If you’re searching for your next emotional comfort watch after Virgin River, Netflix may already have the answer.
The streaming giant has officially released Remarkably Bright Creatures, a heartwarming new drama starring Sally Field and Lewis Pullman — and viewers are already comparing its gentle storytelling style to beloved Hallmark movies and small-town romance series.
The film follows an unlikely connection involving grief, healing, and even a talking octopus, creating the kind of emotional atmosphere many Virgin River fans adore.
While critics remain divided, audiences looking for uplifting storytelling may still find plenty to love. Some reviewers praised the chemistry between the lead actors, saying they bring authenticity and warmth to an otherwise familiar narrative.
Others were less impressed, with one review calling the film “ridiculously corny” for leaning heavily into sentimentality.
Still, for viewers who enjoy emotional comfort viewing filled with heart, hope, and quirky charm, Remarkably Bright Creatures could quickly become Netflix’s newest feel-good obsession.