
Virgin River season 8 confirmed as it breaks new record for streaming service: Check release date, cast
It's an exciting news for Virgin River fans as everyone's favourite cosy romantic drama is coming back for an Eighth season just days after production wrapped on its upcoming seventh season, reports Radio Times. Virgin River has just broken some serious records after being renewed for its eighth season.The fan-favourite's TV series is based on Robyn Carr's book, showcasing the relationships between characters in small town Virgin River. It is the longest-running live action scripted series, surpassing Jane Fonda's Grace and Frankie and Orange is the New Black.
Virgin River is getting a Season 8. Yes, you read that right. The hit show, often described as the ultimate escapist comfort watch, has just broken a serious record after being renewed for yet another season.
ALSO READ: Nvidia's Jensen Huang rips MIT study claiming AI makes people dumb, says 'As a CEO, I spend most...' 'On behalf of myself and the whole Virgin River family, we're eternally grateful to Netflix and to the fans for allowing us to continue on this journey with these beloved characters,' showrunner Patrick Sean Smith told Netflix's Tudum of the renewal. Earlier this year, the official Virgin River Instagram revealed that season seven of the show is officially in production, so there's still plenty of time before season eight lands on our screens.
Viewers last returned to Virgin River in December 2024, with the series ending on an almighty cliffhanger about Charmaine and her twins. Season 8 will consist of 10 episodes, but there is a while to go before that reaches screens, with season 7 still yet to be released!What can fans expect from Virgin River Season 7? The seventh season will explore the honeymoon phase for Mel and Jack as they build their lives on the farm, which comes with its own obstacles, as teased by Smith."Season 7 will find Mel and Jack taking their first steps into marriage as they start to plan for and build a life and family together."Meanwhile, Doc and Hope will work together to protect the clinic and the integrity of the town from outsiders," Smith added on season 7, which will feature two new cast members.
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What to Expect from Virgin River Season 7 and Beyond
Season 7 of Virgin River will dive into the evolving relationship between Mel and Jack as their honeymoon phase brings unexpected challenges. The show will also continue to explore the tight-knit family and community dynamics that define the charming small town.
New faces are joining the cast: The Vampire Diaries alum Sara Canning will appear as Victoria, a former police officer turned medical board investigator. She arrives in Virgin River to evaluate Doc's clinic—but ends up crossing paths with someone from her own past. Meanwhile, Riverdale 's Cody Kearsley takes on the role of Clay, a rodeo-savvy newcomer searching for his long-lost sister after they were separated in foster care.
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How many episodes will Season 8 have?
Season 8 of Virgin River will feature 10 episodes, matching the count of Season 7.
Season 8 Release Date Since Season 7 has just wrapped filming and is set to air by late 2025, Season 8 likely won't premiere until sometime in 2026.
Season 8 Trailer It's still early in production, so no trailer has been released yet—but stay tuned. We'll update this space as soon as one drops.
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Time of India
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- Time of India
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Total No. of episodes 22 Total No. of season 2 episodes: 12 Total season 2 binge time: 9 hours and 15 minutes Total binge time: 18 hours and 20 minutes 'Somebody Somewhere' (2 Emmy Nomination): Streaming on Max Bridget Everett and Jeff Hiller star in this comedy. Everett plays Sam, a single middle-aged woman living in Manhattan, Kansas, who when we first meet her, is grieving the death of her sister and distant from those around her. It's like someone turns the lights on in her world when she befriends Joel (Jeff Hiller), a religious, gay man with a big heart who laughs at all of Sam's jokes and loves her for who she is. Joel invites Sam to sing with his gay choir and she finds the acceptance and community she was looking for. 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- Economic Times
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India Today
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- India Today
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