lady to almost becoming one of their favorite characters on the show and that’s really gratifying.
TTVJ: It was really nice too to see Rosemary change this season. She’s always been so self-absorbed but it was nice to see her finally thinking of others for once.
BB: Right, and we’ll never completely lose that self-absorption because that’s the premise of the character and that’s where we get that humor. But when she does have those moments of humanity where she is thinking of others and is sort of forced outside herself it’s deeply beautiful, so we will continue to do that.
TTVJ: I know the Hearties are hoping to see them talk about having a family. Is this in the cards for the Coulters near future?
BB: Of course, but there a billion things to do with a show so it’s a bit of a balancing act to figure out what to do when and how to balance it out with what we need to do with the other characters. I won’t confirm or deny that will happen, but it would certainly be a lot of fun to watch Rosemary stumble her way through pregnancy and child rearing.
TTVJ: Finally Jack and Elizabeth went through quite a journey this season. Let’s talk about that proposal first. What did you think of how that all played out? Is that how you hoped it would always be?
BB: Yeah, it’s everything we’ve ever hoped it would be. We knew that we had to do it. We knew that this was the next point in the evolution for this couple, but we also wanted to make it bittersweet if we could. The drama of them getting engaged on the eve of him having to leave on this dangerous assignment to me is incredible. If you go back and look at the Janette Oke books that we have loosely based the show on, there are whole periods of time where Elizabeth is alone and he’s off fighting in WWI. That’s in the books. So there’s a precedent for what we did here. But we loved the idea of absence making the heart grow fonder, so that’s why we chose to do this.
It threw a lot of Hearties. I can’t deny that, but I think shows like this have to create longing and hunger for the audience because they are vicariously living through these characters. At least if you’re doing it right, if you’re not doing it right they won’t. So I thought the proposal was fantastic and I think that that episode was probably a high point for the series. I think it was probably the best episode we have ever done and I hope we can continue to top it. It really was a grand episode and it really came together in such a wonderful way.
TTVJ: Did you expect the fans to react as passionately as they have to Jack leaving?
BB: Oh yeah, there’s no way for us not to have expected that. We know how much people have invested in their relationship. But what I think is important for a show like this is that we test the audience. That we do things to cause the audience to have to go deeper themselves and not just be there for the eye candy. I’m not crazy for our audience only being gaga for these two characters, but there’s a balancing act too. That is a good thing for a show but if that’s all it is then we are not doing a very good show. If we can’t get people emotional responses to our other storylines then we are just a one trick pony in my book. So we don’t want that. We don’t want everyone to be so infatuated with Jack and Elizabeth that they miss out on everything else or that they’re not caring about everyone else. So we are trying to take the show a little broader to try and get a deeper story to this town. So everything was calculated. We knew Jack’s absence for four episodes would be a challenge for people and we never promised that he would be back this season. Some people thought that we did, but we never promised a timeline. All I’m going to say about the future now that Season 5 is a go is that everything is gonna be OK. People have to trust us.
TTVJ: Will you say if Daniel Lissing is going to be back next season?
BB: I’m not going to say that because what other show would ever give that away?
TTVJ: The only trouble you guys are going to have is that it films so far ahead of time and the cast is so active on social media. That it is going to be pretty hard to keep it all a secret.
BB: Well of course likely people are going to be in the loop once we start to have images coming from the set, even if we had a closed set those images seem to slip out. But the best I can say is if anyone wants to jump ship now, it’s a really bad thing to do. There’s so much to look forward to. What I want to say to those people that are being so passionate now is ‘Awesome! Be passionate about the show, but don’t be one dimensional about it. Be passionate about the show for all the cylinders it fires on, not just because of one coupling that you are infatuated by.’ I love that they are so invested, that’s awesome, but I want them to be invested in the whole picture, not just a portion of the picture.
TTVJ: Did you consider having that red serge appear on the horizon in the last few seconds on the show, even to just appease the fans? I known that would have made a lot of people feel a lot better about him not being there for so long.
BB: I’ll tell you, yes and we shot it that way. But as we got down to brass tax on this we realized that we have dropped bombs on people at season’s end every season and we just decided let’s just have a happy ending for this season. I mean, we were feeling fairly good about the possibility of a Season 5 when we made that decision and that wasn’t a decision we made on our own. Hallmark is deeply involved in all of those decisions, especially with something as big as a cliffhanger moment in an episode, so that changed and we decided to give people a happy and emotional and satisfying ending. And there’s still a cliffhanger there, she still longs for him, but I also felt like the way we ended it with the adoption, that was a big moment and to try and top that with a cliffhanger just wasn’t the thing to do this season.
I liked the fact that a lot of people were waiting to see a glimpse of that red serge jacket because that was very predictable. So I think that by not doing that we become unpredictable, and I would rather be unpredictable. You don’t want the audience to know what’s coming next. That’s horrible TV. I think people have realized how much they love the show in other ways too after they have sort of blown off some steam. That’s what I have been seeing with the reactions. I get that we can’t please everyone at the same time, but really if we were, it would probably mean that we were being too predictable about things.
TTVJ: I know these are very early days in planning for Season 5, but can you hint as to what you might have planned?
BB: No, because literally the announcement was yesterday, but I will say generally speaking that if people loved what we did this season they are going to love what we will continue to be doing. The big advice that I can give is something that I remember from 30 years ago and it’s EGBOK. Everything is going to be OK. That’s about the best advice I can give for Season 5.
TTVJ: Do you know yet what the plan is for next season? Christmas movie? Number of episodes?
BB: It’s still to be determined whether or not we start with a Christmas movie or a holiday movie of some type. That has been a little bit in the conversation, but no decision has been made. I can imagine that the odds are good and we will have as many hours as we have for the season just from a practical standpoint. It was a really successful season in the ratings, so why mess with what’s working?
What did you think of this season? Was it your favourite one yet? Were you disappointed to see Jack gone for so many episodes and not return in the finale? What are you hoping to see next season? Drop a few words in the comments section below and let us know what you’re thinking.
