“When Calls the Heart” has been entertaining Hallmark fans for 13 seasons (with Season 14 on the way), which means that it might be difficult to choose your favorite moments from the ongoing story.
Fortunately, we can look to IMDb to find the top-rated episodes of the show and, as you might expect, they include some truly memorable experiences in the lives of the series’ beloved characters.
Check them out below, and see if you agree or if you would choose other episodes as the best of the best!
10. ‘Change of Heart’ (Season 1, Episode 9)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “Jack properly asks Elizabeth for a dinner, but he is surprised by a reassignment. Elizabeth gets a surprise visit from her sister Julie.”
There’s no denying the fact that “When Calls the Heart” got off to a strong start right from the get-go, which is why it’s not surprising to see Season 1, Episode 9, “Change of Heart,” on the list.
9. ‘Having Faith’ (Season 12, Episode 11)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “As graduation approaches, Elizabeth and Nathan plan for a happy summer together. Lucas and Edie race Rosemary and Bill to find the gold. The town plans a sweet surprise for Minnie.”
The #9 episode included among the top installments jumps all the way to Season 12, and sees Little Jack being diagnosed with diabetes, while Elizabeth and Nathan deal with the boy’s illness. At the same time, Mei and Hickam race to obtain the needed insulin, making this an emotional and dramatic storyline.
8. ‘Follow Your Heart’ (Season 2, Episode 9)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “Elizabeth and Jack return to Hope Valley on fragile terms. Bill arrives in Hope Valley and Nora follows soon after.”
Fans who were excited to learn that Lori Loughlin will be returning to “When Calls the Heart” for Season 14 may appreciate Episode 9 of Season 2, which features the star appearing as her character, Abigail Stanton.
7. ‘A Gentle Heart’ (Season 3, Episode 5)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “Jack and Elizabeth are stronger than ever – but as Faith prepares to make a permanent move to Hope Valley while leaning on Jack for emotional support, Elizabeth grows wary of their friendship.”
The path to lasting romance is rarely straightforward, which is what fans saw when Jack and Elizabeth faced a bump in the road during Episode 5 of Season 3, “A Gentle Heart.”
6. ‘Heartbreak’ (Season 3, Episode 7)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “Abigail is left reeling after the sudden arrival of the children’s aunt and as she faces a heartbreaking goodbye, Elizabeth and the rest of Hope Valley come to witness a powerful act of love.”
Loughlin again appears as Abigail in Season 3, Episode 7, which is called “Heartbreak.” As the name implies, this is an emotional installment of the story, so if you rewatch it, be sure to have some tissues ready.
5. ‘Prelude to a Kiss’ (Season 1, Episode 12)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “Bill Avery continues his investigation into the mine explosion with help from Jack; a budding romance grows between Bill and Abigail; Elizabeth struggles to make a decision about the teaching offer.”
Going back to the first season, Episode 12 is one that you definitely need to see if you want to check out the best that the series has to offer.
4. ‘Heart of a Fighter’ (Season 4, Episode 10)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “Cody struggles with an illness while there are 2 differing opinions on the problem and Abigail decides who to believe. Gowen goes to jail for his past crimes.”
A potentially devastating health issue again crops up in Season 4, Episode 10, “Heart of a Fighter,” with Cody facing an illness that doesn’t necessarily have an obvious cure.
3. ‘Prayers from the Heart’ (Season 3, Episode 9)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “After a landslide puts one of Hope Valley’s own in grave danger, the strength of a town is tested.”
Fans of “When Calls the Heart” will surely never forget “Prayers from the Heart” from the third season due to the heartwarming and heartwrenching developments.
2. ‘My Heart Will Go On’ (Season 4, Episode 7)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “After the death of a friend, Jack makes some difficult life choices that may affect Elizabeth as well.”
Things aren’t always easy for Jack and Elizabeth, which is exactly what we see in Season 4’s “My Heart Will Go On.” Granted, these particular predicaments helped this installment earn the honor of being #2 on the list of the show’s best episodes.
1. ‘My Heart Is Yours’ (Season 5, Episode 5)
HallmarkSynopsis (via IMDb): “Jack and Elizabeth’s plan to get married is put in serious jeopardy and Bill has difficulties transporting a prisoner.”
If you haven’t seen “My Heart Is Yours” from the fifth season of “When Calls the Heart,” then we won’t spoil what happens, but rest assured that there is a very good reason why this took the #1 spot on the list of the show’s top-rated episodes.
