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Bird thanked the show’s fans for all their support. In his letter, Bird also pleaded for another season and pointed out that the fan’s support is crucial if they want the show to be renewed for season 10.
“If indeed there is to be a season 10 and beyond of WCTH, it will be because you reached down into your hearts and found that same excitement and passion for rallying your friends and family to watch the only show on TV that celebrates hope, faith, and love every week,” he wrote.
In a report by Nielsen, When Calls The Heart Season 9, which aired last March 9, had around 3.5 million viewers during its season premiere.
When Calls The Heart – Fans’ Negative Reaction To Season 8 Finale
When season 8 ended, fans saw Elizabeth Thornton (Eric Krakow) choose Lucas Bouchard (Chris McNally) over Nathan Grant (Kevin McGarry). At first, fans were revealed that they finally knew who called Elizabeth’s heart. However, viewers started to react negatively to how the season ended.
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Many fans were frustrated with Elizabeth’s choice and some of them even threatened to stop watching the show. Not long after, McNally took to social media to address some of the viewer’s pushback. He said that he’ll surely miss the hearties who’ll choose to stop watching WCTH.
Paul Greene tweeted “As always, stay open & kind as I know u [sic] all are in your hearts.”
The animosity towards the season 8 finale eventually died down and fans started to get excited in the run-up to the season 9 premiere.
When Calls The Heart – Brian Bird’s Heartfelt Message To Fans
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Bird believes that season 9 is the perfect time for a “reset” or a “do-over.” He urged viewers that if they want to continue watching the show, they have to recommit themselves to the official Hearties pages on social media.
He encouraged them to engage with the show’s official pages, talk about the show, and “take up e-Fangelism once again in your grocery stores.”
A lot of fans praised Brian for opening up through his heartfelt message. Many of them hoped for WCTH to have more seasons ahead.
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