The BEST episodes of Virgin River

Every episode of Virgin River ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Virgin River!

After seeing an ad for a midwife, a recently widowed big-city nurse moves to the redwood forests of northern California, where she meets an intriguing man.

Last Updated: 3/16/2024Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing
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The Long Goodbye
star
8.00
232 votes

#1 - The Long Goodbye

Season 4 - Episode 12 - Aired 7/20/2022

Mel and Jack finally receive the results they've been waiting on. Lizzie organizes a send-off for Ricky before speaking to Denny about his secret.

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Blown Away
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7.85
256 votes

#2 - Blown Away

Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 11/27/2020

Mel tracks down Brady to find out more about Spencer. Hope answers Doc's question. Preacher makes a life-changing decision.

Writer: Sue Tenney
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Father Christmas
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7.79
173 votes

#3 - Father Christmas

Season 5 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/30/2023

Shocking news and unexpected gifts are in store on Christmas Eve as couples and families come together despite their differences.

Directors: Gail Harvey
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Into the Light
star
7.75
321 votes

#4 - Into the Light

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/6/2019

A storm causes a town power outage and everybody gets together at Jack's bar. Mel grapples with her revelation. Preacher investigates Paige.

Directors: Gail Harvey
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Trial by Fire
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7.73
189 votes

#5 - Trial by Fire

Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/7/2023

As danger closes in, Jack, Hope and other residents take action. A discovery puts Mel on edge. Brie sees a friendly face after a tense day in court.

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A Wedding, No Funeral and a Baby
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7.73
247 votes

#6 - A Wedding, No Funeral and a Baby

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/9/2021

Jack makes a momentous decision as Mel grapples with how to share surprising news. Doc is plagued with concern. Preacher meets with Paige's friend.

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Life and Death
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7.70
229 votes

#7 - Life and Death

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/9/2021

Heartbroken, Mel heads to LA to support Joey at her divorce hearing. More of Jack's memories return. Lily asks her friends to care for her children.

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Heroes Rise
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7.65
187 votes

#8 - Heroes Rise

Season 5 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/7/2023

Mel and Jack race to bring Ava and Chloe to safety. As the crisis intensifies, Brady defies Preacher, while Hope proposes a plan to save Virgin River.

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Hazards Ahead
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7.65
263 votes

#9 - Hazards Ahead

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 11/27/2020

Mel searches desperately for Jack, who has stumbled upon disturbing news. Jamie makes Preacher an enticing job offer. Hope questions Doc's loyalty.

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Unexpected Endings
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7.63
321 votes

#10 - Unexpected Endings

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/6/2019

Charmaine tells a stunned Jack to make a decision while Mel is left reeling and Hope is filled with guilt. Meanwhile, Paige opens up to Preacher.

Directors: Tim Matheson
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Everybody Has a Secret
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7.62
317 votes

#11 - Everybody Has a Secret

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/6/2019

Hope urges Jack to read Charmaine's letter. Preacher confronts Paige with his new knowledge. Mel and Doc work together on a pressing case.

Directors: Tim Matheson
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Under Fire
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7.59
341 votes

#12 - Under Fire

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/6/2019

Under pressure, Mel and Jack respond to a medical emergency on a remote illegal pot farm. Charmaine and Hope exchange words.

Directors: Martin Wood
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Labor Day
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7.59
191 votes

#13 - Labor Day

Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/7/2023

Tensions escalate as Brady, Jack and Mike get caught in the crosshairs of an illicit scheme. More surprises emerge for Mel, Denny and Preacher.

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Be My Baby
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7.57
249 votes

#14 - Be My Baby

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 7/20/2022

Mel seeks medical care, with a nervous Jack by her side. Hope's confusion puts Doc in a tough position. A new doctor joins the practice.

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Taken by Surprise
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7.57
264 votes

#15 - Taken by Surprise

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/27/2020

Despite Mel's efforts, Charmaine's stay at Hope's house gets off to a rocky start. A situation involving Paige's past intensifies unexpectedly.

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Once Again
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7.55
216 votes

#16 - Once Again

Season 4 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/20/2022

Vernon and Hope argue about seeking in-home care, Mel confronts Cameron about his odd behavior, and Jack gets his glamping Airstream up and running.

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Jack and Jill
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7.54
228 votes

#17 - Jack and Jill

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/9/2021

Jack and Mel argue about their relationship and their future while competing in the Lumberjack Games. Brie opens up about her painful breakup.

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Out of the Past
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7.53
243 votes

#18 - Out of the Past

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/27/2020

Mel grapples with how to honor Mark ahead of the anniversary of his death. Jack's stress leads him to bad decisions. Hope apologizes with pie.

Writer: Sue Tenney
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Take My Breath Away
star
7.53
232 votes

#19 - Take My Breath Away

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/9/2021

Doc and Mel help Christopher and Preacher with a medical emergency. After an angry confrontation, Jack focuses his energy on a romantic gesture.

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A Second Chance
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7.52
218 votes

#20 - A Second Chance

Season 5 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/7/2023

Mel makes a tough decision. Jack draws a potential business investor. Preacher and Paige wonder if they're on the same page. A council meeting stuns Hope.

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A Wounded Heart
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7.52
345 votes

#21 - A Wounded Heart

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/6/2019

Hope's health scare prompts a difficult conversation with Doc. Charmaine asks Mel uncomfortable questions. Paige keeps secrets.

Directors: Andy Mikita
Writer: Sue Tenney
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Fire and Rain
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7.52
218 votes

#22 - Fire and Rain

Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/20/2022

Charmaine asks Jack for support at the baby shower. Mel has a tough conversation with Cassandra. Preacher worries about Christopher after their call.

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If Truth Be Told
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7.51
329 votes

#23 - If Truth Be Told

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/6/2019

Preacher happens upon a secret. Mel's memories threaten to overwhelm her. Jack has a sincere talk with Charmaine about their relationship.

Directors: Gail Harvey
Writer: Patrick Moss
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The Sun Also Rises
star
7.51
247 votes

#24 - The Sun Also Rises

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/9/2021

The town says goodbye to a dear friend. Brie suffers a loss of her own. Mel and Jack discuss what should happen with their relationship.

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Never Gonna Be The Same
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7.50
192 votes

#25 - Never Gonna Be The Same

Season 5 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/7/2023

Doc confides in Denny. Hope's spa day takes a turn. A desperate Brady reaches out to Mike. On a camping trip, Mel and Jack learn more about each other.

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