List of Cedar Cove episodes

Cedar Cove is an American drama television series on the Hallmark Channel that began on July 20, 2013.[1] Based on author Debbie Macomber's book series of the same name, Cedar Cove focuses on Municipal Court Judge Olivia Lockhart's professional and personal life. It is the network's first-ever original, scripted series.[1]

On October 29, 2014, the series was renewed for a third season.[2]

Series overview

Season Episodes Originally aired DVD release date
Season premiere Season finale Region 1 Region 2 Region 4
1 13 July 20, 2013 October 12, 2013 July 15, 2014[3] TBA TBA
2 12 July 19, 2014 October 4, 2014 July 14, 2015[4] TBA TBA

Episode list

Season 1 (2013)

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11"Pilot"Michael M. ScottBruce GrahamJuly 20, 2013100-1202.62[5]
Olivia Lockhart (Andie MacDowell) is the divorced municipal court judge of Cedar Cove and is dealing with the death of her son. She is soon offered a federal judgeship by a Washington State Senator Pete Raymond (Barclay Hope) whom she knows from law school. He chose to nominate her for the federal position because only one of her some 20 court decisions that had been appealed was overturned by the higher court. Word of this quickly reaches reporter Jack Griffith (Dylan Neal), a newcomer to small town life. He is also an alcoholic trying to get his life in order. Olivia's daughter Justine (Sarah Smyth) gets a marriage proposal from Warren Saget (Brennan Elliott), a wealthy home developer. She wants to wait and goes to her high school reunion where she meets Seth (Greyston Holt for this episode), her sweetheart back then. He attempts to kiss her, she pushes him away, and they get into an argument. She later accepts Warren's proposal. Olivia prepares for the federal judgeship, until she reads Jack's article about her departure and sees her huge farewell party. She tells Jack not to print the story, as she is staying put.
22"A House Divided"Andy MikitaCarl BinderJuly 27, 201310012.41[6]
Olivia's best friend, Grace Sherman (Teryl Rothery), returns from vacation, during which she has received divorce papers from her husband. Warren threatens to tear down the historic lighthouse. Bob (Bruce Boxleitner) and Peggy Beldon (Barbara Niven) lead the townspeople in protest. The case ends up in Olivia's courtroom. Her new romance with Jack is threatened when he publishes an unfavorable story about Olivia and the case. Justine ends her engagement to Warren and rekindles her relationship with Seth. At a loss to find a legal loophole to save the lighthouse, Olivia is told a preservation philanthropist will put up 80% of the land's value. Olivia covers the rest. Warren agrees to the deal but only if he can take credit for changing his mind to save the lighthouse. She reluctantly accepts.
33"Reunion"Martin WoodCarl BinderAugust 3, 201310021.99[7]
Jack’s estranged son Eric (Tom Stevens) arrives unannounced in Cedar Cove. Jack must endure Eric's rehashing his father’s alcoholic past and poor parenting. Grace sees Eric steal money from the newspaper lockbox and approaches Olivia about it. Before Jack can be told about Eric's questionable behavior, Eric admits to "borrowing" the money. Meanwhile, Olivia's mother Charlotte (Paula Shaw) is given a key by a stroke victim at a hospital where she volunteers. The man dies and Charlotte must get help with the key from Olivia's ex-husband Stan (Andrew Airlie) when her daughter initially refuses. Stan says the key unlocks a storage locker, which contains his belongings and identity. The man was a once-popular country music star who had abandoned his family. Elsewhere, Seth must leave town again, but gives Justine the keys to his boat and a book on astronomy. They agree to look at Polaris at night, knowing the other is looking at it, as well.
44"Suspicious Minds"Michael M. ScottEric TuchmanAugust 10, 201310032.07[8]
Bob and Peggy allow an injured man, who shows up in the middle of the night, to stay at the Thyme and Tide. The next morning, Peggy finds him dead in his room. Word quickly spreads throughout the town. Sheriff Davis (Garry Chalk) investigates and Jack covers the story. Concerned with Jack's son's, Eric's, mood, Olivia gives him a job. Meanwhile, at the town's annual Art Walk, Justine receives a prominent booth to display her work. Her father Stan arrives to support her, invoking unresolved feelings.
55"For the Sake of the Children"Neill FearnleySusin NielsenAugust 17, 201310041.96[9]
In court, Olivia hears both sides of Rosie (Kendall Cross) and Zach Westen's (Lochlyn Munro) divorce case, struggling to decide what's best for the Westen children, Allison (Matreya Fedor) and Eddie (Sean Michael Kyer). The case causes Olivia to have painful memories of her own divorce. Jack also recalls his past when he notices Eric is stalling to find a job while taking advantage of his father's guilt. Meanwhile, after budget cuts forces the Mayor to close the town library, Grace raises the money to keep it open herself by hosting a fundraiser, where she meets a charming new arrival, Cliff Harting (Sebastian Spence).
