When Calls the Heart Season 12 closed out its run on the 2025 TV schedule in March, but production on Season 13 will thankfully begin in July. Not too much has been shared about Hope Valley’s future, but Kevin McGarry previously talked up his own hopes for the upcoming season, including who he wants to see as Nathan’s mom. Now, Jack Wagner has addressed his feelings about Melissa Gilbert coming back, and one thing he mentioned has me pretty excited.
Gilbert joined WCTH in Season 12 as Inspector Georgie McGill, who was revealed to have had a romantic past with Wagner’s Judge Bill Avery. Unfortunately, the Little House on the Prairie star was in and out after two episodes, though not before Georgie and Bill shared a kiss! More on that in a bit.
Entertainment Weekly about how that romance-driven role differs from what he’s used to on the Hallmark series.
show was like “going home” for her, it’s not surprising she’d be returning. Plus, her upcoming appearance seems to be enough to flesh out this storyline. Of course, not every romance in Hope Valley can be easy, so it’s possible there could be some obstacles coming their way. It’s been a long time coming for Bill to find someone, and it would be nice for something to come out of this potential relationship with Georgie.
Fans will just have to wait and see. A premiere date for Season 13 has not been announced. However, the well-oiled machine that is When Calls the Heart is starting filming soon, so it’s possible that a date will come in the near future. The wait will be worth it, and for now, viewers will just have to theorize what could happen. There are endless possibilities and only one storyline, but it’s exciting that more will happen between Bill and Georgie.