When Calls The Heart airs on Hallmark Channel and will return for Season 5 in 2018.
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Christy Spratlin
Christy is a self proclaimed and proud TV Junkie. Her love for TV began at an early age with shows like Degrassi, Alias, ER, Buffy, The X-Files & Friends. You can now find her watching, ok obsessing over, shows like When Calls The Heart, Saving Hope, Arrow, Outlander, Grey's Anatomy and many many others. You can catch Christy on Twitter at @ChristySpratlin where she will likely be live tweeting her favorite shows and talking about everything TV.
I can appreciate Mr. Bird’s comments about Jack and Elizabeth; however, they are BOTH key players in this show and have been from the beginning. The chemistry between those two is really phenomenal and provides strong foundation to the show. I agree that we as viewers need to be invested in the other storylines but his absence on the four shows was really obvious and quite honestly distracting. I agree they don’t always need to be lovey dovey and I agree they are their own individual characters, but work around that and give them their own storylines at some level. I think it would have been interesting to watch Daniel Lissing do some action scenes when he went off and from what I have read, I think he would have enjoyed that type of storyline where he was fighting the good fight. All I can say is his absence was greatly missed. On another note I have always felt that Abigail and Gowan would make an interesting couple and hopefully it will go off in that direction. There is definitely something there that I think should be explored.
I agree. I’m fine with them not bringing him back to Hope Valley, but it would have been nice to see some character development in him as well. Watching him grow as a leader and make a name for himself (even more) fighting the good fight would have been a fun storyline to follow.
I THINK THIS IS WELL SAID SUSANNE .WAS HIGHLY ENTERTAINED WITH THE JESSE AND CLARA STORY BUT IT JUST SORT OF FIZZLED i UNDERSTAND THERE WAS DISTRUST AND CONFLICT AND HE NEEDED TO REGAIN HER FAVOR. BUT IT TAKES PEOPLE AN UNREALISTIC ETERNITY ON THIS SHOW TO OBTAIN THAT GRACE. TWO YEARS FOR ELIZABETH TO PROVE TO JACK THAT SHE BELONGED IN HOPE VALLEY AND DIDN’T ENCOURAGE CHARLES. WOULD LOVE TO SEE TOM AND JULIE, LEES MANAGER AND MISS YOST FRANK WAS HARDLY VISIBLE IN THIS SEASON.I would love to see the young miner family that Jack aided,the ladies who remain widows find happiness IT appears there are just too many characters to find time for them all If a story is picked and consistently produced’ this is an audience that seems eager to go along with new romances ,for heavens sake marry Jack and Elizabeth off AND CONCENTRATE ON OTHERS.
I love WCTH I think it is a great show you keep up the good work!! ( you can’t pls everyone) I will be glad to see Monty Jack come back tho! Elizabeth is so sad without him! I think Abigail and Frank make an adorable couple!!!
I agree without jack, there is no show!!!!
Is Jack coming back???? Won’t watch without him!
Loved Season 4 and can’t wait for season 5. Would love to see Jack
and Elizabeth get married. Hope they folliow the books and have many more seasons.
I was very upset that they left Jacj oyt for so long. To me that was not a happy ending.I love WCTH, and have watched since day one and will continue to watch..Ithink! The romance between Jack and Elizabeth is what drew me in to start with. We waited all that time for a proposal then they took him away. I felt very cheated.
Agreed! I just happened on WCTH on Netflix and have watched Seasons 1-3 over and over for Jack and Elizabeth’s romance. Then I find out Season 4 is in progress, couldn’t wait for Sunday night only to be disappointed I’d missed the engagement and haven’t seen Jack yet. Now I find out I have to wait until February-March 2018 for Season 4 to be on Netflix and finally get to see the engagement!!!
I loved S4…the story lines…the emotions the characters pulled out of us…the proposal…the adoption…the redemption…the justice…the new characters in HV. It was just the best season yet. Bravo to all involved in WCTH. Hoping to have a Christmas or Holiday movie prior to S5’s start. Best thing on TV hands down.
I hope to see Jack return in season 5, but it will be okay if he doesn’t. I am happy to see Paul Greene and Niall Matter join WCTH. Hope Valley needed a doctor and now they have one. Faith needed a good man of her own and hopefully now she has one. I just look forward to more of the wonderful stories coming from Hope Valley. I have to say, Elizabeth is my favorite character. If Jack doesn’t come back, I still want her to have a full life with a loving husband and children of her own. Carson Shepherd and Elizabeth would make a good couple. I love WCTH and just look forward to many more seasons.
Agree
I absolutely loved every minute of S4. It was difficult not seeing Jack in Hope Valley and seeing Elizabeth’s pain, but that is a reality that military families live with every day. One of the things I love most about WCTH is the authenticity of the storyline. The costumes, makeup, and hairstyles are secondary to me…it’s the STORY that brings me back…just like reading a good book…you never want to turn that last page. Congratulations to everyone involved in the making of WCTH for a wonderful S4 and I am excited about what happens in S5 when we turn the next page!!!!
I love this article. Although they may not like it, Elizabeth and Jack and their story are what have made me love this show! 🙂 I do love so many other characters also, just can’t wait for Jack to be back, he just has to be!
Also, I love that Abigail finds the good in everyone and that she’s kind to Gowen through it all. But, please please don’t put them together, that is an awful thought.
Love this show so much, thanks for sharing this interview! 😊
I agree concerning Abigail & Henry. I want to see him back & to find love but not with her!
