Virgin River Future Confirmed by Netflix as It Breaks New Record for Streaming Service
CALIFORNIA, JUL 10 – Virgin River surpassed other Netflix scripted series with 84 episodes and maintains strong ratings, appearing 30 times on the Global Top 10 English TV list since 2021.
- Netflix renewed Virgin River for an eighth season after Season 7, starring Alexandra Breckenridge and Martin Henderson, wrapped production in mid-2025.
- The renewal followed Season 7’s filming in Vancouver and Mexico and continues a series that began in 2019 and became Netflix's longest-running scripted show.
- Season 7 focuses on Mel Monroe and Jack Sheridan’s early married life and family planning while introducing two new characters and featuring ongoing storylines around the town’s clinic.
- Showrunner Sean Patrick Smith expressed deep appreciation on behalf of himself and the entire Virgin River team to both Netflix and the fans for their support in enabling the series to move forward.
- With 10 episodes in Season 8 anticipated to debut possibly in late 2025 or early 2026, Virgin River’s renewal indicates continued audience interest despite recent production delays.
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