Take a picturesque setting with mountains, add in a cast of attractive characters, and throw them into beautiful romantic situations, and you will have a recipe that viewers love.
With the majority of Virgin River’s seasons being certified fresh, it’s no wonder that fans can’t get enough of this drama!
Based on Robyn Carr’s novel series of the same name, Virgin River was the first of the author’s works to be adapted for TV, followed by the Canadian drama Sullivan’s Crossing.
The show definitely benefited from having source material from which to draw stories and inspiration for this beloved series.
Now, let’s take things home to where the heart is by breaking down everything we know so far about Virgin River Season 6!
Has Virgin River Been Renewed for Season 6?
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Fans of the series are likely aware by now, but for good measure, we’re going to go ahead and let you all know that the series has indeed been renewed for season 6!
The show got the green light in May 2023, just before the fifth season’s premiere.
Since its second season, Virgin River has done well in obtaining early renewals, with filming sometimes having already taken place.
Netflix’s own head of scripted dramas told Deadline, “You can rest assured that there will be more Virgin River.”
That’s a hefty dose of hope for fans of the series since it doesn’t look like this beloved show is going anywhere!
What Is Virgin River About?
Virgin River follows Melinda “Mel” Monroe, who answers an ad to work as a midwife and nurse practitioner in the remote Northern California town of Virgin River.
Though she thinks it will be the perfect place to start fresh and leave her painful memories behind, Mel soon discovers that small-town living is not quite as simple as she expected.
After the tumultuous cliffhanger ending of Virgin River’s holiday episodes, audiences are likely frothing at the mouth over what important thing Mel’s dad, Everett, had to tell her.
Thanks to a Glamour interview with executive producer and showrunner Patrick Sean Smith, there are a few plot points we can look forward to.
To name just a few, we know that Ava will return, there will be some resolution for Preacher and Kaia, and there will be more insight into Cameron and Muriel’s relationship.
There’s certainly plenty for audiences to look forward to when Virgin River returns for its sixth season!
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How Many Episodes Will Virgin River Season 6 Have?
Virgin River is one of the rare shows that has stayed consistent with its episode count despite its long-standing run.
We can confirm that Virgin River Season 6 will have ten episodes, thanks to an interview with series writer Ildiko Susany.
This news may be a bummer for some viewers since both Season 4 and Season 5 had a total of twelve episodes.
However, that means the show will have to condense storylines into a nice compact plot for viewers to enjoy.
It is certainly not uncommon for Netflix shows to receive extra episodes, often in the form of holiday specials!
Who Is in Virgin River Season 6?
This upcoming season of Virgin River will be packed to the gills with new and returning characters!
Alexandra Breckenridge (This is Us) as Melinda Monroe
Martin Henderson (Grey’s Anatomy) as Jack Sheridan
Zibby Allen (The Good Doctor) as Brie
Sarah Dugdale (Supernatural) as Lizzie
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Marco Grazzini (Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events) as Mike
Grayson Maxwell Gurnsey (iZombie) as Ricky
Lauren Hammersley (Orphan Black) as Charmaine Roberts
Benjamin Hollingsworth (So Help Me Todd) as Dan Brady
Colin Lawrence (Riverdale) as John “Preacher” Middleton
Tim Matheson (Evil) as Doc Mullins
Annette O’Toole (Smallville) as Hope McCrea
Lexa Doig (Chucky) as Paige Lassiter
Stacey Farber (The Spencer Sisters) as Tara Anderson
Daniel Gillies (The Originals) as Mark
Jayce Barreiro (School Spirits) as Roy Green
Brent Fidler (Batwoman) as Unknown
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And if that wasn’t enough, there are all the characters that are expected, at the very least, to be attending the wedding.
John Allen Nelson (24) as Everett Reid
Jenny Cooper (Law & Order True Crime) as Joey Barnes
Dan Payne (Crank Yankers) as Mr. Barnes
Garfield Wilson (Reginald the Vampire) as Zeke
Andrew Zachar (The Night Agent) as Tom
Are we done yet? I don’t think so because as of May 2024, four more new faces are set to make their debuts in the next season.
Gigi Neil (That Reminds Me…), Erin Kathleen Boyes (The Man in the High Castle), Rachel Drance (The Hardy Boys), and Ese Atawo (Supergirl).
Is There a Trailer for Virgin River Season 6?
Currently, there is no official trailer for Virgin River Season 6.
This is primarily because the show is in production, and fans likely won’t see a trailer until closer to the end of the year.
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However, you won’t have to go far because TV Fanatic has your back, bringing you the most up-to-date information about all your favorite series!
Where Can I Watch Virgin River Season 6?
You might wonder why we would even need to tell you where this heartwarming show’s home is, but we’re not taking any chances.
Returning audiences, as well as new ones, can find the series on Netflix.
All episodes drop at the same time unless they are divided into seasonal parts.
The previous five seasons are on the streamer for viewers to rewatch and catch up before what is sure to be a love-filled and drama-packed sixth season.
When Is the Premiere Date for Virgin River Season 6?
There is no official premiere date set for Virgin River Season 6, but it has been noted that the series was not included in Netflix’s roster for the new and returning shows of 2024.
Filming for the show began in February 2024, with expectations of concluding in May 2024 and post-production spanning the rest of the year.
At the moment, it’s speculated that the series will return in early 2025 as part of Netflix’s midseason releases.
What Other Shows Are Premiering?
While the wait for the next installment of this series with all the warmth and comfort of a cozy blanket with a hot cup of cocoa may be long, Netflix has a whole roster of new and returning shows to keep viewers entertained in the meantime!
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When you’re ready for sword-wielding hunks and enough magic and monster to give D&D a run for its money, check out the first three seasons of The Witcher before its season four premiere.
For some high-flying fun on the high seas, join Luffy and The Straw Hat Pirates as they set sail in search of the fabled “One Piece” when the series returns for its second season.
Julianne Moore is bringing a sexy good time to Netflix in the upcoming dark comedy series Sirens and stars Milly Alcock in a miniseries about women, power, and class.
If the idea of a young, bumbling, but handsome and intelligent lawyer working for the CIA in the most un-lawyer of situations, give the first season of The Recruit a watch before its Season 2 return.
With so many talented actors joining the cast of Virgin River on top of the fifth-season cliffhangers, Season 6 will have fans smiling and crying at the same time.
Are you at the edge of your seat to know what Mel’s dad needs to tell her?
What other Netflix series will you be adding to your watch list?
Drop a comment to let us know, and join us again when we tell you everything we know so far about your favorite new and returning shows!