It feels wild to say it, but even though only a few months have passed since season 6 ended, fans are already eagerly anticipating Virgin River Season 7. The show’s production is relatively fast, without heavy CGI or post-production work, which gave hope for an earlier release. Alexandra Breckenridge, who plays Mel, even joked on Instagram about feeling like filming had been going on “day 857” and teased that the season could drop in 2025 — though that didn’t happen.
The delay is largely due to Netflix’s packed schedule: the final season of Stranger Things dominated late 2025, while early 2026 is reserved for Bridgerton. As a result, the most realistic release window for Season 7 seems to be March 2026, with a slim chance for a surprise Valentine’s Day drop.
Meanwhile, unresolved storylines from season 6 continue to haunt fans. The finale ended on a shocking cliffhanger: Jack found Charmaine missing, walked into the twins’ room, gasped — and the screen went black. Breckenridge teased that whatever Jack saw was massive, not just Charmaine being dramatic.
Other plotlines also promise drama. The revelation about Bri and Brady’s affair is far from resolved and will continue into season 7. Mel and Jack’s struggle to have a baby, including their move to adoption after failed attempts to conceive, will remain a central emotional storyline. Breckenridge confirmed that the Marley and baby subplot will be heavily featured, bringing emotional tension for both Jack and Mel.
Overall, season 7 is shaping up to be full of emotional, upsetting, and high-stakes storylines, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.