Lori Loughlin’s Hallmark Movies and TV Shows: Complete List and 2026 Return
Lori Loughlin is coming back to Hallmark. On Saturday, September 19, 2026, she returns as Jennifer Shannon in Garage Sale Mysteries: Murder Takes the Stage, her first Hallmark movie since the network cut ties with her in 2019.
That is the headline, but it is not the only news. Loughlin is also returning to When Calls the Heart as Abigail Stanton in Season 14, airing in 2027.
For a lot of Hallmark fans, this is a name they have not thought about in years. For others, Abigail Stanton and Jennifer Shannon were the whole reason they started watching. Either way, here is the full picture: every Hallmark movie she made, her television work outside the network, what happened in 2019, and what is coming next.
Updated August 2026
Lori Loughlin’s Hallmark Movies in Order
| Year Released | Movie Title | Character Name |
| 2010 | Meet My Mom (also called A Soldier’s Love Story) | Dana |
| 2013 | When Calls the Heart (pilot movie) | Abigail Stanton |
| 2013-2019 | Garage Sale Mystery (16 movies) | Jennifer Shannon |
| 2014-2019 | When Calls the Heart (Seasons 1-6) | Abigail Stanton |
| 2015 | Northpole: Open for Christmas | Mackenzie |
| 2016 | Every Christmas Has a Story | Kate |
| 2018 | Homegrown Christmas | Maddie |
| 2026 | Garage Sale Mysteries: Murder Takes the Stage | Jennifer Shannon |
| 2027 | When Calls the Heart (Season 14) | Abigail Stanton |
Garage Sale Mysteries: Murder Takes the Stage (2026)
Jennifer Shannon is back on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 8/7c on Hallmark Channel, streaming on Hallmark+ the next day.
One of the members of Jennifer’s true crime book club is murdered during the group’s reenactment of the Lizzie Borden case. It is a very Garage Sale Mystery premise, and we are here for it.
The best news is the cast list. Sarah Strange returns as Dani, Steve Bacic as Jason, Kevin O’Grady as Detective Lynwood, and Connor Stanhope and Eva Bourne as the Shannon kids. That is the full core group, which suggests Hallmark is treating this as a real revival rather than a one off.
The movie is part of Hallmark’s Fall Into Love lineup.
Lori Loughlin’s Hallmark Movies
For years, Lori Loughlin was part of Hallmark’s most dependable rotation – not flashy or over-the-top, but consistently grounding, familiar, and deeply watchable in the way Hallmark fans tend to appreciate most. Her Hallmark movies leaned into themes of family, forgiveness, and heartfelt connection, whether she was anchoring a cozy mystery franchise like Garage Sale Mystery or holiday films built around second chances and community. Across genres, her roles reflected a steady presence that aligned seamlessly with Hallmark’s tone during that era.
Meet My Mom /A Soldier’s Love Story (2010)
Meet My Mom (also known as A Soldier’s Love Story) is Lori Loughlin’s first Hallmark movie, introducing her as a familiar leading presence on the network. The film follows a returning soldier whose long-distance pen-pal friendship takes an unexpected turn when he comes home and meets the woman behind the letters – his correspondent’s mother, played by Loughlin. Co-starring Johnny Messner and Stefanie Powers, the movie blends romance with themes of service, family, and finding love in the most unexpected places.
Garage Sale Mystery (2013-2020)
Garage Sale Mystery launched one of the most successful mystery franchises in Lori Loughlin’s Hallmark movie career, introducing her as Jennifer Shannon, a sharp-witted antiques dealer with a knack for uncovering secrets.
When a seemingly ordinary garage sale find is linked to a murder, Jennifer is drawn into an investigation that proves she’s as skilled at solving mysteries as she is at spotting hidden value. Co-starring Rick Ravanello as Jennifer’s husband (replaced by Steve Bacic in subsequent films) the film blends cozy mystery charm with Hallmark’s signature warmth – and its popularity paved the way for a long-running series of sequels.
Garage Sale Mystery ran for 16 movies between 2013 and 2020, making it one of the longest running mystery franchises Hallmark has ever produced. Loughlin also served as an executive producer.
When Calls the Heart (Pilot Movie – 2013)
When Calls the Heart began as a standalone Hallmark pilot movie, introducing viewers to Elizabeth Thatcher, a cultured young teacher in 1910 who leaves her comfortable city life behind to accept a teaching position in a rugged frontier town. While the story centers on Elizabeth’s journey toward independence, purpose, and unexpected love with a Royal Canadian Mountie, Lori Loughlin appears as Abigail Stanton – a role she would later fully inhabit when the story expanded into the serialized When Calls the Heart television series. Released a year before the episodic drama premiered, the pilot laid the emotional groundwork for what would become one of Hallmark Channel’s most beloved and enduring franchises.
When Calls the Heart (2014-2019)
Lori Loughlin portrayed Abigail Stanton on When Calls the Heart from Season 1 through Season 6, during the show’s formative years. Her presence helped establish the warmth and sense of community that became central to the series, making her departure during Season 6 especially impactful for longtime viewers.