Our family was very disappointed that Jack wasn’t even shown at his post. We thought he left to go home to Australia. This is probably the longest courtship in Hope Valley. Elizabeth is a socialite so she was trained to go thru the rituals but we are hoping for a wedding soon. This is the first time all of our family has LOVED and anticipated a TV show. Thank you so much for the best escape to Hope Valley. We only wish it was longer…warm regards
I loved the entire season. As for Jack being absent for the 4 episodes ( especially the finale) made his being at war more realistic.. and will inevitably allow his return to be much more meaningful and emotional. Because until he does return we will not know of his fate. Which allows for a sense of suspense, which I think we are beginning to feel due to Elizabeth’s unease over his well being. The appearance of Carson to the town is also an added delight. I like him as an actor. Seeing him in several Hall Mark movies. I hope Hall Mark can work things out to keep him as a character to the show. I loved that he was able to successfully operate on Cody to allow his embittered sister in law to see that he didn’t purposely allow her sister to die during the surgery he performed on her.
Lee and Rosemary are becoming a very enjoyable couple to watch. Looking forward to season 5 and hopefully many more to come. Love WCTH and looking forward to a release date for season 4 to come out on DVD. Have the first 3 seasons and the original movie that the show was taken from.
I would first off like to thank EVERYONE involved with When Calls the Heart for one of the best seasons Ever! I will admit that I was disappointed not to see that red serge jacket emerge from the horizon but I also feel like Brian Bird said in the interview it gave us a chance to focus on the other actors and actresses and to see what they had to offer!I really enjoyed seeing how strong and powerful Abigail is. It’s going to be interesting to see Abigail balance the cafe,being mayor and being a mother plus hopefully a stronger relationship emerging between her and pastor Frank in season 5! I also loved how emotional and the many different sides of Rosemary. She even made me shed a few tears. I also loved the addition of Paul Green. He’s another one of my favorite actors. I love the prospect of them keeping him on as a doctor. That also would be interesting in seeing how that develops! I’m just a very,very big fan Of the show all the way around and of course I would love to see Jack and Elizabeth’s relationship get stronger and if we could see a few glimpses of that red serge jacket I wouldn’t complain! Love you all!
I love WCTH!! As a retired teacher, I have enjoyed & appreciated the school scenes especially dealing with bullying & new students & the challenges of supplies!!
I do hope Jack will return & they will be married!
I also have appreciated the strong women during an era in history when women were expected to be weak.
My favorite part of all is the faith in God demonstrated by this town!!!!
I love the entire show… but there is no denying that Jack and Elizabeth are at the top of my fav’s. I understand what they were trying to do… but I think 4 episodes with only one letter took it too far. If you had more episodes per season that would have been one thing. I also thought we would at least see some scenes with Jack up North fighting the good fight. Some other Mountie coming through town saying how much Jack loved and talked about Elizabeth sadly wasn’t enough. I also hoped to see a glimpse of his Red Serge in the last few minutes of the last episode was sadly too much to hope for. I know they don’t want Jack and Elizabeth to be the center of the show… but in so many ways they are… by the nature of Jack being the Mountie in town… he touches everyone’s life. And the two are part of an ensemble that is off balance when a part of it is missing. Anyway… I keep watching and love the characters… but missing Jack is hard to deal with. Please bring him back soon… as it is we have to wait til next year. Bottom line it is a great show and I love that you do not hesitate to bring God into the story. Thank You
PS Mr. Bird… Jack (Daniel Lissing) is not just eye candy… even though he is 🙂 his character is strong, caring, supportive, patriotic, a role model to the young in town, a philanthropist (giving his reward to the town to build the Church/school), honest, a friend to many, brave, loyal and yes loving. If he were just eye candy it wouldn’t be enough… he is much more then that.
I agree
I agree. Jack and Elizabeth are the reasons I love this show!
Love the show ,however disappointed that Jack and Elizabeth got engaged and then 4eposides and no Jack .Love Paul Greene and hoping he will stay on the series ,not interested in seeing Gowan and Abigail together ,love the live ,however very disappointed in finale
I really think the writers did an amazing job for S4. I hope the topics continue and new ones with Elizabeth and Jack will start. I so hope we have some kind of news with Jack.
I would love it if Jacks great leadership hits all the papers and the thatchers are all so proud of him now Now they feel he’s accepted F
I absolutely love this show and admittedly have been somewhat surprised by my devotion to it. I am also a retired kindergarten teacher and genealogy is big in my life. That being said, I want to address comments I have read telling people to “get a life” and “it’s only a TV show.” None of us ever really know what someone else is going through. I have had an advanced case of colon cancer, and during my chemo all I wanted to do was watch drama movies. I don’t know why, it just became a mission for me. Now that I am praying that the cancer is in remission for a while, I want to watch this show. It’s not just about Jack and Elizabeth for me, my other favorites would have to be Lee, Rosemary and definitely Elizabeth’s little sister, cracks me up! This show (as well as Mr. Bird’s weekly comments which I swear I feel like I’m listening to a sermonette and am so grateful for them), has become something I look forward to seeing and it’s not my life, but it’s a big part of it just now. I would suggest that we as Hearties lift each other up and not concentrate on the negative. If you really feel you can’t wait so long for its return, why not rewatch all the seasons but limit yourself to one per week? That way it’s set up as a show like it normally would be on. You can have your popcorn, your family, your knitting (that would be me), or whatever you enjoy the most. Please no more guilt shaming about the love for this show, and please PLEASE Mr. Bird, keep up with your comments. They mean the world to me. Thank you and God bless.
SARAH LOVED YOUR COMMENTS, I HAVE BEEN ON THE RECEIVING END OF SOME OF THE MEANER COMMENTS INCLUDING BEING TOLD I WAS A WHINY PANTS AND NEGATIVE AND I SHOULD JUST STOP WATCHING. MY HUSBAND HAS STAGE 4 COLON CANCER WITH LIVER METS HE MADE FUN OF ME INITIALLY FOR WATCHING WCTH BUT NOW HE WOULDN’T MISS AN EPISODE ALSO LOVES DRAMAS INCLUDING THE HALLMARK MOVIES GO FIGURE. EVEN AFTER PEOPLE WERE AWARE THAT THIS WAS HIS DIAGNOSIS MEAN COMMENTS CONTINUED YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT THAT WE NEVER KNOW WHAT SOMEONE ELSE IS GOING THRU. WE HAD JUST EXPRESSED FRUSTRATION BECAUSE THE STORY LINE WAS SLO.AS I SAID SOME OF US PROBABLY DON.T HAVE 20 SEASONS TO WATCH THIS MARVELOUS SHOW
Great job all the way around! Loved every story line. Longing for Jack as we long with Elizabeth.
