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Hallmark!Hallmark Channel will debut four original romances every Saturday for the month of August as part of its «Summer Nights» lineup, while Hallmark Movies & Mysteries will premiere two new movies, ET can exclusively reveal. Additionally, season 10 of the Erin Krakow-led will be underway with new episodes rolling out every Sunday on Hallmark Channel.'s Holland Roden, Brittany Bristow, Alexa PenaVega, Carlos PenaVega and Andrew Walker headline new Hallmark Channel movies.Meanwhile, 's Kavan Smith co-stars in the Montana-set sequel, , opposite Emmanuelle Vaugier, and Rachel Boston and Warren Christie lead for Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.Hallmark touts the six August films as «feel-good summer love stories» that take the romance to another level as they find the characters at a seaside music festival, the African savanna, a Napa Valley winery and a 30th birthday celebration.See the schedule below.

Hallmark Channel's hit drama is celebrating its milestone 100th episode and ET has an exclusive sneak peek at the highly anticipated installment. Season 10 of the long-running romance drama premiered on July 30, bringing fans back to Hope Valley following the events of the finale, which saw Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and Lucas (Chris McNally) getting engaged, and expectant couple Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) and Lee (Kavan Smith) preparing for the birth of their baby.In the 100th episode sneak peek, Elizabeth's family arrives in town and sees her younger sister, Julie, excitedly hugging Elizabeth and gushing over little Jack.

currently on strike, which has halted the majority of Hollywood productions, but some are getting the green light to continue filming. The latest production to receive the go-ahead amid the SAG-AFTRA strike: Hallmark Channel's .The popular drama, led by star/executive producer Erin Krakow, has received a waiver from the actors' union to move ahead with filming on season 11 in Vancouver, reports.According to conditions of the SAG-AFTRA strike, which officially began July 13 after negotiations with the studios and streamers via the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) broke down, independent projects can apply for a waiver to keep working «without being in violation of the strike order.» , which premieres its 10th season July 30, joins the faith-based streaming series,  which also airs on The CW, and Apple TV+'s Israeli spy thriller, , as the few TV productions being granted interim SAG-AFTRA agreements allowing filming to commence.All told, the actors' union has granted 68 waivers for TV and movie productions, the latter of which includes , starring Anne Hathaway, Hunter Schafer and Michaela Coel, and , with Jenna Ortega and Paul Rudd. The news that will be able to film is the latest development amid a turbulent few weeks as actors and writers continue to strike. Actors officially went on strike after negotiations with studios and streamers fell apart over several key issues.

season 10 of promises to be a wild ride! Ahead of the anticipated return of the Hallmark Channel drama, Erin Krakow sat down with ET's Deidre Behar, where she offered a preview of all that's to come for Elizabeth and the folks in Hope Valley. «I am very excited,» Krakow said. «I have such a memory of being on set in season 1 and wrapping up the season and we were talking as a cast about where we thought the show could go. And the fact that we are here celebrating the premiere of season 10, it's remarkable.

Erin Krakow has weddings on the brain! In her latest Hallmark Channel romance, the star and network staple stars in where Krakow plays wedding guide creator Vanessa Doyle, who has the tall task of convincing an uninspired artist and owner of a wedding cottage, Evan Stanford (' Brendan Penny), to renovate it in time in order to host a dream wedding for a contest-winning couple.Filmed just outside of Vancouver, near the compound, the love story charts the main characters' «oil-and-water» dynamic as it gradually evolves into an enchanting romance and their prejudices about each other begin to thaw. «It's really refreshing to get to see more of a glimpse into what these relationships might look like and getting to see them solidify maybe a little bit earlier in the movie so that we get to live in that dynamic with them and enjoy the romance. And we get to see that in ,» Krakow told ET ahead of the film's Saturday's premiere.

Chris McNally has one word that best describes what fans can expect for the upcoming 10th season of  -- thrilling. The same can be said about how fatherhood's treating him.The 34-year-old actor spoke to ET's Denny Directo on Wednesday at the Hollywood premiere of  and he dished some deets about the biggest obstacle his character, Lucas, will face in season 10, slated to premiere July 30 on the Hallmark Channel.

Hallmark Channel's is still a ways away, but Hearties, you're in luck!ET exclusively premieres the official poster for season 10, featuring the new tagline, «Good things come to those who hope.»The key art for the upcoming 12-episode season, which kicks off July 30, features a close-up profile of leading lady Erin Krakow with the iconic church and the serene Hope Valley setting in the background. The series will also cross the 100-episode milestone in the new season.See the official poster below.Already renewed for an 11th season, Krakow expressed excitement over continuing the stories of Elizabeth Thornton and the townspeople of Hope Valley.«I am beyond excited for season 10 of to premiere July 30,” Krakow, who is also an executive producer, said in a statement in February. “This season is full of beautiful moments and exciting twists and turns.

