Netflix Renews Virgin River for Seasons 6, 7 and 8—Now Its Longest-Running Original Series
Los Angeles, CA (June 12, 2024) – Netflix today announced that its small-town hit Virgin River has been greenlit for three additional seasons, bringing the total to eight and surpassing all other Netflix originals in longevity. Seasons 6, 7 and 8 are slated to begin production later this year, with staggered premieres projected for late 2025 through 2027.
Key Details
• Renewal scope: Seasons 6 (10 episodes), 7 (10 episodes) and 8 (8–10 episodes)
• Returning cast: Alexandra Breckenridge (Mel Monroe), Martin Henderson (Jack Sheridan), Annette O’Toole, Tim Matheson, and more
• Production window: Starts Q4 2024 in British Columbia, Canada
• Expected release: Season 6 in December 2025; Season 7 in mid-2026; Season 8 in early 2027
Quote from Ted Sarandos, Netflix Co-CEO
“Virgin River has captured hearts around the world with its warmth, rich characters and emotional storytelling. By renewing through Season 8, we’re affirming our commitment to heartfelt drama and the talent behind it. This marks a milestone for Netflix and our members, who continue to make Virgin River one of our most-watched series globally.”
Showrunner’s Perspective
Showrunner Sue Tenney, who has steered Virgin River since its inception, added:
“Mel and Jack’s journey has always been about family, healing and community. We’re thrilled to have the creative runway to dive deeper into life in Virgin River—new romances, unexpected twists and the unwavering bond among these characters.”
Why It Matters
• Longest-running Netflix original: Surpassing series such as Grace and Frankie and Orange Is the New Black, Virgin River now holds the record for most consecutive seasons of any Netflix-commissioned drama.
• Consistent global popularity: Each season has ranked in Netflix’s Top 10 in over 50 countries, with Season 5 amassing more than 150 million hours viewed in its first month.
• Strong fan engagement: Social-media campaigns, virtual watch parties and tie-in novels have kept fan devotion high between seasons.
What’s Next for Virgin River?
With three more seasons confirmed, storylines currently in early development include:
• Expansion of Mel and Jack’s family life—new challenges and characters
• Return of fan-favorite residents (Brady, Brie, Charmaine) in major arcs
• A deeper dive into Doc Spivey’s backstory and Hope McCrea’s community initiatives
• Potential crossovers with new characters from other small-town series in development
About Virgin River
Adapted from Robyn Carr’s bestselling novels, Virgin River follows nurse practitioner Mel Monroe as she seeks a fresh start in the remote Northern California town of Virgin River. Through heartbreak, friendship and a close-knit community, the series has become an international phenomenon since its Netflix debut in December 2019.
