New Western Romance Series - 'Love Comes Softly' - Coming to UP Faith & Family

Such exciting news for those of you who love a good story set in another time period!

If you’re a fan of series like When Calls the Heart, When Hope Calls, Hope Valley: 1874, and Little House on the Prairie, then you’ll want to hear about this! A brand-new Love Comes Softly series is on the way, with an expected debut on UP Faith & Family in 2027!

Get the full scoop on the story, the cast, and more, including Seeking Persephone actress Ryann Bailey, in the press release below!

UP FAITH & FAMILY

IN PRODUCTION ON

NEW WESTERN ROMANCE SERIES

LOVE COMES SOFTLY

ATLANTA (Oct. 15, 2026) – UP Faith & Family, the leading streaming service for uplifting movies and series, is in production in Los Angeles on the all-new original series Love Comes Softly. Based on the best-selling book series by Janette Oke and popular movie franchise, Love Comes Softly is a heartwarming Western period drama set during the expansion of the American West in the 1880s. Love Comes Softly is expected to premiere in 2027.

The series follows the lives of the Davis family, who move to Rock Springs after the death of A.J. Davis’ wife. As the newly appointed sheriff, A.J. (Zak Steiner, Euphoria) is determined to provide a stable and loving environment for his daughter, Emily (Sophia Paras, The Bold and the Beautiful). Alongside A.J., the resilient schoolteacher Sarah Chandler (Ryann Bailey, Seeking Persephone), the spirited aspiring doctor Jessie Davis (Maya Herzog) and the seasoned town doctor Richard Bain (Leo Howard, Legacies), navigate new beginnings, love and the challenges of frontier life. The ensemble cast also includes Aason Nadjiwon (Sky Med) as Clay Stoval, Natalie Ceballos (Law & Order: Organized Crime) as Rosa Lopez, Josh Cooke (Hart of Dixie) as Mayor Wiggins, Levi Mynatt (Abbott Elementary) as Thomas Stoval, Tunisha Hubbard (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.) as Josephine Stoval and Pooch Hall (Ray Donovan, The Game) as Louis Stoval.

“The heartfelt storytelling and timeless values embodied in Love Comes Softly make it a perfect fit for UP Faith & Family,” said Angela Cannon, EVP, Networks & Content Strategy at UP Entertainment. “The franchise already has a loyal and dedicated fan base through the best-selling books and beloved films, and we’re honored to bring this cherished story to life as an all-new series. With stunning production values and rich details woven into every scene, the creative team has built an immersive world that captures the beauty, resilience and hope of the American frontier.”

Love Comes Softly is produced by LCS Productions in association with Larry Levinson Productions. Larry Levinson is Executive Producer with Libby Beers and Jennifer Jenkins as Co-Executive Producers. The series is directed by Russell Mulcahy and Bradford May with Ali Calamari as Head Writer.

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About UP Entertainment
UP Entertainment is the home for uplifting entertainment for passionate and diverse audiences across the leading cable, satellite and streaming platforms. Brands include UP Faith & Family, UPtv, aspireTV, aspireTV+, GaitherTV+ and Cine Romántico. UP Faith & Family is the leading subscription streaming service in uplifting entertainment. UPtv is the trusted network for adults seeking positive programming with relatable stories about relationships, filled with love and laughter, through exclusive premiere movies, box-office hit films and beloved series. AspireTV is the television network that celebrates and reflects Black culture, life and style in a way that is inspiring, authentic and entertaining. AspireTV+ is a subscription streaming service for Black culture and urban lifestyle entertainment. GaitherTV+ provides access to Gaither’s renowned and growing library of full-length award-winning Country, Gospel, Bluegrass and Christian concerts and specials, early premieres of new performances and shows, and exclusive behind-the-scenes interviews. UP Entertainment in partnership with PixL Dos, also manages and distributes Cine Romántico, a FAST channel featuring the best of Hollywood TV romance movies in Spanish. Additionally, UP Entertainment represents partner brand Ovation TV, an independent television, production, and digital media company, with an unparalleled commitment to the arts, culture and entertainment. UP Entertainment’s award-winning pro-social initiative, “UPlift Someone,” has inspired over 200 million people to uplift others through its social videos.

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My Quick Take:

I'm absolutely delighted to see UP Faith & Family bringing this wonderful series to the screen again! I've read and loved Janette Oke's original Love Comes Softly books, so the news of a brand-new adaptation is especially exciting to me. (And I'm sure it's the same feeling for those of you who've read them, too!)

Of course, Hallmark brought its own adaptation of Janette Oke's books to the screen years ago. Now, it will be wonderful to see a fresh interpretation of these cherished stories. I'm so curious to see what this new chapter will bring!

These stories have such a timeless appeal, with their beautiful themes of faith, family, love, and perseverance.

Stay tuned for more details!

Blessings to you all,

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