EXCLUSIVE: Sam Jaeger (Parenthood, The Handmaid’s Tale) and Ariel Winter (Modern Family, Sofia the First) are set as series regulars in Hallmark Media‘s upcoming series Change of Heart. Rachel Boston (The More the Merrier, Witches of East End), Julie Gonzalo (Supergirl, Dallas) and Kevin Vidal (Workin’ Moms, Culprits) also have been cast in the series, which is set to premiere in 2027, exclusively on Hallmark+.
Created by Jonny Umansky, Change of Heart centers around Charlie Wyatt (Jaeger), the most unlikely of romantic heroes: a renowned divorce attorney known for winning no matter the cost. When a life-altering heart transplant cracks something wide open inside him, Charlie finds himself pulled— almost against his will—toward a more hopeful way of moving through the world. One where he’s compelled to help others find their way back to each other in ways he can’t explain. And alongside it all is his younger sister, Brit (Winter). An unexpected anchor, and partner-in-matchmaking that represents the emotional truth Charlie can’t out-argue: that love isn’t something you win or lose, but something you deserve and choose.
Umansky executive produces with Erin Gibson (The Chicken Sisters), who serves as showrunner. Keshet Studios Liz Cohen, Keren Shahar, Peter Traugott and Heather Brewster also serve as executive producers on the series. Change of Heart is produced by Fox Entertainment Studios and Fox Entertainment Global will distribute the series internationally.
“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,” remarked Michelle Vicary, Head of Programming, Hallmark Media. “Sam, Ariel, Rachel, Julie and Kevin each bring something unique to these richly drawn characters, creating the foundation for a series that will immediately connect with the audience. 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 the heartfelt, premium storytelling that viewers come to Hallmark+ to discover and return to watch week after week.”
“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,” said Hannah Pillemer, Head of Scripted, FOX Entertainment Studios. “Sam and Ariel lead a terrific ensemble in a world of unexpected connections, the kind of storytelling we champion at Fox Entertainment Studios.”
Jaeger is repped by Entertainment 360, Innovative and John Meigs; Winter is repped by Gersh, Entertainment 360, and GGSS&C; Boston is repped by Gersh and John Carrabino Management; Gonzalo is repped by Tyman Stewart at The Characters Talent Agency; Levine at Link Entertainment and David Lederman, Steve Muller at Innovative Artists and Vidal by Elena Kirschner at RED Management, Marc Hamou at Thruline Entertainment, and Lindsay Whittaker at Alexander White Agency (AWA).