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Daily Record
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Netflix Virgin River fans torn over 'dupe' as some quit after one episode
Fans of Virgin River have been left in debate over a huge new Netflix hit which has been adapted for the small-screen. Netflix Virgin River fans have been left feeling 'torn' over a new TV show to hit the streaming giant. Whilst some have said the new show, which has been hailed as a 'dupe', is worth the watch, others confessed they quit after just one episode. Ransom Canyon landed on Netflix last month. The romantic western TV series is based on the books written by Jodi Thomas, which follows the lives of those in a small Texas town, as opposites fight for their land, their legacies and those they love. But although it's already been a hit with some, Virgin River fans aren't sold. Taking to discussion platform Reddit, one fan opened up the floor to debate on the Netflix series after being recommended to tune in. They wrote: "Under advisement of the VR community I started Ransom Canyon and now I know that you all can't be trusted lol. I quit after one episode and I don't think I'll return." Detailing their reasoning, they continued: "One: RC gives major soap opera vibes. I know the later seasons of VR have gotten soapy but they eased us into it - the respectful way. "Two: The two main characters in RC have zero chemistry. I know there's a back n forth on if they'll get together but I truly hope the answer is NO. They could never compare to Jack & Mel. By episode one I knew they were meant to be." Others soon took to the comments section to agree, as one noted: "Same here. Watched half of the first episode and that was it for me. Nothing even close to VR." Another similarly added: "I watched it because I thought it was Yellowstone-ish and it turned out to be not that. It was anticlimactic and mediocre." "I was recommended RC by at least 5 people telling me if I liked Yellowstone I would like it. I forced myself to get to episode 3 and I just couldn't do any more. It wasn't believable to me! I couldn't get into it!," quipped someone else. Although others were quick to defend Jodi Thomas' novel on the small-screen, as one Virgin River fan said: "I enjoyed ransom canyon a little too much actually" "I watched RC too. Love it!," wrote another. Someone else said, "I enjoyed Ransom Canyon and hope we get another season. Virgin River has soap opera vibes too but I enjoy it also." Ransom Canyon is available to watch now on the streaming platform. It blends a modern Western saga with a classic 'will they or won't they' romance. The show revolves around three ranching families in a fictional Texas town who are struggling to protect their land and way of life. At its core is the blossoming romance between the stoic rancher Staten Kirkland (played by Josh Duhamel) and his longtime friend Quinn O'Grady (played by Minka Kelly).
Daily Mail
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Netflix hit show compared to Yellowstone gets HUGE streaming numbers while fans are already clamoring for another season
Almost exactly a month before its debut on Netflix, the numbers are in confirming the streaming service has a huge hit on its hands. The Nielsen streaming ratings for the week of April 14-20 confirm this show had a massive debut, coming in second on the overall charts behind another Netflix show: Black Mirror. The show is such a hit that fans have been consistently taking to social media to clamor for a second season. While Netflix has not confirmed the renewal yet, some even think it will be announced during the live Tudum event at the end of May, hosted by Sofia Carson. What is this huge new hit show? It's none other than Ransom Canyon, starring Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly, which THR reports amassed 1.12 billion viewing hours for its first week. Ransom Canyon was by far the biggest debut of that week, and had the second-most viewing hours of the week overall, behind Black Mirror (1.58 billion viewing hours). What is this huge new hit show? It's none other than Ransom Canyon, starring Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly , which THR reports amassed 1.12 billion viewing hours for its first week. The series is based on a series of novels by Jodi Thomas, following rancher Staten Kirkland (Josh Duhamel) who is fighting not only fellow ranchers but those determined to destroy his entire way of life. Minka Kelly also stars as Quinn O'Grady, a longtime Kirkland family friend and owner of a local dance hall. The cast also includes Eoin Macken as Staten's brother-in-law Davis Collins and James Brolin as Cap Fuller. The show already has a rather dedicated fan base, many of whom are tweeting at Netflix to announce a Season 2 renewal. Leslie Jasinski (@lesliej42) tweeted at @netflix, 'when are you