When Hope Valley: 1874 premiered in March 2026, no one could have expected the amount of buzz it would get.
A prequel to When Calls the Heart, the show follows the lives of those living in the town that eventually becomes Hope Valley. The show stars Bethany Joy Lenz, Benjamin Ayres, Jill Hennessy, and more, and gives viewers a look back at the 19th century. It also delivered surprising easter eggs that fans could trace back to the original Hallmark series.
Will there be a season 2 of Hope Valley: 1874?
You bet!
Just one day before the season 1 finale aired in May 2026, fans learned that Hope Valley: 1874 got renewed for season 2. And if that’s not enough, Joy announced that new episodes are expected to air sometime in 2027.
“I am so thrilled to announce that 1874 is coming back. Season 2,” she stated in a clip on Instagram on May 6. “We’ll see you in 2027 for an all-new season.”
Naturally, seeing this news had fans ecstatic for the new season.
“CONGRATULATIONS!!!! This is so well deserved!! 🥹 You guys made something so beautiful! We’re so happy and so excited for more Hope Valley 1874! 🥹,” one person wrote in the comments. “The best news for the best show 😍👏,” another agreed. “So happy to hear this! Have really enjoyed the first season and definitely was hoping for more of these characters and their stories,” a different follower added.
How many episodes will there be in season 2?
According to a report from Deadline in May 2026, fans can expect Hope Valley: 1874 season 2 to consist of eight episodes.
Hallmark told the outlet how excited the network is for what’s to come.
“Hope Valley: 1874’s dream cast led by Bethany Joy Lenz, Benjamin Ayres, and Jill Hennessy has brought to life the rich characters and beautiful story crafted by showrunner Alfonso Moreno,” said Michelle Vicary, Head of Programming, Hallmark Media. “Our fans and press alike have enthusiastically embraced the series, making it especially rewarding to continue telling this story.”
Who is in the cast of Hope Valley: 1874 season 2?
Based on the events from the finale, here’s who we think will return for Hope Valley: 1874 season 2:
- Bethany Joy Lenz as Rebecca Clarke
- Benjamin Ayres as Tom Moore
- Jill Hennessy as Hattie Quinn
- Roan Curtis as Olivia Quinn
- Lachlan Quimby as Alexander Vaughn
- Chelsea Hobbs as Peggy McCabe
- Brad Abramenko as Nash McCabe
- Mila Morgan as Sarah Clarke
- Alice Comer as Jenny McCabe
- Jedidiah Goodacre as Clayton Cooley
- Matreya Scarrwener as Rachel Yost
- Grayson Maxwell Gurnsey as Lars Yost
How can I watch and stream Hope Valley: 1874 season 2?
When Hope Valley: 1874 season 2 airs, fans can watch new episodes every Thursday on Hallmark+.
If you don’t already have an account, the streamer offers plans beginning at just $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year. (FYI, you can also opt into a free trial before signing up in full). Once you’re all set, you can click on the title page on Hallmark+’s website and on the Hallmark+ app.