By far the best show on TV today. Loved the interview and all Brian’s words. Loved hearing they had thought about the sight of Jack on the horizon and desided against. I love every aspect of this show, have since day one and yes, I love the E&J story line, this season’s been strong for so many reasons. I can only hope that our writers who in my eyes have not let us down yet, will continue to rock our world. For this #heartie if it takes a little longer for the red surge to come over the horizon that’s realistic and goes along with the story line “indefinite posting” I truly think when they do come back together it will be one of the best episodes, and I hope the writers explore that Jack may have some horrors he’s seen and may have hope will address that and Elizabeth will be his rock as he’s been for her. My biggest request, I like many would love to see a few more episodes in a season, I think the growth in the ratings the involvement of the fans, support and exciting things happening in our wonderful show desires that. 10 episodes is not enough and would allow even more involved episodes as Brian says is the back bone of the series. If a show like Flip or Flop can get 20 episode renewal, don t think it’s unseasonably to kindly ask for maybe a 15 episode season, the fans will be there and #hearties haven’t failed them yet, don’t think we never could. I am and always will be a fan and a #heartie. Thank you Hallmark, for this cast, writers,producer’s,directors and everyone behind the scenes. This is an Emmy award worthy show, hope that we’ll also see that deserved recongntion soon.
I have really loved the show. But I don’t see how anyone could think the other characters haven’t had their share of screen time. S3 & S4 has been all about Abigail and Cody, Abigail and Gowen, Abigail and Bill, Abigail and Frank, Abigail and Ray Wyatt, etc. Which I thoroughly enjoyed. Rosemary and Lee have had PLENTY of story lines. After watching S4, I went back and watched S3 and Jack and Elizabeth were actually only on a few random seconds most episodes. The same thing the first few of S4.
The Social media sites sprung up because of Jack and Elizabeth. That’s where I get most of my J/E enjoyment. The fans LOVE them. They have touched our hearts so deeply and so profoundly.
Season 4 has become almost the Love Boat, where most of the main cast takes a back seat to the guest stars. I still have loved it though. But not having Jack be on the show has been unbearable. I can’t help how I feel. Dan Lissing is the most appealing actor to come along in many decades. I did like Paul Greene, but now I feel he has been brought in to replace Dan. It gives me a feeling like seeing a mother bring a new man into the home before the father is gone. Feels unseemly. I get the STRONG WOMAN thing. But honestly, I’m 57 and over the “I am woman hear me roar stuff” I didn’t like having E’s character not letting Jack help her in her new house. Rejecting his suggestions on her stories. Not letting him accompany her to confront the mean teacher that wrote lies about her. Please don’t emasculate the wonderful men of Hope Valley.. I’ve seen too much of it in real life. I really do appreciate all the hard work that has gone into this show. I just pray Jack and Elizabeth can have their life together, but It’s really not up to me. Sorry if I offended anyone. Many blessings to all of you.
I agree with this, too!
P.S. one more thing and I’ll let go and Let God. I’m so glad Bonanza didn’t punish Little Joe for being so loved and Friends didn’t drop Rachel for rising to the top and very glad RCA didn’t tell Elvis to take a hike for awhile. No matter what, Ill keep watching for Erin and Lori’s sake and a couple others. With all of my angst, WCTH is the only quality show worth watching.
I love WCTH as all Hearties do. I am simply amazed at how many new members have joined recently. I agree I really missed Jack’s presence the last four episodes. Somehow, I felt from the very first movie and then first episode of Season One, this series was basically about a teacher and a mountie. Yes, I have enjoyed the other characters, although Rosemary still gets on my nerves from time to time. Pascale does a wonderful job portraying that character. So looking forward to Daniel Lissing returning as Jack for Season 5. I have DVD’s of each season to date plus owning all four seasons on Amazon so I do a lot of re-watching the episodes although I am guilty of fast forwarding to scenes of Jack and Elizabeth often. Thank you and keep up the good work.
I would be interested in another (believable) couple being introduced in Season 5 (maybe a young couple from Elizabeth’s classroom?) – where the actors have real chemistry together, similar to Jack & Elizabeth. Once (or if) they get married, there is going to have to be another couple to keep the audience engaged for a few more seasons (because we can’t forget that Hallmark’s trademark is to end a movie right after the main characters’ wedding), or else they might as well start folding up their tents now. As it is right now, the other couples on the show have almost been forced on the viewers; their relationships seem superficial, and they are lacking the connection that Jack & Elizabeth convey on the screen. It’s possible that there are too many storylines now, therefore not giving the characters enough time onscreen to develop their relationships, whereas the main couple had the entire first season almost exclusively to develop their relationship. I have faith that they can still turn it around (after the lackluster finale), and make Season 5 even better than Season 4.
I would have to agree with Sarah, we don’t need to focus negativity because there is so much to look forward to in the 5th season! Like what other people are saying I hope that you show some glances of jack fighting up in the north, I think that would ease everyone until he came back for good and started his new life with Elizabeth. I would love to see them get married but also other people’s relationships grow. I would like to see where some of the new characters fit in and how there relationships blossom. Abagail is such a strong woman owning a cafe, being the mayor, and finally becoming the Mom of the most wounderful children in the world. Hopefully Elizabeth can keep headstrong and believe that jack will be ok and be back soon! Season 4 was by far the best season ever thank you so much for this wounderful show that has changed my perspective on things in life. Overall this show is the best and can’t wait for more seasons!!
