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With the mother (Kat, played by Chyler Leigh - you'll recognize her as Supergirl's sister, but less annoying in this role) and daughter Alice both suddenly at loose ends, a surprising note arrives, which seems to be from Kat's mother Del (the lovely Andie MacDowell who elevates the show with her presence and gifted talents) telling her it's time to come home. Kat and Alice are displaced in short order and wind up in a small town where everyone knows everything, and you suspect that before long, everyone's problems will be sorted, like laundry that just gets done on a farm.

If this sounds like many other shows you've already seen, it's not. A bit of fantasy is woven into this family/small town 'drama' which makes the whole thing way less formulaic and more surprising than you can possibly imagine. Indeed, the fantasy element, combined with the picturesque setting, some decent writing and MacDowell's involvement, makes this watchable, even for folks who are NEVER-Hallmarkers. A family oriented show, sure, but...given the twist, I don't know WHAT to expect next, and that...is a VERY VERY good thing.

First.. I am going to politely disagree with the other reviews of The Way Home. To say after one episode you won't watch is being a little ridiculous.

Second.. I think if you have an open mind.. you'll be pleasantly surprised! Trust me!

Third.. I have to say as an avid Hallmark fan this one doesn't disappoint!

Fourth.. I adore both the cast and the premise!

Fifth.. I really like how truly authentic and original the storyline is.

Sixth.. I can't wait to see how this story unfolds!

Seventh.. Thank you, Hallmark for coloring outside the lines on this and making something organic and unique!

Really good plot with a bit of mystery. Enjoying this new storyline from hallmark. I am not typically a hallmark person but am loving this series. Not hard to follow but don't skip any episodes otherwise confusion and questions set in and you will have to go back and watch lol. Has time travel involved which is interesting. I hope it doesn't give too much too soon. I've recommended to several friends. This is not your woman gets dumped or fired and goes back home to save family business type of hallmark show or anything like their other series. Don't miss this series! Watch it! I can't wait to see how it plays out!

I honestly think The Way Home is the best Hallmark series I have seen and especially so in recent years. Hallmark has become more and more predictable. This particular series strays from that and it is truly refreshing. The ongoing mystery of the show and the cast makes for a full blown hit. I have looked forward to watching the show each week as well as to the upcoming 2nd season.

First, the storyline is very entertaining as it really is a mystery of what has happened with The Landry Family and friends from past to present. Where will the infamous pond take Kat and/or her daughter Alice each week? Who is involved in all of the years, what happened and how? Is the brother/son still alive and if so in what time frame? The time switch of the same characters adds a true interest that is not often seen in other series. Seriously, the show really holds your attention!

Also, the dynamics between the characters are very entertaining to watch. Elliot is by far my favorite with his quick wit, intelligence, sensitivity and very responsive facial expressions. I love him! He adds interest to the mostly troubled character of Kat. You look forward to seeing where their relationship may or may not go. Kat's daughter, Alice, and her mother, Del, do not disappoint with their storyline and their interactions with each other. Each week they seem to evolve more as the story continues.

Thank you to the actors, writers and ALL who is involved in this interesting show. You have made a successful series, no doubt!

I love it because it has a degree of sentimentality. Andie MacDowell is an awesome actress! While watching, I think how awesome it would be to be able to go back in time and check out what your parents were like when they were young, especially if you had a sibling that died at a young age, and wished you had had more time with them. And the setting is wonderful, it is the type of place that I sort of grew up in, the farm like atmosphere, along with all the animals that come with a farm, and the drama that it brings to the show as well. But I think it's a great storyline and I hope there is a second season!!

I was so pleasantly surprised after my friend urged me to watch this and I did. This show is still heartwarming but it's also modern and fun and full of twists that keep you guessing in each episode. I still don't know how the story will connect us back to the woman in the white nightgown in the opening episode but I pick up clues in every new episode. I love that! I've been watching g the shows over again to get new clues each time. The acting and the writing and great and I can't wait to see where this show goes in this season and future ones. Don't cancel this Hallmark! You have something good.

