Netflix Renews ‘Virgin River’ for Record Ninth Season

Netflix has confirmed that its popular series Virgin River has been renewed for a remarkable ninth season. This development makes Virgin River the longest-running original scripted series by number of seasons on the platform.

The streamer unveiled a first-look image of season 8, which is set to premiere in 2027. In the photo, characters Melinda Monroe and Jack Sheridan, played by Alexandra Breckenridge and Martin Henderson respectively, are seen holding their baby.

Breckenridge expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming seasons, stating, “I’m incredibly proud of our show and couldn’t be more thrilled to have the opportunity to continue into season 9. Everyone on our production works so hard to make the world of Virgin River come alive. It’s truly been a gift to be here.”

Henderson echoed Breckenridge’s sentiments, saying, “I’m delighted to get to play the role of Jack for the ninth straight season. It means the world to me that fans connect with the work we do in such a profound and passionate way. As long as you guys want it, we’ll keep making it to the best of our ability.”

Jinny Howe, head of scripted series at Netflix, commented on the show’s success, “Mel, Jack, and the whole town of Virgin River have become a place that feels like coming home, for viewers around the world. Reaching season 9 as our longest-running original scripted series, with over half a billion views, is a milestone that speaks to how deeply fans continue to love being a part of this community.”

Virgin River is based on the bestselling book series by Robyn Carr. The storyline follows nurse practitioner Melinda Monroe as she makes a new life for herself in the picturesque town of Virgin River, California. The eighth season of the beloved series will begin streaming on Netflix in 2027.