Hallmark Channel's has set a season 10 premiere date has officially been renewed for season 11, ET can exclusively reveal. The network's longest-running scripted series will kick off its 12-episode 10th season, which will include the milestone 100th episode, on Sunday, July 30 at 9 p.m.

Jack Wagner had a few kind words to share before boarding a plane bound for Vancouver to start shooting season 10 of Hallmark's: «Thank you.»The 62-year-old actor took to Instagram on Friday (his first post since May 22) and shared a video expressing a heartfelt gratitude to the fans who supported him and his family following the death of his son, Harrison, last month. Jack's video starts with him panning to the video board showing his destination before delivering the heartwarming message.«Thank you all so much for the love and kindness that you've sent,» he said. «I can't tell you how much it's meant to me.

Hallmark Channel, ET can exclusively reveal.With the pickup, the network's long-running staple has named Lindsay Sturman () as its new showrunner. The one-hour drama, led by Erin Krakow, will also reach the 100-episode milestone in the upcoming season.“continues to push the limits as to what we can achieve with this show,” said Lisa Hamilton Daly, Executive Vice President of Programming at Crown Media Family Networks, in a statement.

Chris McNally and his longtime partner, Julie Gonzalo, have welcomed a baby! «Our hearts are full…Welcome baby M ♥️,” Gonzalo, 40, captioned the post on Instagram.In the picture, their baby's hand is holding onto two adult fingers, though the newborn's face, outside of a small portion of their cheek, isn’t visible for the camera. Gonzalo tagged McNally in the post. However, the actor has yet to share the announcement on his respective social media accounts.News of the baby’s arrival comes as a surprise as the pair did not make a pregnancy announcement prior to their baby's birth. A post shared by Julie Gonzalo (@julie_gonzalo)Gonzalo and McNally’s announcement was met with love -- and shock — from their followers and friends.

, hearties around the world watched Lucas Bouchard pop the question to our favorite school teacher, in a dreamy and intimate proposal that adorably included her son, Little Jack. During a casual stroll, the youngster is busy collecting rocks before presenting his mom with rock -- prompting Lucas to ask for Elizabeth to be his wife.ET spoke exclusively with 'sco-executive producer and writer, Elizabeth Stewart, who dished on that heartfelt proposal, the pair's evolved friendship with Nathan and what's in store for the Mountie's love life, how Rosemary and Lee will adapt to expanding their family, the status of Bill's health, Henry's road to redemption and more. We just finished watching the last episode in season 9 of, and OMG, what a finale! Between Lucas proposing to Elizabeth and Rosemary telling Lee they’re expecting a baby, how are you feeling? How do you hope the hearties are feeling? I hope the hearties are feeling as excited as we are to dive into these long-anticipated events.

and via video chat to learn all the behind-the-scenes details of the engagement scene, what it was like filming with little Jack (), what’s next for the couple’s wedding plans and their evolving friendship with Mountie Nathan Grant.“I think that everyone involved in a scene like this, cast and crew, understands the importance of it,” Krakow reflects of her character’s proposal. “There was a lot of care put into even just making sure that that road looked romantic and autumnal, and they decorated it with some beautiful leaves, and they just wanted to imbue it with that magical, romantic feeling.

characters, Rosemary and Lee Coulter, become parents, and are finally seeing their dream fulfilled. During episode 10 of season 9, Rosemary thinks she has a stomach bug, but is later informed by Dr.

Hearties, it’s the most wonderful time of the year. No, not the holidays! It’s When Calls the Heart season! Specifically, season 9 of the beloved Hallmark Channel series.Only ET spoke with the cast via video chat, straight from Hope Valley, where they opened up about budding romances, recovering from heartbreak, finding new love, expanding families and career trials and tribulations.

's return fast approaches, Hallmark Channel has dropped new character posters for season 9 and only ET has the exclusive first look.The new season kicks off Sunday, March 6, and finds Hope Valley in a state of growth, with the foundry’s progress and the evolution of key relationships. The mayoral race has the town buzzing with a few members of the town running against one another.

Hallmark Channel's popular drama returns for season 9 next month, and only ET exclusively premieres the new teaser for the anticipated episodes.The upcoming season, led by Erin Krakow, finds Hope Valley in a state of growth, with the foundry’s progress and the evolution of key relationships. The mayoral race has the town buzzing with a few members of the town running against one another.

Hallmark Channel favorite returns for its ninth season in just a little over a month, and to tide the Hearties over, ET exclusively premieres the first look at the new official poster. Featuring leading lady Erin Krakow front and center alongside co-star Chris McNally, the key art leans into what makes a favorite: love! McNally's Lucas lovingly looks at Krakow's Elizabeth as they lean against the wooden frame. The tagline for the new season, «Where will love lead you next?,» offers an intriguing glimpse into what may lie ahead for the lovebirds and the Hope Valley crew.Kevin McGarry's Nathan and new cast member Amanda Wong, who plays his love interest, Mei Sou, peer off in the background against the backdrop of the town.The season 9 premiere, titled «In Like a Lion,» marks the start of a new chapter.