Hallmark hits out of the park. The acting and cast are fantastic. Story line is so well written and flows so creatively from one episode to the next. Each time I watch N hour I can't wait for the next one. McDowell has done an incredible job and every scene she's in she amazing. The actress who plays her daughter is excellent as well haven't seen her in much but I think moving forward she will be acting a lot more. I am so happy that this series is the way Hallmark movies were in the past. The new movies shows etc seem to carry messengers about todays political climate. It's refreshing to see Hallmark is going back to its roots. Viewers want to be entertained not reminded about political and sole issues. I hope more of these types of series are in the future.

I just read a review because it wasn't "realistic". Umm. Hi. Time travel story. Not going to be realistic. Suspend reality and just enjoy.

What IS real is the family relationships. Sure again suspend a bit of reality. They go for a visit and surprise the mom/grandma and all the sudden the next morning the girl is enrolled in school?

Ok some things just don't make sense and when you find those sometimes it's hard to pay attention to the rest.

I think it's beautifully cast.

I have been a big fan of a few of the hallmark tv shows and while this isn't like the most exciting for me I think it has potential. But also I'm worried that like where do you go from there...

I'm excited to see where it goes.

The worst thing about the show is that it's over too soon and you have to wait an entire week to watch the next episode. We've all been so spoiled with all the binge watching on all the streaming services, but the fact that I can't wait to see the next episode is why this is an easy 10 for me so far.

I have found all the characters quite fascinating and the show honors them by providing a fair representation of their very different points of view. Just as you're wanting to feel a bit critical about a character, you begin to empathize with why they are behaving the way they are.

And I've always been a sucker for time travel stories. The great Richard Curtis movie "About Time" may be my favorite time travel movie in part because it has the same sort of focus on family and personal relationships.

I have been so moved by each episode that I have cried repeatedly during each episode.

Sadie Laflamme Snow is fascinating to watch as teen time traveler Alice, Chyler Leigh is believably distraught as her mother, and Andie McDowell is surprisingly edgy as the cold, heartbroken matriarch of the family. Evan Williams is also fun as the oft embarrassed Elliot.

The only thing I wonder about is whether or not they will be able to keep up this high level of quality, and whether this would work over another season. But, in the meantime, I'm just really enjoying the ride.

I really like it!

The characters are complex and likable. It's so nostalgic, and I love it! Small home town, mistery, family drama. It's about forgiveness, trauma, redemption, reconnecting. The psychology and mystic of this all was very well thought.

The story is very intriguing. Give this one a try. I hope te next episodes continue to unfold a lot more to what happened.

Sad that I won't be able to binge watch it! Chyler Leigh is so traumatized but you feel empathy for her. The grandmother, she is complex, but warm and nurturing, I love the science teacher... and the daughter, Alice, what a special actress. You will love Alice by the second episode. So sweet!

Season two starts to just be nothing than a repeat of season one. You can't find a reason to turn it on and watch. Never a resolution to anything the same conflicts in relationships that don't really solidify into anything. I wish the writers could find other more interesting things to do with the pond then just be looking for one boy find him, and then move onto another interesting Journey through the pond maybe a new characters journey. It's just so repetitive it's just hard to watch over and over the same thing ?. Relationships are the same. They're not close they're closed. They're not close again. It's just a bit too much.

This series is so entertainging its shocking, and makes me wonder if I may be missing out on other great Hallmark series. Normally, I only watch the movies because Hallmark movies follow a formula that doesn't disappoint. This series does not follow that formula at all. It was a huge risk-to-reward and the payout was huge! Overall, the Hallmark channel is headed in the perfect direction. This past Christmas season had some of the best feel good movies with unbelievable casting. Bruce Cambell was amazing in My Southern Christmas! The future of Hallmark may very well be a strong competitor to Apple+

This show is not a typical lovey Hallmark show. It is so much more. It's suspenseful, entertaining and keeps you hanging on and wanting more with each episode. The family dynamic has issues and is not perfect which is exactly what a typical family is these days and it's a nice change to see that instead of perfection.

This is one of the best shows I've watched in a long time. It has great plots and you can't help but root for and love every one of the characters. The cast is amazing and does a great job and I can't see anyone else playing these characters.

I really hope this show lasts for many more seasons. I can't believe we have to wait til 2025 for season 3!