I heard someone mention, on the fan site, that it would be cute to have Gabe come back. Perhaps he could return as a rookie mountie. It would also be nice if he started courting his classroom crush. After all, he did say that he would marry her someday.
I really enjoyed this season, however I too wish they had shown Jack off fighting the good fight. Other storylines were very enjoyable but the show really is so popular because of Jack & Elizabeth’s relationship, and to not get to see him growing and to completely cut him out for 4 episodes was disappointing. That said, I look forward to seeing what season 5 holds. Kudos to all the cast and crew on an amazing job!
While I understand the reasoning and Mr. Bird’s desire to not be “predictable”, it was VERY predictable for a tv show to keep the star couple to be together and then apart. Anything to stall them. Case in point is the proposal after 4 yrs and now, just wait, there will be something to hold off the wedding…like Jack being away! Once he is back, they will likely stall with a problem like Jack and Elizabeth trying to find their footing after so long apart, or he will have PTSD. Something! Typical tv! The writers made them the star couple and whether they like it or, they are who brought the audience and kept them around. They know that, which is why they held off their engagement for so long. And, I’d like to add kudos to the show and all involved for the great writing. Wish they showed Jack evolve into a leader. I also think its a bit scary how many fans do not like to hear opposing opinions of the show. We are consumers of the show and have every right to our opinion. Didn’t the show teach anyone about democracy? There was an episode on that! Lol
Something keeps telling me Lissing will be replaced by a new Jack….Erin indicated Dan had a big head. LOL
But like more “cow bell” the world and WCTH needs far more Erin Krakow and what she does so well.
I have never seen an actress do her job so well but at the same time be such a positive role model for others of all ages. I hope Erin understand the gift from God she has been granted and that she always uses her career in ways that continue to help heal and inspire hearts. I wish I could give her a big long hug because she is such a blessing in the lives of thousands.
I would like several more hours per season of WCTH but less story lines that revolve so much around kids. More J&E romance and humor. More of Jacks art, poetry, Latin and teaching E more about country living.
I agree about Erin. She is amazing. I was really disappointed with Hallmark insisting on changing her personality and her relationship with her Father in season two. It is one thing to deter from the books but quite another to revert from your own writing. They spent the entire season laying the groundwork of that beautiful relationship then expected the fans to be too stupid to notice that they ruined it. Jack carried THAT season. But Erin persevered even with the flack it created for her and used her skills to totally win us critics back. This is her story. Jack is her love interest but it is about Elizabeth and the kids. And I cannot think of anyone better for a teacher. So she will be fine if she has to go it alone. She has always teased that Dan has “a big head” so I would not read too much in to that. But I am hoping too, that Dan will stay at least one more year.
We love this show and look forward to season 5 (and beyond!). I too am hoping that Jack returns and that he and Elizabeth get married! Hopefully the series will continue for many seasons ahead. It is a rich and interesting drama and keep viewers connected and involved!
I am shocked that some say it’s ok if Jack does not come back. The premise of the story began with an up town girl braving the frontier, obviously to find someone that would counter her up bringing. The are an integral part of the entire community as teacher and constable. Of course I want Jack back with Elizabeth and I hope Daniel wants to continue as Jack. It is an empowering story that can withstand a separation and I think the love J & E built deserves a wedding and a full life where they continue to be important in the community and in the lives of the other residents of HV. Even in real life we see one or two phenomenal live stories and we live that they are in our midst, helping us work on our own lives. I’ve been true to WCTH since day 1 and I will continue to live it, cry with it and about it and also wanting this love story to culminate with a wedding, children and longevity in their relationship. This does not mean that they are the only storyline, they were just the beginning of all that’s yet to come! Ok. I’m going to step down from my soap box! Love them all!
Jack and Elizabeth must get married! Very disappointed Jack was off the show for 4 shows. It is just not the same without him. Please bring Jack back!!!!!
While I thoroughly enjoyed this season, I was very disappointed to see Jack leave and not come back for 4 episodes. Have watched this show from day one, and while I’m enjoying other story lines, my favorite by far is still Jack and Elizabeth. Have been a true Heartie from the beginning and nothing will change that. Hoping for many many more seasons!!!
My only suggestion, teach Bill how to ride a horse.
I decided early on that Rosemary must have been the town prostitute. How else could she have been better dressed than any other female in town, with absolutely no visable means of support!
I am a #ForeverHeartie Whatever they give us I will love because this is my favorite drama show on TV. I love it so much! It’s a marvelous ensemble of outstanding actors, including the kids! Three who should never be replaced are Carter Evancic, Aly Skobve, and little Ava Cooper who is so darned adorable as Opal! Hallmark gives us 100 percent quality series and movies! I love Good Witch and Chesapeake Shores too and sorely miss Cedar Cove!
Love the show and am very happy for a Season 5. My favorite season is Season 3 because Jack and Elizabeth were in every episode. We are invested in all the characters but Elizabeth and Jack are special. If you had only thrown us a crumb like a glimpse of him writing the letter he sent Elizabeth would have been sufficient.
I just love everything about this show. The wholesome entertainment, the purity, the sincere realness of the characters, the drama… I cry with almost every episode. Kudos to the writers, directors and amazing actors! I did miss Jack horribly. I too would have at least like to have seen him in a battle scene and writing Elizabeth a letter. Can’t wait for season 5!
From the very first season WCTH has been about Jack and Elizabeth. The writers did that. Erin said the finale would be Epic. It wasn’t that at all. It was a great episode Brian says it will be Ok watch the horizon for the red surge jacket. Neither one of them said Jack would be back this season but they implied it. It was all said for ratings. I think they unestimated how the hearties would react to having four episodes without Jack. Now they won’t say if Daniel Lissing/Jack will be back. Shame on hallmark. I have never heard so many negative comments of a season finale. My question is why all the secret?
