Hallmark’s “When Calls the Heart” has been nominated for two awards at the 33rd Annual Movieguide Awards this February. The categories they’ve been honored in include Best Family Television/Streaming and Epiphany Prize Television.
“WCTH” has been a standout series about hope, friendship and perseverance for 13 seasons. Its community-focused narrative set in the early 20th century, when neighbors needed to lean on each other, shows viewers that when the heart calls, there will always be an answer.
‘WCTH’ Season 12, Episode 2 Receives 2 Nominations
The episode that gave the beloved series two well-deserved Movieguide nominations is season 12, episode 2, titled “You Get What You Give.” Hallmark Channel describes the episode’s synopsis as, “When the comic book craze sweeps Hope Valley, Elizabeth teaches her students through nature. Rosemary launches a radio show, and Lucas meets a new political player.”
“WCTH” will be up against several other nominees in the Best Family Television/Streaming category, including “When Hope Calls,” “Crossroad Springs,” “Man vs. Baby” and “Timeless Tidings of Joy.”
In the Epiphany Prize Television category, “WCTH” will compete against “The Chosen Adventures,” “A Christmas Prayer,” “House of David” and “Man vs. Baby.”
This year’s categories include nominations in Best Family Movies, Faith & Freedom Award Television, Best Movies for Children and several more. The Best Actor and Best Actress in both film and television will also be honored with the titular Grace Award.
Movieguide Awards Celebrate Faith & Family
HallmarkThe ceremony celebrates faith-based and family-friendly content, making “WCTH” a perfect nominee for the honorable award gala.
When Moveguide CEO Robby Baehr provided a statement about this year’s nominees, he spoke of the integrity each person and work in film has upheld.
“These nominees demonstrate what audiences are hungry for: stories anchored in faith, virtue, and timeless values,” Baehr said in the official press release that listed the 2026 nominees. “Faith-driven storytelling isn’t just meaningful, it’s powerful entertainment that resonates across generations. We’re honored to celebrate these films and the filmmakers who are bringing light to screens worldwide.”
According to the press release, films centered around family attract the largest audience for in-theater success. “Family films produce the biggest box office draws and the family film audience is the largest single demographic of moviegoers and television viewers,” the statement reads.
The 33rd Annual Movieguide Awards will be held at the Avalon Theatre in Hollywood on Friday, Feb. 6, and will be broadcast on the Great American Family network.
CONGRATULATIONS to All on the nominations!
Congratulations WCTH!! Love your shows and actors!