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!

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Last Updated: 1/6/2025Network: NetflixStatus: Continuing

8.01

84 votes

#1 - The Big Day

Season 6 - Episode 10 - Aired 12/19/2024

While their guests wait, Mel confesses her fears to Jack. Brady has a rude awakening, Mike and Brie have a serious moment — and Doc gets stunning news.

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8.01

245 votes

#2 - 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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7.85

271 votes

#3 - 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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7.83

88 votes

#4 - Going Overboard

Season 6 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/19/2024

Hope directs the rehearsal and helps Jack patch up a spat. Brie and Mike reach a major milestone. Everett sets out to finish his heartfelt gift.

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7.78

204 votes

#5 - 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

Writer: Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith

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7.77

107 votes

#6 - The Jury's Out

Season 6 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/19/2024

A familiar face returns to town with surprising news. Preacher awaits his fate. Mel meets with Doc to discuss her new plan. Brady puts Lark on the spot.

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7.76

91 votes

#7 - Prelude to a Kiss

Season 6 - Episode 9 - Aired 12/19/2024

Jack and Mel's wedding day gets off to an emotional start. The truth comes out about Doc and Everett. Hope's temper could cause trouble for Doc.

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7.74

258 votes

#8 - 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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7.73

339 votes

#9 - 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

Writer: Debra Fordham

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7.72

240 votes

#10 - 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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7.71

90 votes

#11 - Ghosts

Season 6 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/19/2024

After Mel and Jack run into a paperwork glitch, Jack visits Mandy — and admits a past mistake. Kaia knows Brady's secret. An old nemesis makes threats.

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7.70

213 votes

#12 - 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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7.69

97 votes

#13 - Love Story

Season 6 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/19/2024

Mel and Jack's fathers meet for brunch, leaving Everett with second thoughts. Doc makes a heroic move. A routine prison visit raises Brie's suspicions.

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7.68

210 votes

#14 - 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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I Climbed a Mountain and I Turned Around

7.66

93 votes

#15 - I Climbed a Mountain and I Turned Around

Season 6 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/19/2024

Everett takes Mel to a place that's dear to his heart. Brie confesses to Jack after helping Charmaine. Brady's past haunts him, and Mel lashes out at Doc.

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7.65

279 votes

#16 - 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.

Writer: Amy Palmer Robertson

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7.64

111 votes

#17 - The Broken Places

Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/19/2024

Everett reveals the story of how he met Mel's mother. Preacher faces a life-changing choice. The sewing circle plays matchmaker for Muriel.

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7.63

95 votes

#18 - Brothers & Sisters

Season 6 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/19/2024

Old tensions and buried feelings emerge when Mel and Jack's pre-wedding parties get a little rowdy. Lizzie and Denny are uncertain about their future.

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