This is a FUN series. It's got a bit of everything, love, drama, romance, fantasy, secrets and beautiful scenery. Unlike other Hallmark movies ("girl meets boy" formula) this is about time travel, family relationships and family love. The story takes place in an enchanting little town filled with colourful houses and grassy meadows which is the perfect setting for this family/fantasy drama. I found the story to be very well written, heartwarming with just the right amount of suspense.

It can be a bit slow in parts but if you're looking for a series where you can laze the day away in the beautiful countryside this is it. GOOD ONE HALLMARK!

This show is fun to.watch especially seeing characters played at different ages. The younger actors are good and their story lines make sense but the older characters are annoying and their motivations make no sense. It doesn't help that some of them are absolutely terrible actors - ie. Andie McDowell. I don't know if the writers mean her character to be an absolute harridan and nasty bully to her daughter, but she sure does come across that way. She is so nasty that you are stressed when she is interacting with her granddaughter because you think she's about to snap and you're thinking she is just so two-faced. But luckily her airtime isn't that much and you can even fast forward over without losing any important plot. Yes, the plot is drawn out but that keeps the suspense going.

I'm only three episodes in and just can't do it anymore. The storyline is overly dramatic, the actress that plays Alice is annoying, and I just don't see how they can keep the storyline going for one season, much less more than that. I think this would have been better as a movie...with better actors...better writing...well, better everything. I guess I'm past the point where I actually want to watch teenage angst shows. Sorry, but this is a no go for me. If Hallmark is going to do serialized television, they need to make it quality and worthwhile watching. I've been disappointed lately with their shows and miss the days of Cedar Cove and Good Witch.

Time travel movies and shows are one of my favorites but not so for my family. However this show has changed that view and my mom loves it especially.

I can't wait for season 2 and I hope that comes out this year itself.

Sometimes I have to pinch myself when I'm saying this is hallmark because it's so classy and on a different level. Not the cliché kind of movies.

The beginning was just an awesome hook. I would have really loved if there was a theme song but the shows have enough of a hook to keep you interested.

Hopefully they make each show 1 hour because 40 mins is way too short

Keep it up and awaiting a new season and many many more to come.

Season 2: Edit

After watching the second season I was like oh well they can't possibly have what it takes to drag this on for more than this. But the way it twisted and kept me off my seat. I'm very critical of movies and I've watched a ton of movies. Especially time travel stuff I thought MARVEL STUDIOS was good! But this ...

THIS IS NEXT LEVEL... leaving MARVEL AND DC IN THE DUST! THESE ACTORS NEED EGOT AWARDS AND A LIFETIME OF PRAISE!

They are the Back to The Future era of my time! And I'm so thankful for it. I'm conservative... so I disagree with some parts of it but it's fine and tolerable.

But it would be an honor to meet these amazing actors, crew and writers! THIS NEEDS TO BE A TEMPLATE OF HOW MOVIES SHOULD BE MADE!

ASTOUNDING!

I literally was in TEARS! And that never or hardly happens! As a man!

Yes you need to think hard, it's not for those who probably don't like time travel but I would implore them to try and see it through. It will change your mind. It changed my family's!

Hallmark you have a huge market for such shows in Eurasia! I know because I'm from there!

I watch a lot of TV, both on streaming and cable, but The Way Home is by far one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE SHOW! It completely came out of left field! I didn't expect a show this well done to come from Hallmark! While I love their movies, they are often very predictable. This show is the farthest from that! I loved Chyler Leigh in Supergirl and Not Another Teen Movie and saw that she was starring in a new show on Hallmark so I had to check it out! I'm so glad I did! This show is everything I love about history, sci-fi, and drama all rolled into one! I wish the seasons were longer, and we didn't have to wait a year to see each season, but it's so worth it!! I can't wait for the season 2 finale next week and season 3 in 2025! Seriously, go check it out! You won't be disappointed!

It is really hard for me to find a modern day show that I actually like and will follow without being absent as I watch it.

This show is absolutely riveting, edge of the seat, can't wait for the next episode, has multifaceted endless possibilities, and is beyond well written, and extremely well acted out.

Kudos to the entire team from writers, producers, directors , actors and actresses!!

Well done.

They have put something together that is filled with mystery, filled with relatable content, at the same time filled with hope.

Thank you for this wonderful show from the bottom of my heart.

I'm so looking forward to season two- thank you!!

Please do not end it!!!!