Lori Loughlin made her return to TV over the weekend.

Erin Krakow) son in the upcoming season 9 of. The role was previously played by twins Lincoln and Gunnar Taylor, who first appeared on-screen in 2019 shortly after the Hope Valley schoolteacher welcomed her baby boy.

with a passionate kiss on the bridge and a champagne-filled date inside the library, fans have been eager to see what’s next for the couple. We are SO sure and SO ready for #WCTH to return! Only ET has the exclusive first footage with @ErinKrakow@ChrisMcNally_ from season 9! #Heartiespic.twitter.com/S0Z9gtcvqwOnly ET has the exclusive first footage from the upcoming season 9 of, where hearties are invited to float away with the school teacher and saloon owner.

Daniel Lissing.The Australian actor will appear on GAC Family’s on Dec. 18, reprising his role as the beloved town Mountie he played for five seasons on Hallmark Channel’s .

Lori Loughlin is playing Abigail Stanton once again. Just weeks after news broke that the 57-year-old actress will reprise her character on GAC Family's , the first footage from Loughlin's season 2 guest-starring stint was released. In the clip, Abigail and her son, Cody (Carter Ryan), admire a Christmas tree as they walk through town.

star Daniel Lissing is excited to be part of season 2 of GAC Family's spinoff,, reuniting with Lori Loughlin.GAC Family announced on Monday that Lissing has been added to the cast of season 2 of. He'll guest star alongside Loughlin as well as fellow star Carter Ryan.

and, has been disclosed. Williams died on April 2, 2020, just a few days shy of his 17th birthday.The coroner's report released by the Canada’s BC Coroners Service states that Williams died of «unintentional illicit drug toxicity (fentanyl).» His death was classified as “accidental."“Toxicological analysis detected fentanyl in a range where lethal outcomes have been reported,” the coroner stated.

family is getting bigger off-screen!, whom many know as Dr. Carson Shepherd on the beloved Hallmark Channel series, revealed late last month that he and his fiancée, wellness coach, are expecting their first child together.

Hallmark Channel has begun production on season 9 of in Canada on Wednesday. The new season will consist of 12 episodes and will premiere at a later date.“We couldn’t be more excited to begin shooting season 9 of ," star and executive producer Erin Krakow said in a statement.

stars Pascale Hutton and Kavan Smith are offering the hearties a message of “love and hope and support and community.”Following the season 8 finale, which saw Elizabeth Thornton’s (Erin Krakow) choice to pursue a romance with Lucas Bouchard (Chris McNally) while gently letting down Mountie Nathan Grant (Kevin McGarry), the loyal fanbase of viewers immediately took to social media.

and say it’s time to work on their family.   Ever since the pair tied the knot in season 3, fans of have been eagerly waiting for the Coulters to expand their brood.

, everyone's favorite schoolteacher chose to pursue a romantic relationship with the charming saloon owner, resolving a seasons-long love triangle between them and Mountie Nathan Grant.

, hearties around the world saw the end of its seasons-long love triangle, as our favorite school teacher told the dashing saloon owner she’s ready to begin a romantic relationship — and they even sealed it with a passionate kiss!ET spoke exclusively with series stars, and via video chat to learn more about what went into Elizabeth’s decision, how suitors Nathan and Lucas are feeling, the challenges of filming that kissing scene on the bridge and what’s next as they prepare to start filming

Hallmark Channel has renewed the popular family-friendly drama series for a ninth season, series star Erin Krakow announced Sunday night in a video message that played during the season 8 finale.

A post shared by Loretta Walsh (@loretta_walsh)Another moment that may have had hearties shedding a tear or two came courtesy of Florence and Molly, who shared a warm embrace ahead of the wedding. Florence tells Molly how much her friendship truly means to her, and for Walsh, she says getting through the scene was an emotional challenge.“The first take, I couldn't even get the words out.

annual Summer Nights programming event.In ET’s first exclusive photo, we see Hutton and Smith’s characters onstage at what appears to be a traditional Hawaiian luau, alongside hula dancers and musicians. The Creston, British Columbia, native looks stunning in a powder blue wrap dress, accessorized with a colorful lei and orchid pinned behind her ear.

feeling full of joy and excitement — and the best part is that their journey has just begun!ET exclusively spoke with stars (Joseph),  (Minnie) and Viv’s real life kids, (Angela) and  (Cooper) to learn more about their experience joining the beloved Hallmark Channel drama, their strong bonds on and off screen and the importance of representation in media.“Things went pretty crazy, for sure,” Natasha, a Surrey, England native, gushes of making her debut on the series.

, viewers were on the edge of their seats as Nathan faced possible punishment as the subject of an inquiry surrounding the death of a Mountie that was killed during a prisoner transfer gone-wrong in the season 7 finale. Amid the heated inquiry, Allie makes an impromptu decision to interrupt the hearing to defend Nathan’s character.