66"Free Spirits"Michael M. ScottBruce GrahamAugust 24, 201310052.10[10]
When Seth doesn't come home from his job at sea, a concerned Justine takes a dangerous trip to a remote Alaskan town to find him. Olivia recalls the death of her son several years ago. Worried about Justine, she loses sleep and is hesitant to go to Seattle for the weekend with Jack. Both she and Justine ultimately realize their adventures might be worth letting go of their fears.
77"Help Wanted"Peter DeLuiseEric TuchmanAugust 31, 20131006
The Westen divorce takes a toll on daughter Allison, and she works more at the inn to escape. Her mother gets a permanent room there and pushes Allison's limits. Then, before Jack and Olivia can get some time away to be together, Lenny (Richard De Klerk), a reformed criminal she helped put in jail years ago, returns to town seeking a fresh start. She promises to help him find a job, but everyone in town shuns him. The harbor's pergola catches fire and Lenny is viewed as the culprit, but a court decision shocks everyone.
88"And The Winner Is..."Martin WoodBruce GrahamSeptember 7, 201310071.83[11]
Justine and Olivia scheme to help Grace and Maryellen (Elyse Levesque) win their respective men—Cliff Harting and John Bowman (Charlie Carrick)—in the town's charity bachelor auction, which is organized by Charlotte. Jack is sure he can count on a winning bid from Olivia, but he questions their relationship when her ex-husband Stan asks her to help him finally deal with the death of their son. The winner of the auction is a surprise to Olivia and the rest of the townspeople.
99"Old Flames, New Sparks"Martin WoodKen CrawSeptember 14, 201310082.23[12]
Threatened by Olivia's renewed bond with her Stan, Jack realizes his feelings for her are moving fast. Meanwhile, Grace spends more time with her old crush, Olivia's brother Will (Cameron Bancroft), who confides a deep secret in her that could change the terms of their relationship. While they grapple with their histories, Olivia's and Grace's daughters begin to plan their futures, as Justine decides to move in with Seth and Maryellen realizes she should take things slow with John Bowman after discovering he might not be who she thinks he is.
1010"Conflicts of Interest"Neill FearnleySusin NielsenSeptember 21, 20131009
After Grace kisses Will, he won't stop calling to confess his feelings. Worried that Olivia will eventually find out, Grace decides to tell her, only to discover Will has been hiding something about his marriage. Meanwhile, Warren has a heart attack, and Justine rushes to his side. This adds stress for Seth, who is debating on taking a four-month job at sea. Stan's wife Melanie (Anne Marie DeLuise) visits Olivia, who is dealing with a minor car accident. Jack comforts Olivia, but gets a call from a sports editor about a Philadelphia job.
1111"Stormfront"Neill FearnleyBruce GrahamSeptember 28, 20131010
Stan files for divorce and decides to move back to Cedar Cove. He claims it's to be closer to Justine, but Olivia senses he is trying to win her back, causing her to be nostalgic. Jack turns down the Philadelphia job offer to stay with Olivia. She is nervous to tell him about Stan's return, and he hears the news from Stan himself. Grace, shaken over Will's lies, finally reveals their affair. After Maryellen investigates John's deceptive past, she confronts him about it.
1212"A New Life"Martin WoodBruce GrahamOctober 5, 20131011
As the Christmas season approaches, Olivia's spirits are down when Jack moves to Philadelphia after their sudden breakup. However, when he returns to hire his replacement at the Chronicle, his lingering love for Olivia arises. Complicating his short stay even further, he finds one last story to cover after noticing FBI agents watching a nervous Warren Saget. Justine is stunned when Seth returns with an offer that could change both of their futures. At the Thyme and Tide Inn, Peggy welcomes Shelly (Hayley Sales), a young pregnant woman whose shocking connection to the community—the identity of her baby's father—is revealed after she asks Olivia for legal counsel for an adoption.
1313"Homecoming"Martin WoodCarl BinderOctober 12, 201310122.36[13]
Justine and Seth finally learn the truth about Warren’s corrupt business deals and double-life, but she gets in danger when cooperating with the FBI. Grace convinces Cliff to give dating another chance, while Olivia and Jack are happily reunited after he makes Cedar Cove his permanent home. They must track down Eric, who now is responsible for his unborn daughter. When he finally arrives at the Thyme and Tide Inn, his reunion with girlfriend Shelly turns bittersweet as complications of her pregnancy force her to be hospitalized. Unexpected devastation hits Justine and Seth’s new restaurant on Christmas day, and the townspeople prove their compassion for others.

