Sam Jaeger and Ariel Winter to Headline Hallmark+ Drama Change of Heart
Sam Jaeger and Ariel Winter will star in Hallmark+'s Change of Heart, a drama set to premiere in 2027. Jaeger plays a divorce attorney whose heart transplant shifts his outlook, while Winter portrays his younger sister and matchmaking ally. Rachel Boston, Julie Gonzalo, and Kevin Vidal round out the cast; the six-episode first season began production in September.
Hallmark+ will launch Change of Heart as an original drama, with a six-episode first season already in production since September. The show is scheduled to arrive in 2027. Jonny Umansky created it and serves as an executive producer, while Erin Gibson is showrunner and executive producer.
Sam Jaeger leads as Charlie Wyatt, a successful divorce lawyer whose heart transplant alters his emotional direction. Ariel Winter plays Brit, his younger sister, who supports him and helps with matchmaking. Rachel Boston, Julie Gonzalo, and Kevin Vidal also appear, though their roles remain under wraps. Deadline initially reported the casting.
The series may draw Hallmark+ subscribers who follow Jaeger or Winter and could broaden the platform’s drama offerings. Its heart-transplant premise may resonate with viewers touched by organ donation or caregiving, while the sibling matchmaking angle could appeal to romance fans. The six-episode format may also suit shorter viewing habits, though its actual social impact will depend on reach and reception.