Virgin River is entering a historic chapter. Netflix has confirmed a March 12, 2026 premiere for Season 7, while also renewing the fan-favorite drama for Season 8, officially making it the streamer’s longest-running original series.
The announcement ends a rare gap year for the show, which did not release new episodes in 2025. According to star Alexandra Breckenridge, the delay likely allowed Netflix to space out major releases across its slate.
Story-wise, Season 7 begins after Mel and Jack’s wedding, shifting the focus to married life and their growing hopes of parenthood through adoption. Showrunner Patrick Sean Smith has teased deeper emotional storytelling as the couple builds a future together, while longtime characters like Doc, Hope, and Brie continue to anchor the town.
