The WORST episodes of Virgin River
Every episode of Virgin River ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst 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.
#1 - Carry On
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 12/6/2019
When nurse practitioner Mel moves to a remote town in northern California looking for a new life, she's startled by the welcome she receives.
#2 - Let's Mingle
Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/6/2019
Mel gets a surprise visitor just in time for the town's big dance party. Jack continues to suffer flashbacks from his time in the military.
#3 - Calculated Risk
Season 5 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/7/2023
Mel makes an exception for a former patient. Brie opens up to Brady. Preacher meets a charming firefighter. Jack goes mountain climbing with Denny.
#4 - Lost
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/6/2019
After finding an abandoned baby on Doc Mullins's doorstep, Mel and her boss argue over whether to call Social Services or find the newborn's mother.
#5 - Spare Parts and Broken Hearts
Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/9/2021
Lily divulges a devastating secret to Mel. Brie gets to know Brady better and admits something to Jack. Lizzie's ex surprises her.
#6 - ...and Found
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/6/2019
Mel considers being a temporary foster parent to Chloe while grappling with her own grief. Jack works to convince her to stay in Virgin River.
#7 - Full Moon
Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/7/2023
After a girls' night, Mel struggles to let go of her fears. Kaia opens up to Preacher. Mike and Brady set aside their differences to nab a criminal.
#8 - Songbird
Season 5 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/7/2023
Doc and Cameron try to run the clinic together. Mel supports Ava through a personal dilemma. Jack confronts Charmaine. Brady seeks a second chance.
#9 - Otherwise Engaged
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/20/2022
Joey arrives with some shocking news that has Mel questioning her sister's judgment. Jack brainstorms a new revenue stream.
#10 - Rumor Has It
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/27/2020
The town attends the annual picnic where residents engage in friendly competition, romantic tiffs and — as far as Mel is concerned — too much gossip.
#11 - Beautiful Child
Season 7 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/12/2026
Marley assesses Jack's fatherhood potential. Doc struggles to hold back when a patient seeks help. Brady searches for Lark — and his money.
#12 - Grilled
Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 7/20/2022
Mel plans a dinner for Cameron to meet Jack, but plans go awry. Connie warns Lizzie to be careful with Denny. Preacher befriends his aikido teacher.
#13 - Father Knows Best...?
Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/20/2022
Jack and Brie's father causes friction when he comes into town. An incident at work affects Mel. Doc gets to know his unexpected visitor.
#14 - Serious as A...
Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/20/2022
Hope's concussive symptoms continue, frustrating both her and Doc. Meanwhile, Mel asks Preacher to help her surprise a stubborn Jack.
#15 - Breaking Point
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/27/2020
When police find a body in the woods, Preacher worries about the implications. Charmaine and Jack work on a birth plan with Mel.
#16 - Pipe Dreams
Season 7 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/12/2026
Jack and Mel prepare their unfinished home for a visit from a social worker. Brie does Brady a friendly favor. Doc takes a swing at something new.
#17 - Blindspots
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/27/2020
While Jack helps Mike zero in on Calvin, Mel and Doc investigate a mysterious outbreak that could be related to food poisoning. Hope learns a secret.
#18 - 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.
#19 - The Morning After
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/27/2020
Mel endeavors to help an uncooperative Charmaine get hydrated while thinking about what transpired with Jack. Calvin offers Brady a new job.
#20 - 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.
#21 - New Beginnings
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/27/2020
Jack asks Mel for help when Charmaine experiences a complication in her pregnancy. Hope insists that Doc keep their relationship a secret.
#22 - Can't Let Go
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/27/2020
Jack's war memories haunt him when he reunites with his Marine friends. Mel struggles to handle conflict with her sister-in-law.
#23 - Sticky Feet
Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 7/9/2021
Ricky and Lizzie struggle to find privacy. Doc worries about Hope, who may be stuck in a hurricane. Mel offers Jack an enticing invitation.
#24 - Always Anywhere Forever
Season 7 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/12/2026
Mel makes an unexpectedly dangerous house call. The sewing circle shares their concerns with Kaia. Hope and Doc get high on memories of young love.
#25 - 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.