Season 2 (2014)

On September 30, 2013, the series was renewed for a second season.[14] Production began on March 31 for a premiere on July 19, 2014.[15]

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141"Letting Go: Part One"Martin WoodSue TenneyJuly 19, 20142001
Olivia and Jack rush to the hospital to wait with his son, Eric, as girlfriend Shelly suffers from a serious pregnancy complication. Scared, Eric angrily pushes his father away, causing Olivia to recall the day her son died in the hospital. However, she must remain strong for Shelly, who has made a decision about her future that could affect them all. Meanwhile, Justine and Seth cope with the restaurant fire's aftermath and a surprising development in the federal investigation against her manipulative ex-fiancé, Warren. Elsewhere, Maryellen goes to extra lengths to help a missing John when two mysterious men arrive to track him down, posing a threat to the town.
152"Letting Go: Part Two"Martin WoodSue TenneyJuly 26, 20142002
Olivia and Jack attempt to stop a mounting custody dispute between Eric and Shelly over the future of their unborn child, emotions run high at the hospital. Meanwhile, Maryellen refuses to believe John is a criminal, but, when she learns he will do anything to protect her from the felons of his past, she makes a drastic move to find him without the police's help, never guessing John will surprise her with a dramatic plan of his own. Also, on the brink of a major life decision, Justine is finally able to stand up to a still-scheming Warren and get honest with Seth about the next step in their relationship, including a dream job offer. Then, just as Jack and Olivia each find the words to break through to Eric and Shelly, they are both able to reconcile some painful moments from their own pasts and welcome a new family member into their lives and Cedar Cove.
163"Relations and Relationships"Neill FearnleyBruce GrahamAugust 2, 20142003
All the women in Cedar Cove are learning how to move on and embrace better futures. Olivia feels pressured when Jack insists on exchanging house keys, unsure of the next step. Suddenly seeing troubling comparisons to her ex in Jack's growing frustration over the issue, she panics, just as Grace faces upsetting reminders of her own failed marriage. After struggling to pay for expensive repairs to her house, she is overwhelmed and in debt. While Olivia tries to convince her to sell the home, Grace doesn't think she can let it go, seeing that as the final, drastic closure to her previous life. Meanwhile, Eric struggles to financially support his new family, prompting Shelly to reconsider their relationship. Also, Justine prepares to say goodbye to Seth as he departs for a job in Alaska.
174"Old Wounds"Neill FearnleyBruce GrahamAugust 9, 20142004
Grace learns her ex-husband Dan (Roark Critchlow) lied to her in a fraudulent divorce, preventing her from being able to officially move on. Olivia convinces her to track down Dan to confront him and take him back to court. However, surprises about Dan's new life arise and suddenly sends Grace running scared. Meanwhile, Jack tries to support Eric after Shelly and the baby take off for Seattle. Devastated and worried about money, Eric then gets an unexpected offer from Jack regarding his future. When Eric receives an even more surprising proposition from Warren Saget, he must make a tough decision. Justine bonds with new friend Cecilia (Emily Tennant) on the navy base, where she meets distressed veteran Luke (Jesse Hutch), who is hailed as a hero after returning from Afghanistan, but has a troubling past and a hidden secret that puts Justine in a difficult position to help him.
185"Starting Over"Andy MikitaSusin NielsenAugust 16, 20142005
