After a shocking season premiere, fans of the beloved Hallmark series are eager to see what happens next. The fire at Goldie National Park has put multiple lives in immediate danger, leaving the entire town of Hope Valley on edge. Here is everything you need to know about the release of the next episode.
Episode 2 Release Date and Global Times
When Calls the Heart Season 13 Episode 2, titled “Up in Smoke,” will air on its regular night. The episode is scheduled for Sunday, January 11, 2026.
It will premiere on the Hallmark Channel at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. This is the standard weekly time slot for the show. For viewers across the globe, here is when the episode will be available:
- Pacific Time: 5:00 p.m.
- Mountain Time: 6:00 p.m.
- Greenwich Mean Time: Monday, January 12 at 1:00 a.m.
- India Standard Time: Monday, January 12 at 6:30 a.m.
- Australian Eastern Daylight Time: Monday, January 12 at 12:00 p.m.
New episodes will continue to air every Sunday night at this same time throughout the season.
Where to Watch Live and Stream
The primary way to watch the episode is on the Hallmark Channel. For viewers who do not have a traditional cable subscription, the Hallmark Channel is available on several live TV streaming services. These include FuboTV, DirecTV Stream, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and Frndly TV. Many of these platforms offer free trial periods for new subscribers.
If you miss the live broadcast, you can stream Episode 2 on Hallmark+. The episode will be available for on-demand viewing on the streaming service the very next day, Monday, January 13. A subscription to Hallmark+ costs $7.99 per month or $79.99 for an annual plan, and it also offers a seven-day free trial.
It is important to note that When Calls the Heart is not currently available on major subscription services like Netflix, Hulu (on-demand), or Peacock. The series left Peacock previously and is not expected to return to that platform for its new season.
What to Expect in “Up in Smoke”
The second episode picks up directly from the intense cliffhanger of the premiere. The season’s first episode, “Up in the Air,” ended with the community spotting smoke from a wildfire in the newly opened Goldie National Park. This happened just after Allie Grant and her friend Cooper went into the park for a hike. Nathan Grant and Joseph Canfield were last seen mounting their horses to race toward the danger to find the children.
“Up in Smoke” will split its focus between two critical efforts. Nathan will be at the forefront of the action, dealing with the spreading fire and the urgent search for Allie and Cooper. Meanwhile, back in Hope Valley, Elizabeth Thornton will lead the town’s relief efforts, organizing support and maintaining calm while her loved ones are in peril.
The show’s stars have spoken about the high stakes of this storyline. Erin Krakow, who plays Elizabeth, said the situation is “life or death”.
“The stakes are very high. It’s life or death, and knowing that there are kids in those woods… She has to stay with Little Jack, obviously, and make sure that he’s OK, but she’s quick to tell Nathan that Allie’s out there, and they ride out as quickly as they can to try to save the day,” Krakow told TV Insider.
Kevin McGarry, who portrays Nathan, explained his character’s immediate priority:
“As much as, of course, his duty is to go protect the town to make sure it doesn’t get decimated by the fire, ultimately, I think at that moment, it’s my daughter out there,” McGarry said.
The episode promises to test the strength and unity of Hope Valley as the entire community rallies in response to the crisis.
Fan Reactions to the Premiere Cliffhanger
The dramatic ending of the season premiere immediately sparked reactions from fans, known as “Hearties,” across social media. Many expressed their shock and anxiety about having to wait a week for resolution.
One fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter), “Oh no! A fire!! What a way to end the first episode of the season!!!”. Another commented on Facebook, “Oh no hope the children are okay, going to be long week to wait to see what happens, can’t wait”.
Others appreciated the episode’s overall return to form. One Facebook user stated, “The show tonight was the best it has been in a few seasons! The writers have stepped it up in content and storyline, all the actors were on their game. It was exciting to watch and now I’m anxious for next week’s episode”.
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Season 13 and Series Future
Season 13 of When Calls the Heart is planned for a total of 12 episodes, running through March 2026. The season has already been renewed. Hallmark has officially announced that the show will return for Season 14. A major development for the next season is the planned return of Lori Loughlin as Abigail Stanton. Loughlin has not appeared on the series since 2019.
Brooke Shields is also set to reprise her role as Charlotte Thornton, the mother of Elizabeth’s late first husband, for multiple episodes this season. Her character is helping Little Jack remember his father and adjust to the ongoing changes in the growing town.
The show’s universe continues to expand with the spinoff When Hope Calls and the recently announced prequel series, Hope Valley: 1874.
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