My wife and I love the show and wouldn’t have changed a thing. Excellent acting, a spiritual dimension, romantic tension, well written and in a class of its own in the genre. Would love to see continued evidence of the spiritual dimension of their lives. Clearly prayer would have been an integral part of what kept the town together. The only drawback to the show is that we have to wait so long to see it again. Sounds like there are no plans to run it September through May but we would love it if that were to happen. Thank you for this most enjoyable show.
I agree with you. My husband & I love the show. I miss Jack being in the finale but then look at the way it ended; Carson having to perform surgery on Cody, Lee & his past about losing his little brother, Henry showing compassion for Cody’s condition, & everything else. It was truly an amazing season finale.
I love this period drama with its emphasis on Christian character. I especially enjoy Brian Bird’s words of wisdom, unique perspective as a writer and producer and his life’s investment in WCTH. Thank you, Papa Heartie! I learned to tweet just for WCTH and I have proudly been a twitter jailbird almost every episode since! I learned to tweet just for WCTH! I admit to being stunned and disappointed to not see our dear red serge in the final episode, but I am a hardy Heartie and trust our writers and producers to bring Jack home eventually. I do hope they take advantage of the opportunity to show Jack up North as a hero with good character–because I trust those writers to make our wait for Jack’s homecoming to be worthwhile!!!! Thanks to all involved with this quality show.
I’m following the story lines, but stopped watching the show when Jack left. Daniel Lissing’s performance in December Bride was the reason I started watching the WCH. This is a great show with a wholesome story line, but loses its momentum.
I just found this series through Netflix recently. I binge watched within a couple of days. I was mad when I realized that the main character didn’t show up for almost half the season and may not return. I feel like I’ve wasted time and emotions caring for these characters. I will absolutely stop watching the show if Jack is killed off or replaced by another actor. I know he is just an actor but I can’t make this adjustment . Besides the main characters, Abigale is fine but not enough to draw me to watch the show. Rosemary was super annoying at first, got better but still not likable or believable. I don’t think Jack/Elizabeth are eye candy only to the views. I think their relationship was written very well and the viewers really like them as a couple. The only scenario I can think of why this is happening is that Dan Lissing is trying to negotiate more money and the show is testing the viewer’s reactions. I hope it’s clear what they need to do at this point.
I love this show so much. I will not stop watching no matter what. I am personally more interested in some of the other characters than I am in Jack and Elizabeth. Don’t get me wrong….I love them but Lee and Rosemary kill me. Love Bill but he needs a love interest that is not Abigail. And the evolution of Gowan has been my favorite this season. All the hearties in my house, which includes two hip teenagers, think Gowan and Abigail deserve a shot at love. There’s definitely a chemistry there. Wouldn’t it be great to show our younger crowd that you CAN change and you CAN turn over a new leaf. And that people can be forgiving of others. How fun would it be to watch grouchy Gowan become a sweet member of society and learn to love abigail and Cody. He might smile more. Just our thoughts. But we love the show. Thank you for making a show we can watch together.
I understand what was said but I have to say disappointment was all I felt is season 4. Jack (Daniel) and Elizabeth (Erin) are the show without them the show would not have made it out of season 1. I love the show and watch one or two episodes everyday. But I have to say other than My Heart Will Go On. I would not watch season 4 again.
Say what you will but if Jack (Daniel) and only Daniel does not emerge early in season 5 it will be lights out for the show. Jack and Elizabeth are the show. Know matter what they try to make you think it feel.
Better try harder season 5 if you want the high ratings to continue. And yes I do feel like we was lead to think Jack would be back in season 4 by you simply saying continue to watch to see what happens on there walk.
Just a way to keep you watching for ratings.
So disappointed on so many levels.
I love WCTH. My entire family is hooked and we love all the different story lines.
We have 2 questions though. With the train line coming through Hope Valley, will the town also step up and grow with it, in getting phone and maybe later electricity?
Also, why isn’t there more ethnic diversity? I’ve seen a couple of people of color in the backgrounds, but I don’t think they even have lines.
Looking forward to season 5
As a retired vet and served in hostile environments, I would like to see Jack come back to Hope Valley with a hero’s welcome .(the real Jack) I hate when a character is replaced by another actor, this detracts from the story.
Also, I’m so glad that there’s mention of GOD, prayer, and faith. We need this more so now in our daily lives.
I liked season 4 but like so many Hearties have mentioned, I want to see Jack and Elizabeth married as well. With this being said, I like to see Elizabeth’s family come to Hope Valley to see their wedding also to see how people in Hope Valley lives.
I’m anxiously awaiting for season 5. If all possible make WCTH a longer series. We need more shows like this.
Keep up the great work. May God continue to bless everyone that has a role in WCTH
The writers are doing their job, Mr. Bird, because, as much as I love Elizabeth and Jack, as an older viewer, I am more more drawn to Abigail and Frank and hope to see more time devoted to their growing together.
Thinking a friendship between Abigail and Henry in the governing and growing Hope Valley would be a course for his redemption before any romance for him. Henry has a road to travel – learning to love himself so that his change is real – before he can love someone else. Maybe the railroad will send a new woman to HV! Like one of the ladies from Cedar Cove!!
Hoping Paul Green will return as doctor.
So many possibilities! So many wonderful characters and awesome actors!!
Congratulations to all involved ❣️❤️️❣️
Yes, it was the best season so far! It was fantastic! I loved seeing Jack and Elizabeth’s relationship grow, and the proposal was amazing! Jack leaving was done so beautifully. I was hoping to see him return before the season ended, but after reading Brian’s explanation made be understand why he didn’t. The other characters have all evolved too. Lee and Rosemary are wonderful. I hated her at first and wished you would take her off the show. 🙂 But those two are so funny. I really enjoy them. So many fantastic characters! I just love the show and will be waiting right here for their return. Thanks for such wonderful TV. God bless.
