Hallmark+ has officially announced its new upcoming original scripted series, Change of Heart, set to premiere in 2027. Sam Jaeger (Parenthood, The Handmaid’s Tale) and Ariel Winter (Modern Family) have been cast as series regulars alongside Rachel Boston, Julie Gonzalo, and Kevin Vidal.
The Premise & Characters
The series follows Charlie Wyatt (Sam Jaeger), a ruthless and renowned divorce attorney accustomed to winning at all costs. However, after undergoing a life-altering heart transplant, Charlie undergoes a profound perspective shift, feeling an inexplicable pull to help people reconnect and find love.
Joining him in his accidental matchmaking journey is his younger sister, Brit (Ariel Winter). Brit serves as Charlie’s emotional anchor and matchmaking partner-in-crime, reminding him that love isn’t something to win or lose, but something you choose.
Creative Team & Production
- Creator & Executive Producer: Jonny Umansky
- Showrunner & Executive Producer: Erin Gibson (The Chicken Sisters)
- Executive Producers: Liz Cohen, Keren Shahar, Peter Traugott, and Heather Brewster (Keshet Studios)
- Production & Distribution: Produced by FOX Entertainment Studios with international distribution handled by FOX Entertainment Global.
Executive Statements
Michelle Vicary, Head of Programming, Hallmark Media:
“Great television starts with exceptional storytelling, and finding the right cast to bring those stories to the screen is just as important. We are beyond excited about the talented, seasoned actors bringing Change of Heart to life… As Hallmark+ continues to grow its slate of successful original programming, on the heels of standout series like Hope Valley: 1874 and Paris Is Always a Good Idea, Change of Heart underscores our commitment to delivering heartfelt, premium storytelling.”
Hannah Pillemer, Head of Scripted, FOX Entertainment Studios:
“We’re excited to build on our longstanding Hallmark partnership with Change of Heart, following the success of The Way Home. We look forward to bringing audiences a fresh, character-driven series with humor, heart, and a distinct point of view.”
Liz Cohen, Keshet Studios’ EVP of Scripted:
“It’s incredibly rewarding to see an original idea we’ve developed over several years coming to life with such an exceptional team… Sam and Ariel are perfect for Charlie and Brit, bringing warmth, humor and heart to two characters we’ve grown to love.”
Are you excited to see Sam Jaeger and Ariel Winter team up for a Hallmark+ series, and what do you think of this heart-transplant matchmaking premise? Let us know your thoughts!
Photo provided by Hallmark.
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