going to renew Ransom Canyon? Please do it soon season one just wet my appetite!' Others like Lex (@lexxyyylouu) admitted, 'also, ransom canyon is prettyyy good guys' in another tweet. Bea (@elenacharmings) said, 'speak of where is the renewal for ransom canyon S2? every other show got renewed except for this one,' while tagging @netflix. Cath (@cathalyse) said, 'i just finished Ransom Canyon and after the way the show ended, i need a season two like tomorrow.' @netflix pls don't play with my emotions & just renew it already.' The series is based on a series of novels by Jodi Thomas, following rancher Staten Kirkland (Josh Duhamel) who is fighting not only fellow ranchers but those determined to destroy his entire way of life. Leslie Jasinski (@lesliej42) tweeted at @netflix, 'when are you going to renew Ransom Canyon? Please do it soon season one just wet my appetite!' Cath (@cathalyse) said, 'i just finished Ransom Canyon and after the way the show ended, i need a season two like tomorrow.' @netflix pls don't play with my emotions & just renew it already' Another X user (@seniarov) assured fans, stating, 'okay ransom canyon nation i know we didn't secure the renewal today but that makes me even more certain that it'll be announced at the TUDUM at the end of the month #TRUST.' Another X user - @rreenaissance - mentioned that, 'ransom canyon ain't get renewed yesterday aur…' Rou (@guythwartedme) shared an image of Jodi Thomas' eight Ransom Canyon books, adding, 'ransom canyon renewed for 8 more seasons.' Others like @successionceo tweeted at @netflix asking swiftly, 'where's ransom canyon season 2?????????????' M (@itsmislo) responded to a tweet where Netflix renewed a different show (My Life With the Walter Boys), adding, 'Awesome! Now renew Pulse and Ransom Canyon.' Justoromi (@justoromi) added, 'Netflix should renew ransom canyon,' while Anna (@Shawnxjennie) said in all caps, 'I NEED RANSOM CANYON NEWS.' Another X user (@seniarov) assured fans, stating, 'okay ransom canyon nation i know we didn't secure the renewal today but that makes me even more certain that it'll be announced at the TUDUM at the end of the month #TRUST.'
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This New Western Romance Is The Top Show On Netflix Right Now
'Ransom Canyon' is currently the most popular show on Netflix, according to the platform's public ranking system. The new romantic Western premiered on the streaming service on April 17 and quickly zoomed up the trending list. Adapted from a series of books by Jodi Thomas, the show centers on three ranching families in a small Texas town as they grapple with love, loss, legacy and more. 'Ransom Canyon' stars Josh Duhamel, Minka Kelly, Lizzy Greene, Eoin Macken and James Brolin. Read on for more trending shows of the moment across streaming services including Apple TV+, Hulu, Max and Peacock. And if you want to stay informed about all things streaming, subscribe to the Streamline newsletter. The most popular show on Max at the moment is 'The Last of Us,' which returned for a second season on April 13. Based on a video game franchise, the postapocalyptic drama stars Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey as two survivors of a mass fungal infection that turns humans into zombie-esque monsters. New episodes will drop on Sunday nights until May 25. 'Government Cheese' premiered on April 16 on Apple TV+ with the simultaneous release of the first four episodes. David Oyelowo plays a convicted burglar released from prison in 1969 as he pursues his goal of becoming an inventor and reuniting with his family in Los Angeles. The surrealist comedy drama also features Simone Missick, Bokeem Woodbine, Adam Beach and Sunita Mani. The fifth season of 'Law & Order: Organized Crime' premiered on April 17. After the first four seasons aired on NBC, the crime drama spinoff has moved to Peacock. Christopher Meloni plays his 'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' character Elliot Stabler, as he works for the NYPD's Organized Crime Task Force. 'The Stolen Girl' premiered on Freeform on April 16 and joined Hulu the following day. Based on Alex Dahl's 2020 novel 'Playdate,' the show stars Holliday Grainger, Denise Gough and Ambika Mod. The plot revolves around a mother whose life is turned upside down after her young daughter is kidnapped from a sleepover. The New Season Of 'Boarders' Feels Especially Relevant Right Now Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' Deserves The Hype — But 1 Thing Kept It From Being A Horror Masterpiece These Political Thrillers Are Hitting A Little Too Close To Home
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Everything We Know About Netflix's ‘Ransom Canyon' So Far
