Hallmark Reverses Decision on The Way Home Season 3: Cheers Across the Fandom!

During Hallmark’s recent Christmas Experience weekend in Kansas City, The Way Home stars Andie MacDowell and Chyler Leigh delighted fans with an exciting announcement: The Way Home season 3 will air on the Hallmark Channel even though the network previously planned to stream the new season exclusively on Hallmark+.

The announcement was met with a collective sigh of relief from fans across the internet, many of whom had loudly aired their grievances when the exclusive streaming plan was first unveiled.

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This is the original The Way Home art for season 3 before changing its premiere date and where to watch it. It will now premiere on Friday, January 3, 2025 on Hallmark Channel and stream the next day on Hallmark+.

Hallmark Buckles Under Fan Pressure

Can passionate fans really sway a network’s decisions? According to Hallmark’s social media, yes.

How Things Unfolded

Speculation about The Way Home‘s future started early, sparked by the announcement that When Calls the Heart would return in January – a departure from its usual springtime premiere. This unexpected shift left fans wondering if The Way Home Season 3 might be headed exclusively to Hallmark+.

When Hallmark officially confirmed the move to Hallmark+, fans wasted no time expressing their frustration. Social media buzzed with complaints, and fan groups like the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook group became hotbeds of discussion.

When Does the New Season of The Way Home Start?

The Way Home is now set to premiere on Friday, January 3, 2025, on the Hallmark Channel, with new episodes available to stream the next day on Hallmark+. It’s still unclear whether Peacock will also offer The Way Home the following day.

New Night, New Concerns

While fans are relieved that Season 3 of The Way Home will be more accessible, its new Friday night timeslot has sparked fresh questions. Traditionally, Friday evenings have been dedicated to Hallmark Mystery premiere films. With The Way Home now occupying that coveted slot over on the Hallmark Channel, viewers are left wondering how the network will manage its schedule. Will Hallmark move the Friday night premieres to a different day, or will they pause them altogether during the show’s run?

Another concern is how Hallmark will handle the schedule come springtime. With The Way Home and When Calls the Heart anchoring the lineup early in the year, viewers are left wondering what will fill the programming void once their respective seasons conclude.

Hallmark’s next move could be pivotal in maintaining momentum through the rest of the year.

Hallmark’s Ongoing Balancing Act

Hallmark’s decision to return The Way Home to its original linear programming while still trying to expand its streaming presence shows a clear effort to cater to all its viewers. However, the network now faces the tricky task of managing multiple fanbases with distinct preferences.

For now, the excitement surrounding the January premiere outweighs the scheduling concerns. But as Hallmark fans, we’ll be keeping a close eye on how these changes play out – both on our screens and in our beloved Facebook discussions.

Are you ready for Season 3 of The Way Home? What are your thoughts on its Friday night debut? Let us know in the comments or join the conversation in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook group!

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