Olivia presides on Grace's case against her conniving ex-husband, Dan, over their unsettled divorce. Although Grace is ready to admit defeat, Olivia helps find her own voice. Then, when Jack is assigned to write a piece praising Warren Saget, he is torn between keeping his job or his journalistic integrity. After he writes the article, he discovers Warren has the final word regarding Eric. Meanwhile, Justine attempts to help Luke find peace and start a new chapter, after he opens up to her about the worst tragedy of the war. When his brooding suddenly erupts into a violent rage, she realizes he is much more complicated, and possibly more dangerous, than she imagined.
196"Trials and Tribulations"Andy MikitaKen CrawAugust 23, 20142006
Olivia and Jack realize letting their children make their own decisions can only bring them closer. As Justine tries to help Luke after his outburst lands him in jail, she hides her involvement from her mother, even as he begs her to stay away during his depression. Meanwhile, Eric is determined to impress Warren on the job, while still hoping to get approval from Jack, who worries this rift could unravel their strengthening bond. After Cliff gives Grace an exciting offer right before her move, her reluctance might drive them apart. Then, when Luke goes missing before his court date, Bob Beldon takes a special interest in the boy's struggle and Justine learns a revealing secret about the real reason for his unpredictable outrage. She has no choice but to ask help from everyone, including Olivia who might be the only person with the power to get him what he really needs.
207"One Day at a Time"Martin WoodMark HarounAugust 30, 20142007
Two newcomers appear ready to shake things up in Cedar Cove. With Luke's assault trial getting closer, Olivia meets new Assistant District Attorney Rebecca Jennings (Cindy Busby), who believes winning the high-profile case will improve her chances of getting out of town. Rebecca shocks the courtroom when she demands to prosecute Luke. While Olivia attempts to teach her a lesson before Luke is unfairly sent to jail, Jack meets a former colleague from his past, Jeri (Julia Benson), whose relationship with Jack clearly went beyond the newsroom. Jack attempts to keep Jeri away from Olivia as he watches Eric fall deeper into Warren's manipulations—and fall for Rebecca's dangerous flirts. Then, as Luke faces a tough sentence, he admits his growing attraction to Justine, causing her to take a step back from their friendship to run from her own undeniable feelings before things escalate. After Jeri corners Olivia to expose surprising details of Jack's alcoholic past, Olivia wonders if her own romantic relationship is suddenly at risk.
218"Something Wicked This Way Comes"Martin WoodDerek ThompsonSeptember 6, 201420081.97[16]
Olivia learns Grace has been talking to her brother Will (Cameron Bancroft) again. Olivia worries there is something more than friendship between the two that neither is willing to confess. Upon arriving at Cedar Cove, he reveals some surprising news to his sister that causes Olivia to wonder if Grace is being honest about her feelings with herself – and with Cliff. Then, Olivia confronts Jack when he refuses to discuss Jeri's revelations. In asking him to finally open up, Olivia forces him to consider making a pivotal step in his recovery, with Bob's support. At the same time, Jack struggles to get Luke to discuss his own past for a profile in the Chronicle, just as Luke and Justine attempt to only remain friends while increasingly leaning on each other for support. After Eric starts casually dating Rebecca, he is faced with a work dilemma when Warren gives him an ultimatum.
229"Point of No Return"Martin WoodDerek ThompsonSeptember 13, 201420091.76[17]
