with trauma and fatherhood, Virgin River has built an entire world where every smile, tear, and secret feels deeply personal. Fans don’t just watch Virgin River — they live it.

That’s why anticipation for Virgin River season 7 has reached fever pitch. After the explosive season 6 finale left viewers on the edge of their seats, fans have been clamoring for any sign of what’s next. Yet, while Netflix has finally delivered an update, it comes with a twist that’s as bittersweet as anything the show has ever served up.

A Long-Awaited Update — and a Heartbreaking Delay

The good news first: Virgin River season 7 is officially happening. Netflix confirmed the beloved drama will indeed return for another round of love, mystery, and small-town charm. However, here comes the brutal part — it won’t premiere until 2026.

This confirmation came directly from Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos during the company’s Q3 2025 earnings call. Sarandos announced that 11 fan-favorite shows are slated to make their comeback in 2026, and among them was Virgin River.

For devoted fans, the announcement sparked both relief and frustration. Relief, because the show’s future is secure. But frustration, because this will be the first time in the series’ history that there’s been a major gap between seasons. Traditionally, Virgin River has delivered a new chapter every year like clockwork — but not this time.

With season 6 released in 2024, viewers expected another installment this year. Instead, production delays, scheduling shifts, and Netflix’s packed 2025 lineup appear to have pushed Virgin River’s return further than anyone anticipated.

The wait will be long — and after that cliffhanger ending, it’s going to feel even longer.

Where We Left Off: A Cliffhanger That Broke the Internet

When season 6 concluded, it left audiences gasping. Mel and Jack — after years of heartbreak, misunderstandings, and love tested by every imaginable obstacle — finally tied the knot. Their wedding was everything fans hoped it would be: intimate, emotional, and deeply symbolic of the journey they’ve taken together.

But Virgin River wouldn’t be Virgin River without a few storm clouds on the horizon.

In the finale’s closing moments, the focus shifted to Charmaine, whose long-running storyline took a dark turn. She was expected to play a key role in Mel and Jack’s wedding preparations but mysteriously failed to show up. When Jack went to check on her, he found something chilling — signs of a break-in at her house.

The scene that followed was one of the most haunting the series has ever delivered. Jack entered the nursery, only to discover something so horrifying it cut to black before revealing what he saw. Fans were left reeling, speculating about Charmaine’s fate and whether Calvin — the dangerous father of her twins — had finally made his move.

Season 7 promises to pick up right where that moment left off, diving into the mystery of Charmaine’s disappearance and its ripple effects across the town. Is she in hiding? Was she taken? Or has she finally paid the price for her dangerous associations? Whatever the answer, the fallout is sure to shake Virgin River to its core.