Virgin River season 7: What we know so far and how season 6 set the stage

Fans of Virgin River are eagerly awaiting the seventh season of the popular Netflix series, and speculation is building about when it will return.

Filming for Season 7 began in early 2025 and wrapped by mid-year. While production has concluded, post-production means a 2025 release wasn’t feasible, making early 2026 the most likely timeframe for the premiere.

Season 6 ended on several dramatic cliffhangers that left viewers anxious for answers.

Jack and Mel’s relationship was tested when past secrets resurfaced, creating tension and uncertainty about their future together. Mel struggled with lingering trust issues, while Jack wrestled with his own fears of losing her, setting up a potential emotional arc for the next season.

Meanwhile, Brady and Charmaine faced ongoing family and custody challenges, including complications with their children that threatened to disrupt their plans.

Other town residents also faced personal and professional dilemmas, from business struggles in the town to romantic entanglements among secondary characters, leaving the community in a state of uncertainty.

Season 6 also hinted at broader conflicts, including the arrival of new faces in Virgin River, potential threats to the town’s stability, and unresolved mysteries involving secondary characters, all of which are expected to carry over into Season 7.

Industry insiders suggest that March 2026 is the most likely window for the new season, with potential release dates on Thursdays, in line with the streaming platform’s usual schedule.

Season 7 is expected to continue exploring romantic drama, family tensions, and the evolving lives of the town’s residents, while addressing the cliffhangers left at the end of Season 6.

The show’s license has been renewed, and Season 8 is already in early development, signaling that the story will continue beyond Season 7.

Fans can expect the new season to deliver emotional resolutions, fresh challenges, and the small-town drama that has made Virgin River a fan favorite.