Dear Mr. Bird
I was wondering about what you said “When there was still a cliffhanger there and she still longs for him.” Did Elizabeth not say that she would wait an eternity for him, and of course yes, very eagerly when Jack proposed, and put the engagement ring on her finger. She also said to Jack , I love you to. These words that she said seems to be genuine and a real commitment to Jack. At this point she does not even know the fate of Jack and of course is waiting for his safe return. She also wrote “love is patient” to be given to Jack by the Mountie that came to Hope Valley. Remember, Elizabeth is portrayed as a woman of integrity that can be trusted and does not go back on her word. If she is going to be depicted in future episodes of Season 5 as someone who is growing impatient for Jack’s return, and looking for male companionship, or giving in to the advances of a male, than her words are meaningless and hypocritical to what she said in Season 4 Episode 6. This would be a contradiction to her character and how she has been portrayed through all the season’s of “When Calls the Heart”. So after all of this being said, I ask you Mr. Bird what did you mean by saying “There is still a cliffhanger there, and she still longs for him”.
I truly love When calls the Heart, it is a breath of fresh air compared to all the other shows. The characters are great and I enjoy all of the storylines, not just Jack and Elizabeth’s, and I am sure the Hearties feel the same way. But I think you would agree that the vast majority of the Hearties want to see Jack and Elizabeth’s love grow deeper for each other and lead to their marriage. This does not mean that there will be no bumps along the way, but that their relationship will go in a positive direction. Please, bring Jack back alive and well for season 5. Think how “When calls the Heart” amazing fifty thousand plus membership would accelerate at even a faster pace.
Mr. Bird I want to thank you, the Directors, Writers, Producers and everyone involved in working so hard to make “When Calls the Heart” such an enjoyable family friendly show.
God Bless!
I understand why Jack was not brought back in season 4 as it gives a more accurate portrayal of what really happens on an emotional level when a loved one goes off to fight the good fight. However, since the show has such a small number of episodes and there is such a long delay between seasons, the absence was keenly felt by many of us who came to love WCTH because of the relationship of Jack and Elizabeth. It is a rare thing when two actors develop such a strong rapport and chemistry, and Daniel and Erin certainly have that in their roles as Jack and Elizabeth. They even clearly exhibit it when they do interviews together for the show. They seem to just have a great time together which is reflected in the ease with which they play their characters. I cannot imagine Daniel being replaced by anyone else as Jack because it would be quite a stretch to imagine anyone else being able to replace that same level of chemistry with Erin in her role as Elizabeth. There are very few shows that I can think of over the years where two actors seem so perfectly matched in their roles and really draw the viewers into their relationship. The writers have also done a fantastic job from the very beginning writing scripts that made us care about Jack and Elizabeth, both individually and as a couple. Since they have been the main stars, along with Abigail, from the very beginning, it is hard to understand why the producers or anyone else would question or take issue with fans being so invested in this particular relationship. It does not mean we do not enjoy the other characters as well, but for many of us, Jack and Elizabeth are the key focal characters we wish to see the most. Also, the writers have done an excellent job over the years making us care about Jack as an individual. The character is certainly one for all to look up to as a role model – isn’t he just the kind of guy we would all like to pick out for our daughters? God-loving, strong, loyal, helpful, patriotic, brave, caring, supportive, giving. Thus, it really should not have come as any surprise that many WCTH fans have deeply felt the loss of that character, even for a few episodes. It is just a television show, but we all have to assume that the goal of the producers and writers has been to develop a loyal fan base for the show and the show’s main characters. #hearties are very invested in the actors even during the very long off-season. There is even a reunion each year. I think it does a disservice to Daniel Lissing and to the fans of WCTH by distancing Daniel from the show and from his fans as it seems like some fans blame him for disappearing from social media as it relates to WCTH since his character left Hope Valley when it seems very likely that he is currently prohibited for revealing whether or not he will return as Jack for season 5 to keep the suspense going. This seems unfair to him as an actor, especially if it continues for more than 4 or 5 months since his last episode on March 26th.
I agree wholeheartedly. Wonderfully said
also totally agree excellent commentary
Amen!! If the writers wanted to do a story that made the heart grow fonder why didn’t they do that with Lee and Rosemary. She was thinking of leaving for a while but said she would come back. Instead the writers marry them. I also think it was cruel to put the fans thru this loss when they knew it would hurt the hearties and now act upset that the hearties are reacting the way they knew we would. It doesn’t matter how good the actors are if there isn’t hearties
I wish they made Rosemary leave a long time ago. Nothing about this character makes any sense to me. Who believes for a second that she was once engaged to Jack? And why on earth would she stay in HV after Jack rejected her. Also, her initial over the top annoyance is just too hard to overcome. Although she was toned down, I still don’t understand her exsistance. I kept wondering if this actress is married to someone important or something. Julie, on the other hand, is likable and much easier to relate to, yet she hasn’t been in the show.
bonjour
je suis française est j’ai beaucoup aimé cette saison
je suis quand e déçue que avais supprimer JACK à la fin des 4 derniers épisodes
je voudrais qu’il revienne pour se marier avec Elisabeth
ci cela ne devrait pas se produire le suis désolé mais je ne regarderais plus la saison 5
Season 5 of WCTH is by far the best season to date. Every viewer of the wonderful and fulfilling series watches for their own reasons and invests themselves because of that reason. So, everyone’s opinion matters. After reading all the comments it only proves my theory correct. However, I agree with many of those comments that Jack & Elizabeth are my main reason. Everybody has a wish list of what they would like to see. Examples: more kids, more Clara & Jesse, more Molly ect. Remember that with every request, takes away screen time from others. Examples: less Jack, Less Lee, Less Rosemary ect. To many storylines can create a sense of what’s happening with this person or this couple. Although I must admit the writers write each episode with a wonderful flow. Each series has a set of lead actors with a wonderful cast of characters to play off of to create those enchanting stories. Brian Bird states he does want us to be infatuated with one couple and lose sight of everything else. That may be a point but to many storylines can create that same sense of losing sight of all else. I wouldn’t want to see Abigail & Gowan together as a romantic couple. I agree with other comments regarding this issue. Yet, I’m not sold on Pastor Frank either. He’s a great character and does a great job as Pastor but Abigail brings drama, intensity, tenacity, emotions that I frankly don’t find measure up in Pastor Frank. In my mind she needs someone who challenges her, supports her, can show those same qualities that she has. I don’t see that chemistry we all long for between her & Pastor Frank. At least at this point I don’t. I understand the reasons for Jack’s absence but 4 episodes was a little long for one of the leads to be gone. Since I myself have been through it, I didn’t really care to relive it. Even through a TV series. I have to admit also that it was beautifully written and well performed. Paul Green was a good addition and HV does need a Dr. Then again we go back to the aspect of to many storylines. Ever series needs new characters so it comes down to a balancing act of how many is to many. WCTH is series of warm, faith, hope and I’m sure all those ingredients will continue. I could go on but I’ll stop for now. Thanks Hallmark, Producers, cast & crew for all you do to make this my #1 series.