Northpole: Open for Christmas (2015)
Northpole: Open for Christmas is a festive favorite in Lori Loughlin’s Hallmark movie resume, starring as Mackenzie, a woman who inherits her aunt’s once-majestic inn and plans to sell it – until restoring the rundown property proves more complicated than expected. As Mackenzie reconnects with the town and its history, the magic of Christmas quietly steps in, complete with help from Santa’s elves and a renewed sense of purpose. Co-stars Dermot Mulroney and Bailee Madison.
Every Christmas Has a Story (2016)
Every Christmas Has a Story is about Kate, a television personality who accidentally admits on air that she hates Christmas. Sent to a small town to film a holiday special and repair her public image, Kate slowly finds her outlook, and her heart, shifting as the Christmas spirit works its familiar magic. Co-stars Colin Ferguson.
Homegrown Christmas (2018)
Homegrown Christmas follows Maddie, a successful entrepreneur who sells her New York–based business and returns to her hometown for the holidays. Her homecoming is met with a cool reception from her sister and unresolved feelings with her former beau, Carter. Just as Maddie and Carter begin to admit that their love never truly faded, an unexpected career opportunity pulls Maddie back toward New York, forcing her to choose between the life she built and the one she left behind. Co-stars Victor Webster.
Why Lori Loughlin’s Hallmark Career Paused
In 2019, Lori Loughlin’s relationship with Hallmark came to an abrupt halt following her involvement in the infamous college admissions scandal. As the legal situation unfolded, Hallmark Channel made the decision to cut ties with the actress, resulting in her exit from When Calls the Heart and the cancellation of future projects.
Her departure was swift and highly public, and her character was written out of the series. It marked one of the most significant and visible breaks between Hallmark and a longtime regular in the network’s modern history – a moment that was felt deeply by fans of the show.
Lori Loughlin’s Return to When Calls the Heart in 2027
It was officially announced that Lori Loughlin will return to When Calls the Heart, with her appearance slated for Season 14 in 2027. The news quickly sparked conversation among viewers, especially longtime Hearties who remember Abigail Stanton as a foundational presence in the early seasons.
Deadline reported in early December 2025 that Loughlin will appear in six of 12 episodes during the 14th season of the series.
Lori Loughlin’s TV Shows Outside Hallmark
Loughlin has been on television since she was a teenager, and her career reaches well beyond Hallmark.
The Edge of Night (1980 to 1983). She was cast at 15 on the ABC soap opera as Jody Travis, an aspiring dancer. That was her first regular television role.
Full House (1988 to 1995). The one everybody knows. Loughlin played Rebecca Donaldson-Katsopolis, better known as Aunt Becky, and stayed with the show through its final season.
Summerland (2004 to 2005). Loughlin co-created, produced, and starred in this WB drama as Ava Gregory, a fashion designer who takes in her sister’s three children after their parents die. It ran two seasons.
90210 (2008 to 2012). She played Debbie Wilson on The CW’s Beverly Hills, 90210 spinoff.
Fuller House (2016 to 2019). Loughlin reprised Aunt Becky for Netflix’s sequel series, appearing in the first four seasons before Netflix parted ways with her in 2019.
When Hope Calls: A Country Christmas (2021). Her first role after the scandal, and an interesting one. She returned as Abigail Stanton in the When Calls the Heart spinoff, which had moved from Hallmark to GAC Family. The two part special aired in December 2021.
Where to Watch Lori Loughlin’s Hallmark Movies
Most of Loughlin’s Hallmark catalog streams on Hallmark+, including the Garage Sale Mystery movies and the early seasons of When Calls the Heart. Individual titles also turn up on Amazon Prime Video and can be rented through Apple TV and Google Play.
Hallmark Mystery airs the Garage Sale Mystery back catalog regularly, and we would expect a marathon in the weeks leading up to September 19. We will update this post when the schedule is announced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lori Loughlin back on Hallmark?
Yes. Garage Sale Mysteries: Murder Takes the Stage premieres September 19, 2026 on Hallmark Channel. She also returns to When Calls the Heart in Season 14 in 2027.
How many Hallmark movies has Lori Loughlin made?
Counting the Garage Sale Mystery franchise individually, she has made 20 Hallmark movies through 2020, plus the When Calls the Heart series. The 2026 Garage Sale Mysteries film brings the total to 21.
Why did Lori Loughlin leave When Calls the Heart?
Hallmark ended its relationship with her in March 2019 following her indictment in the college admissions case. Abigail Stanton was written out during Season 6.
Is Lori Loughlin returning to When Calls the Heart?
Yes. Deadline reported in December 2025 that she will appear in six of the twelve episodes in Season 14, airing in 2027.
What was Lori Loughlin’s first Hallmark movie?
Meet My Mom, also released as A Soldier’s Love Story, in 2010.
What TV shows has Lori Loughlin been in?
Full House, Fuller House, Summerland, 90210, The Edge of Night, When Calls the Heart, and When Hope Calls, along with the Garage Sale Mystery movie franchise.
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