Honestly, trying to figure out where to stream Heartland feels like trying to herd cattle in a thunderstorm. You think you’ve got all the seasons in one pen, and then suddenly Season 18 disappears behind a paywall, or Season 19 is only available if you live in a specific part of the world. It’s a mess.
If you’re sitting there in January 2026 wondering why your Netflix queue looks like it’s stuck in the past, you aren’t alone. The rights to this show are split up between so many different companies it’s a miracle anyone can keep track.
But here is the real deal. As of right now, the way you watch Amy, Jack, and the rest of the Bartlett-Fleming crew depends entirely on where you are standing and how much you're willing to pay.
The Netflix Situation: It’s Not What You Think
Most people assume Netflix is the "home" of Heartland. It sort of is, but only for the old stuff.
Currently, in the United States, Netflix carries Seasons 1 through 17. If you’re looking for Season 18, I have good news: it is literally just arriving. Netflix quietly set the release date for Season 18 in the U.S. for February 1, 2026. If you can wait a few more weeks, you’re golden.
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But what about the brand-new Season 19?
Forget it. If you’re a "Netflix only" viewer, the math is brutal. Based on how these licensing deals work, Season 19 probably won't hit Netflix U.S. until September 2027. That’s a long time to avoid spoilers on social media.
Where to Stream Heartland Season 19 Right Now
If you want the latest episodes—we're talking the ones that just started airing their second half this month—you have to go to UP Faith & Family.
They are the "first-run" home for the show in the States. They started dropping Season 19 episodes back in November 2025. After a short winter break, the remaining episodes of Season 19 began releasing weekly on January 8, 2026.
Here’s the breakdown for U.S. viewers:
- Seasons 1-17: Netflix (Available now).
- Season 18: UP Faith & Family (Available now) OR Netflix (Coming Feb 1, 2026).
- Season 19: UP Faith & Family (Exclusive weekly drops happening right now).
You can get UP Faith & Family as a standalone app or as an "add-on channel" through Amazon Prime Video or Apple TV. It’s usually about six bucks a month. If you’re a binge-watcher, you could technically wait until the Season 19 finale drops in February and then use a 7-day free trial to smash through the whole season. Just a thought.
The "Canadian Secret" for Free Streaming
The show is Canadian. Obviously. Because of that, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) treats its viewers a lot better than the international streamers do.
If you are in Canada, you can stream every single episode—including the very latest ones from Season 19—for free on CBC Gem. They even have a 24/7 "Heartland Channel" which is basically just a non-stop loop of the show. It’s perfect background noise for when you're folding laundry or pretending to work.
Now, if you aren't in Canada, the site will block you. You’ve probably seen people talking about using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to "digitally travel" to Canada. It’s a popular workaround. You just connect to a Canadian server, go to the CBC Gem website, and suddenly the "Play" button works.
Is it "legal"? Well, it doesn't violate criminal law, but it definitely goes against the streaming service's Terms of Service. Most fans do it anyway because they’re tired of waiting two years for Netflix to catch up.
What People Get Wrong About the "Free" Options
You’ll see a lot of sketchy links on Facebook or YouTube claiming to have "Heartland Season 19 Full Episodes."
Be careful.
Most of those are just clickbait designed to get you to download some nasty malware. However, the official Heartland YouTube channel does occasionally livestream old episodes. They also recently uploaded a massive 27-minute recap of Season 18. It’s actually a great way to refresh your memory if you haven’t watched in a while, especially since the plot lines with Amy and Nathan are getting pretty intense this season.
International Fans (UK, Australia, etc.)
If you’re in the UK or Australia, your situation is even weirder. Netflix usually has most seasons, but they often lag behind by a year or more. In the UK, you can sometimes find episodes on Amazon Prime for purchase, but for streaming, your best bet is usually waiting for the Netflix update which typically happens in the spring.
Why the Wait is So Long
It basically comes down to "windowing."
- CBC gets it first (Canada).
- UP Faith & Family gets it second (U.S. streaming premiere).
- UPtv gets it third (U.S. cable/linear TV).
- Netflix gets it last (usually a year after the UPtv premiere).
It’s an old-school way of doing business in a world where we want everything now. But it’s the reason why "where to stream Heartland" is such a frequent search query.
Actionable Next Steps
If you want to catch up today without spending a fortune, here is your game plan:
- Check Netflix: Ensure you’ve finished Season 17.
- Wait for Feb 1: If you’re in the U.S., Season 18 hits Netflix in about two weeks. Don't pay for another service if you can wait 14 days.
- Grab a Free Trial: If you absolutely must see Season 19 today, sign up for the UP Faith & Family 7-day trial via Amazon Prime.
- Recap on YouTube: Watch the official 27-minute Season 18 recap on the Heartland YouTube channel to make sure you didn't miss any major plot twists involving the ranch's "precarious" future.
The Bartlett-Fleming family has survived droughts and rival ranches for nineteen seasons; you can survive the confusing streaming schedule. Just make sure you aren't paying for three different services to watch one show.
Update for January 16, 2026: Season 19 Episode 7 "Singing the Blues" aired yesterday in Canada and is now available on CBC Gem. U.S. viewers on UP Faith & Family can also access it as part of the mid-season return.