I just started to watch WCTH this season. I thought it to be filled with always needing a tissue. Real life isn’t like that. There are also lots of happy times, for most. I have gone back to watch S 1&2. Some of S 3. It seems like the story of Jack and Elizabeth’s relationship is taking a long time to develop, but since I haven’t read the book, I’m assuming that is what the book is showing.
I have enjoyed watching the development of other stories/ characters, but find myself doing this anyway, even with Jack in the picture. The thing is that Jack’s presence in this community is extremely important to make the storyline work. Something about the ” big and strong” personality. Can’t quite explain it. Daniel Lissing portrays this beautifully, probably because of his real life personality. Just the right amount of acting with this character in every sense ( sense of humor, passion, concern, intelligence, etc), without going over the top.
I hope that S 5 will FINALLY bring Havk and Elizabeth together and some joy, along with the continued development of other characters. I’m very interested in how it goes with Henry Gowan, and love the portrayal of this character by the actor. Another , perhaps overlooked, character so well done!
Hoping for another Christmas show, perhaps with the return of Jack towards the end? To make for a happy holiday in a town do full of sad stories?🙏
FYI – Hallmark is trying to keep this information from you but Dan Lissing is not coming back next season. They have known this for months. I know this info for a fact. 100% true. I wish they wouldn’t deceive their viewers with lies
Dear Truth Seeker,
How do you know for sure that this info is a fact and a 100% true?Tell all of the Hearties where and from whom you received this information? The Hearties all deserve to know all 52K plus of them. I am sure that Daniel Lissing would not leave the show on his own terms. He loves When Calls the Heart too much and seems to enjoy working with all of the actors and actresses. He wants what the Hearties want, Jack and Elizabeth’s marriage. I think that there was a good chance that he was released from Hallmark Channel for something that he said and did, that was considered inappropriate and unprofessional. IF this is truly the case then where is the forgiveness or is this considered the “Unforgiveable Sin.” If you Hearties followed closely and observed what was happening in the last six months, you would see a trend that Hallmark Channel and some of the other” When Calls the Heart” actors, producers, directors and others, displayed a negative attitude towards Daniel and tried to avoid any form of communication with him throughout this time frame. there were also some inappropriate tweets that were mean and degrading towards him. There was one person in particular, that at times was very cruel to him in his presence and the words that was said to him via tweets. Now all of those actions are what you would consider unprofessional BIG TIME! If you ( Some of the WCTH personnel) think the Hearties are going to cool down in their strong desire to see Daniel Lissing return for season 5! (alive and Well) Not in a pine box, then I think you ( Some of the WCTH personnel will be very disappointed. Why not take a survey of all 52K plus Hearties and see how many of them want to see Daniel Lissing leave the show. I think at least 90% of them would want him to stay. Also, I noticed That the final episode of season 4, when there was the cliffhanger with Cody, that there were only 63K Tweets. Wow! The final episode of season 3, when there was the cliffhanger with Jack, there was a whopping 200K Tweets, and if I remember right the west coast had not even begun to tweet. I guess I am missing something here, but as far as I know the tweets of the Hearties for season 3 far exceeded the tweets for season 4. I am not sure about the millions of viewers, but there was probably more in season 3 as well. So why was season 4 considered as the best season ever? I don’t think it could have been especially with Daniel Lissing not being in the final four episodes. Remember the Hearties and the thousands of tweets wanting to know where Jack was and when he was coming back. Don’t forget who has made this show such a huge success. The Faithful HEARTIES!! If Daniel Lissing is coming back next season, then please, accept my sincere apology for Some of the harsh words that I have spoken here. If he is not coming back then Hallmark channel (WCTH) and those involved should have said this upfront. Why was this not done? Were you afraid of starting a riot? Hallmark channel (WCTH) and those involved should be ashamed of themselves, for being deceptive and holding back this information from the Hearties, of whom they have praised so highly!
I did not realize there was a problem with dan, i thought it started well by the end 4 was not as good….if there hearty reunion 3 …and if Daniel is present then i think there going on…
.on Daniel facebook he made a coment Daniel Tweet
Hi #hearties and all who watch When Calls the Heart. Thank you all so much for the beautiful comments on my page and thank you all from the bottom of my heart for supporting me through the years. It doesn’t go unnoticed and it is very much appreciated. This most recent episode was by far my favorite and of course the hardest most emotional episode I’ve shot on the show. I gave it everything for you. Please keep watching to see where the Hope Valley story leads.
Another comment by Erin Krakow said that Dan has big head mention it on home and family I don’t know what that means by that comment.
she would’nt tell if jack will be back.
Now brian said a
All I’m going to say about the future now that Season 5 is a go is that everything is gonna be OK. People have to trust us.
The big advice that I can give is something that I remember from 30 years ago and it’s EGBOK. Everything is going to be OK. That’s about the best advice I can give for Season 5.
Now by his comment yoy would have to say would be back…For some reason
jack does not come back how can he say that every thing will be good