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When Calls The Heart: The Christmas Wishing Tree (2017)
Hope Valley is buzzing from the introduction of the Wishing Tree, with all the townspeople eagerly placing their wishes on its branches in the hopes they will be granted. Elizabeth wishes for Jack's return. Meanwhile, Abigail spearheads the town's first Christmas parade, featuring an energetic band, led by Bill. Abigail's newly adopted son, Cody, tries to make their first Christmas together special, connecting her past with their future. Rosemary and Lee discover the importance of Christmas traditions and treasured memories. Meanwhile, Doctor Carson Shepherd exhibits faith and resilience in trying to heal and inspire a guarded woman who has given up on the spirit of Christmas. Also, disgraced former mayor, Henry Gowen, gets a second chance at redemption.
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Hope Valley is buzzing from the introduction of the Wishing Tree, with all the townspeople eagerly placing their wishes on its branches in the hopes they will be granted. Elizabeth wishes for Jack's return. Meanwhile, Abigail spearheads the town's first Christmas parade, featuring an energetic band, led by Bill. Abigail's newly adopted son, Cody, tries to make their first Christmas together special, connecting her past with their future. Rosemary and Lee discover the importance of Christmas traditions and treasured memories. Meanwhile, Doctor Carson Shepherd exhibits faith and resilience in trying to heal and inspire a guarded woman who has given up on the spirit of Christmas. Also, disgraced former mayor, Henry Gowen, gets a second chance at redemption.
Rating:G
Genre:Drama, History, Romance
Written By:Cynthia J. Cohen, Paul Jackson
In Theaters:12/25/2017
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Runtime:120 minutes
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Cast
Neill Fearnley
Director
Erin Krakow
Elizabeth Thatcher
Pascale Hutton
Rosemary Coulter
Jack Wagner
Bill Avery
Kavan Smith
Leland Coulter
Martin Cummins
Henry Gowen
Carter Evancic
Cody Stanton
Aren Buchholz
Jesse Flynn
Eva Bourne
Clara Stanton
Mary Black
Myra McCormick
Paul Greene
Dr. Carson Shepherd
Loretta Walsh
Florence Blakeley
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