Saddle up for a new Western show that has a little bit of everything on Netflix. Ransom Canyon, based on the book by Jodi Thomas, will capture stories of a small town in the wild west. Led by Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly, the Netflix series arrives mid-April. Read on for everything we know about Ransom Canyon: More from Deadline 'Ransom Canyon' Trailer: 'It's War' For Josh Duhamel's Staten Kirkland As Jodi Thomas' Book Comes To Life In Netflix Series 'Ransom Canyon': James Brolin, Eoin Macken & Lizzy Greene Join Netflix Series South Korean Content Second Only To U.S. In Netflix's Global Viewership - Ampere Report Ransom Canyon arrives on Netflix Thursday, April 17. The show will be headlined by Josh Duhamel (Love, Simon, Shotgun Wedding) and Minka Kelly (Friday Night Lights, Euphoria) as characters from the book Staten Kirkland, a stoic rancher, and Quinn O'Grady, a pianist who keeps to herself. Deadline exclusively reported the castings of James Brolin as ex-Army captain and now rancher Cap Fuller, La Brea star Eoin Macken as Davis, owner of Bar W ranch which is the main rival of Staten Kirkland's Double K and A Million Little Things star Lizzy Greene as ambitious head cheerleader at Ransom Canyon High Lauren Brigman, who is also the sheriff's daughter. We also broke the news of additions Marianly Tejada (One of Us Is Lying) as former nurse and now barkeep Ellie Estevez, Jack Schumacher (Top Gun: Maverick) as the charming but enigmatic drifter Yancy Grey, Garrett Wareing as the quietly determined Lucas Russell (Manifest) and Andrew Liner (Vampire Academy) as star quarterback of Ransom Canyon high's football team Reid Collins. These four were just the tip of the iceberg in a whopping 13 people rounding out the ensemble cast of the series. Recurring cast include Brett Cullen (Winning Time), Grey's Anatomy alumna Kate Burton, Jaren Robledo (Rez Ball), Jennifer Ens (Chapelwaite), Kenneth Miller (The Cleaning Lady), Niko Guardado, Justin Johnson Cortez and Casey W. Johnson. Philip Winchester (Strike Back) will guest star. Deadline also exclusively reported the addition of Tatanka Means (Killers of the Flower Moon, Horizon) as Jake Longbow, Staten's trusted ranch manager at the Double K as well as Meta Golding's boarding the series as recurring character Paula Jo, Davis' ex-wife. Season 1 of the contemporary western romance show will unfold in 10 episodes. Based on the first book in a series of 10 contemporary Western romance novels by Jodi Thomas, Ransom Canyon's official logline reads: Welcome to Ransom Canyon, where love, loss, and loyalty collide beneath the crimson mesas of Texas Hill Country. With three ranching family dynasties locked in a contest for control of the land, their lives and legacies are threatened by outside forces intent on destroying their way of life. At the center of it all is stoic rancher Staten Kirkland (Duhamel), who is healing from heartbreaking loss and on a quest for vengeance.' 'Staten's only glimmer of hope rests in the eyes and heart of Quinn O'Grady (Kelly), longtime family friend and owner of the local dancehall. But as the battle to save Ransom wages on, a mysterious cowboy drifts into town, dredging up secrets from the past. Vise tightening, Staten fights to protect the land he calls home, and the only love that can pull him back from the demons that haunt him.' The teaser clip also shows snippets of what looks like a romance between Greene's Lauren Brigman and Wareing's Lucas Russell. 'It's a multi-generational family show set on a ranch, and we say it's Virgin River meets Yellowstone,' Jinny Howe, Netflix's Head of Drama, Development, told Deadline in August 2022 about Ransom Canyon, a romance-fueled family drama and contemporary western saga that weaves together the lives of three ranching families, all set against the rugged expanse of Texas Hill Country, specifically crimson mesas. There also looks to be a brotherhood between Staten and Cap Fuller, according to the teaser clip. RELATED: 'It's a contemporary Western romance show, just looking for more in this comfort romance space,' Howe added in the 2022 interview. 'We think that it's going to deliver on all the romance and again it will be a really beautiful vista and setting, very escapist.' April Blair serves as creator, showrunner and executive producer of the Western drama TV adaptation. Amanda Marsalasis directed the pilot and second episode. David McWhirter, Meera Menon and Michael Offer also direct. Blair, Joe Fazzio, Paul Haapaniemi, Laura Nava, Lucas Rojas and Paul Haapaniemi serve as writers on the series. Dan Angel also executive produces. Yes, there are a few trailers. The first teaser clip arrived in February 2025 ahead of Valentine's Day. The full official trailer landed in late March. Watch the shorter teaser clip below: Best of Deadline 'The Last of Us' Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out? 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery 2025-26 Awards Season Calendar: Dates For Tonys, Emmys, Oscars & More
