Episode 4 of When Calls the Heart Season 13, titled “Until Proven Guilty,” is scheduled to air on Sunday, January 25, 2026. The episode will premiere on the Hallmark Channel at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) and 7:00 p.m. Central Time (CT). Fans can expect a mix of community celebration and new beginnings, as the official description hints at a birthday party and a fresh business venture. Meanwhile, the season’s ongoing mystery about a dangerous wildfire continues to develop.
Episode 4 Story Details and Title Confirmation
The title of the upcoming episode is “Until Proven Guilty”. The plot centers on two main stories within Hope Valley. Elizabeth Thornton steps in to help Allie Grant plan a surprise birthday party for Oliver. This event promises to bring the town together for a joyful celebration. At the same time, Leland “Lee” Coulter begins exploring a new business opportunity, showing the community’s spirit of growth and enterprise.
This episode continues the storylines established in the first three episodes of the season. The season opened with Elizabeth, Nathan, Allie, and Little Jack returning to Hope Valley after a trip away. A significant plot point has been a wildfire that broke out in the nearby Goldie National Park, with Mountie Nathan Grant and Sheriff Bill Avery actively investigating its cause. The episode title “Until Proven Guilty” strongly suggests this investigation into the fire’s origins will be a key part of the story.
Full Cast List for Season 13 Episode 4
The large ensemble cast of When Calls the Heart returns for this episode. Erin Krakow leads as schoolteacher Elizabeth Thornton, with Kevin McGarry as her love interest, Mountie Nathan Grant. Their family includes Jaeda Lily Miller as Nathan’s sister Allie Grant and Hyland Goodrich as Little Jack Thornton.
Other core town members featured include:
- Pascale Hutton as Rosemary Coulter
- Kavan Smith as her husband, Leland “Lee” Coulter
- Jack Wagner as Sheriff Bill Avery
- Chris McNally as Lucas Bouchard
- Andrea Brooks as Faith Carter
The episode also features Brooke Shields in a recurring role as Charlotte Thornton, Nathan and Allie’s mother, who is visiting Hope Valley. The community is rounded out by actors like Viv Leacock, Natasha Burnett, Ben Rosenbaum, Amanda Wong, and Hrothgar Mathews, among many others. In total, over 25 series regulars and recurring actors are confirmed for Season 13.
How and Where to Watch Episode 4
The primary way to watch the new episode is on its original air date. “Until Proven Guilty” will debut on the Hallmark Channel on Sunday, January 25, at 8:00 p.m. ET/7:00 p.m. CT.
For viewers without a traditional cable TV package, several live TV streaming services carry the Hallmark Channel. These services include DIRECTV Stream, fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Philo, and Sling TV (with the Lifestyle Extra add-on). Many of these platforms offer free trial periods for new users.
If you miss the live broadcast, the episode will be available for streaming the next day. Hallmark+, the network’s own streaming service, will have Episode 4 available for on-demand viewing starting Monday, January 26. A subscription to Hallmark+ costs $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year and includes a seven-day free trial. The service can also be accessed as a channel add-on through Amazon Prime Video.
It is important to note that When Calls the Heart is not currently available on major subscription platforms like Netflix, Hulu, or Peacock. Past seasons and individual episodes can often be purchased digitally from stores like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu.
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Season 13 Context and Current Storylines
Season 13 of When Calls the Heart premiered on January 4, 2026. The season is set in the early fall of 1922 and follows the town as it rebuilds and comes together after a devastating wildfire. The central romance between Elizabeth Thornton and Nathan Grant continues to grow stronger.
The investigation into the cause of the wildfire is a major through-line. Nathan Grant and Bill Avery are leading the effort to find out how the fire started. Fan speculation on social media has been active, with viewers discussing potential suspects and accidental causes.
The season has also welcomed the return of Brooke Shields as Charlotte Thornton, who has come to Hope Valley for a visit. Her presence has provided emotional moments, particularly in helping her grandson, Little Jack, remember his late father.
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