Virgin River Season 7 Release Date Confirmed for March 12
Netflix has officially announced that Virgin River Season 7 will premiere on March 12, bringing an end to the lengthy wait for fans who have been without new episodes since December 2024. The upcoming season will consist of 10 episodes, all dropping simultaneously at midnight for US viewers, which translates to 8am for audiences in the UK.
Cast Updates and New Additions for Season 7
The core ensemble cast is set to return, including Alexandra Breckenridge as Mel Monroe and Martin Henderson as Jack Sheridan, whose marital journey takes a dramatic turn as they explore adoption. Other returning favorites include:
- Sarah Dugdale as Lizzie, now navigating motherhood with boyfriend Denny Cutler (Kai Bradbury)
- Tim Matheson as Vernon "Doc" Mullins, facing a clinic investigation
- Annette O'Toole as Hope, supporting Doc through his challenges
- Colin Lawrence as Preacher with Kandyse McClure as girlfriend Kaia Bryant
Season 7 introduces three significant new cast members:
- Cody Kearsley (Riverdale) as Clay, a rodeo-hardened character searching for his foster sister
- Sara Canning (The Vampire Diaries) as Victoria, an ex-cop investigating Doc's practice
- Austin Nichols (One Tree Hill) as a mysterious figure from Mel's past
Emotional Trailer Teases Season 7 Plotlines
Netflix released the official Virgin River Season 7 trailer on February 9, revealing several emotional story arcs. The teaser shows Mel breaking the news to Jack about their potential adoption journey, while Brady (Ben Hollingsworth) reconnects with Brie Sheridan (Zibby Allen) to offer support.
Other key developments teased include:
- Doc's struggle to prove his commitment to patient care amid scrutiny
- Lizzie giving birth but showing signs of postnatal depression
- Continued fallout from season six revelations about Lark (Elise Gatien)
- Mike Valenzuela's (Marco Grazzini) impact on Brie's relationship decisions
What to Expect in the New Season
Following the dramatic season six conclusion where Mel and Jack finally married despite numerous obstacles, season seven promises even more emotional depth. The picturesque fictional town setting continues to provide the backdrop for complex relationships and personal challenges that have made the series a fan favorite.
With the trailer hinting at adoption struggles, medical investigations, new arrivals, and relationship reconnections, Virgin River Season 7 appears poised to deliver the heartfelt drama that has captivated audiences since the show's inception. Fans can mark their calendars for March 12 when all episodes become available for streaming on Netflix.