Olivia attempts to find common ground with Rebecca in hopes of repairing their relationship in the courtroom, but suspects she hasn't been completely honest. Meanwhile, Jack is excited to land an interview for a columnist position at the Seattle Courier. When he finds out his ex-wife, Jeri (Julia Benson), had something to do with it, he must decide if he can trust her. Elsewhere, Eric is torn when his ex wants to visit with their baby just as his new romance with Rebecca is getting serious. After asking Jack for advice, he decides to be honest with Rebecca, but Warren soon takes advantage of the situation. Then, as Grace deals with the repercussions of Will's visit and asks Cliff for space, the two men unexpectedly come face-to-face with drastic consequences. As Justine and Luke get mixed in with Cecilia and Ian's escalating fight over the future of their family, Olivia questions Jack's judgment.
2310"Secrets and Lies"Gary HarveyBruce GrahamSeptember 20, 201420101.72[18]
Olivia decides to strike a deal with Rebecca to save her career, but doesn't anticipate her resistance. While Olivia tries to learn more about Rebecca's attitude, Jack develops writer's block trying to focus on his first article for the Seattle Courier. Grace rethinks her request for more space from Cliff when she feels threatened by his new lady ranch hand, Alex, and Cecilia moves to Olivia's house. Ian admits to her what he really wants, leaving her to keep one last secret. Likewise, Peggy Beldon continues to hide the truth about her private investigation from Bob, but her confession might come sooner than expected when an old family friend returns to town. Then, an emotional Justine avoids Luke after their close encounter at the beach, but after talking to her mother, she decides to choose between two men and makes a bold move. When Olivia's encouragement isn't enough, Jack travels to Seattle, where Jeri reminds him of his glory days in Philadelphia, sending him a down a dangerous path which could tear him and Olivia apart.
2411"Stand and Deliver"Scott SmithSue TenneySeptember 27, 201420111.93[19]
Olivia worries that Jack's new job is too intense when he stays up all night to write, never guessing the return of his addiction is to blame. As Jack nervously tries to hide his drinking from everyone but Jeri, he excitedly pursues a bigger position at the paper in Seattle, one that will prompt him to consider keeping another secret from Olivia. Meanwhile, Justine receives a decision letter from grad school as she attempts to sort out her feelings for Luke, just in time for a surprise visitor. Eric takes his anger out on Rebecca after Shelly ends things for good, but his problems don’t end there. When Rebecca finds out Warren is avoiding his shady business partner Dick (William deVry) and dodging the FBI, she attempts to warn Eric that his involvement on the record could hurt him. But Eric's stubborn refusal to listen lands him right where Dick wants him. As Grace and Olivia investigate a distressing case of cyberbullying, Peggy finally comes face-to-face with the man from her past she fears the most. Then, while Jack continues to fall deeper into his addiction, an unsuspecting Olivia proposes a new plan for their future.
2512"Resolutions and Revelations"Scott SmithSue TenneyOctober 4, 201420122.05[20]
Seth's return forces Justine to admit she kissed Luke and foreseeing the future she's planned without Seth. Olivia is worried Jack is starting to slip away since their talk about Seattle. While she attempts to learn why, Jack confides in Jeri his real reason for spending so much time at work. Meanwhile, Eric is caught between Warren and his angry business partner, Dick, when both are demanding the truth, but only telling lies. While Rebecca and Jack desperately try to convince Eric to get out before he's arrested or hurt, Eric is left to choose who to trust. When Allison refuses Grace's help to turn her school bully over to the law, Peggy is able to give her the comfort and advice she wishes someone had once provided her. With a new determination, Peggy takes action against her own stalker and the truth about the painful memory she's hidden from Bob for so long is finally exposed. As Seth issues Justine an ultimatum for their future, Olivia finally gets answers from Jack.

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