Virgin River Season 5: Exciting Cast Updates, Exclusive Storyline, and All the Latest Buzz

Netflix's successful series Virgin River has returned with its fourth season on the streaming platform in July 2022. Fans of the show can now look forward to season 5, which is confirmed and currently in post-production. Updates on the upcoming season have been steadily coming in, although a specific release date has not yet been announced.

Despite Netflix's lack of promotion compared to other shows like The Witcher, Virgin River continues to be a fan-favorite, attracting millions of viewers and consistently topping Netflix's charts. With 24 books in the Virgin River series to draw from, the possibility of multiple seasons is highly likely. Additionally, the show's relatively low production cost makes it even more viable for future seasons. Stay tuned for more news on Virgin River season 5.

The Latest Virgin River Season 5 News

The latest news for Virgin River season 5 is extremely exciting as the episode titles for the upcoming chapter have been unveiled, providing further insight into the story. The fifth season will consist of a total of twelve episodes, and although the specific order has not been disclosed, here are the titles: "Songbird," "Calculated Risk," "Never Gonna Be the Same," "A Second Chance," "Angel’s Peak," "Father Christmas," "The More the Merrier," "From the Ashes," "Full Moon," "Heroes Rise," "Labor Day," and "Trial by Fire." While it has not been officially confirmed, it is expected that "Songbird," "Calculated Risk," and "Never Gonna Be the Same" will be episodes two, three, and four respectively.

Additional updates for Virgin River season 5 have been shared by Martin Henderson, the actor who portrays Jack Sheridan in the show. Via Instagram in February 2023, Sheridan revealed that the latest installment is currently in the post-production phase. This follows a challenging filming schedule for season 5, with production being delayed by four months from March 2022 to July 2022. Thankfully, filming for Virgin River season 5 finally concluded in late November 2022. However, this delay has left fans concerned that they will have to wait longer than a year between seasons.

Virgin River Season 5 Is Confirmed

The exciting news for fans of Virgin River is that season 5 is officially happening, with the announcement being made in September 2021. Filming has already taken place, although it was initially scheduled for March 2022, but was postponed to July, beginning on the 18th. Actress Alexandra Breckenridge, who plays Sophie, shared the reason for the delay while discussing her return to This Is Us: "They've been trying to get me to come back since I've been on Virgin River. We were originally supposed to start shooting season five of Virgin River in March, but it was pushed to July. So if we had started as planned, I'm not sure if Sophie and Kevin [of This Is Us] would've ended up together."

Virgin River Season 5 Release Date

In addition, the official Instagram account of Virgin River announced on July 18th, 2022, that production for season 5 had commenced. A photo of the cast engaged in a table read was shared along with the caption: "Our cast in a table read for SEASON 5.. Yes, you heard that right folks. We have now started production on SEASON 5!"

Virgin River season 5 is yet to have a confirmed release date, much to the disappointment of fans. However, there is some news about the upcoming season, revealing that it is expected to premiere on Netflix in the Fall of 2023. In May 2023, there was an error on the Netflix Tudum site stating that the release date for Virgin River season 5 was September 7th, 2023. This mistake was clarified by actress Alexandra Breckenridge in an Instagram story on May 19th, 2023. She confirmed that although the September 7th date was mentioned, it is not accurate. The Tudum page has been updated since then, and you can read Breckenridge's full comment below (via PureWow):

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That's an approximate target date, but the exact release date is still uncertain. If it had been the actual date, the outcome would have been completely different. It's important to understand that they don't release information suddenly like that. Is everything clear now,

Virgin River Season 5 Cast: Who Can Return

The core cast of season 4 in Virgin River will be returning for season 5, with the only uncertainty initially surrounding Steve Bacic, who portrayed both Wes and his twin brother Vince. Since Wes met his demise in the conclusion of Virgin River season 4, he will not be making a comeback. However, the latest news on Virgin River season 5 confirms that Bacic will be reprising the role of Vince. As for the remaining cast, Virgin River season 5 will include all the essential characters.

Martin Henderson - Jack Sheridan

Alexandra Breckenridge - Melinda Monroe

Tim Matheson - Dr. Vernon Mullins

Colin Lawrence - John 'Preacher' Middleton

Benjamin Hollingsworth - Dan Brady

Grayson Maxwell - Gurnsey Ricky

Annette O'Toole - Hope McCrea

Lauren Hammersley - Charmaine Roberts

Zibby Allen - Brie Sheridan

Kai Bradbury - Denny Cutler

Mark Ghanimé - Dr. Cameron Hayek

Steve Bacic - Vince

Gwynyth Walsh - Jo Ellen

Sarah Dugdale - Lizzie

Jenny Cooper - Joey Barnes

Nicola Cavendish - Connie

Chase Petriw - Christopher

Marco Grazzini - Mike Valenzuela

Teryl Rothery - Muriel

Christina Jastrzembska - Lydie

Trevor Lerner - Bert Gordon

Lucia Walters - Julia

Keith MacKechnie - Nick

Emma Oliver - Young Mel

In addition, the Virgin River season 5 cast has welcomed four new actors in undisclosed roles. Joining the cast are Susan Hogan from DC Legends of Tomorrow, Elise Gatien from Supernatural, Kandyse McClure from Battlestar Galactica, and Paolo Maiolo from Nancy Drew. Some exciting news about Virgin River season 5 reveals that Netflix's head of drama, Jinny Howe, has highlighted the importance of diversity in the upcoming seasons. She mentions, "It's definitely a priority, and as we expand the Virgin River community, you will witness more diversity and inclusion."

How Virgin River Season 4 Sets Up Season 5

The surprising revelation at the end of Virgin River season 4 is expected to greatly impact the storyline for Virgin River season 5. In an unexpected twist, it is discovered that Doc's grandson, Denny, has been diagnosed with Huntington's disease. This unexpected development will undoubtedly have a profound effect on Doc in the upcoming season. Tim Matheson, who plays Doc, has hinted that this revelation will create a significant conflict for his character. Despite the challenges they face, Denny is embraced by Hope and becomes an integral part of their family. The love and support he receives from them may prove to be just as important for his well-being as any medical treatment he receives.

Denny's sad news is accompanied by Jack discovering that he is the father of Mel's baby, which will significantly impact the storyline in Virgin River season 5. Additionally, it is revealed that he is not the father of Charmaine's twins. The truth about Jack's shooter is also unveiled as CCTV footage shows Vince being responsible. However, Vince's fate remains uncertain, as he is left unconscious or worse after a confrontation with Preacher. Though Steve Bacic is confirmed to return as Vince, it is likely that he survived. Therefore, the question arises whether Preacher will have to continue dealing with the consequences of Wes' death.

With the release of the episode titles for Virgin River season 5, some aspects of the overall story can be inferred. It appears that a fire will be a recurring theme throughout the season, as indicated by episode titles such as "Never Gonna Be The Same," "Trial By Fire," "From The Ashes," and "Heroes Rise." The inclusion of "Father Christmas" suggests that there will be a holiday-themed episode in season 5. Lastly, the episode title "Angel's Peak," which aligns with the 9th book in the Virgin River series, may provide some insights into the episode's plot.

Virgin River Season 5 Trailer

Virgin River Season 5 Has A New Showrunner

Regrettably, there is currently no update on the release of the Virgin River season 5 trailer. Considering that the season is currently in its post-production stage, with confirmation that the upcoming chapter will premiere on Netflix in the autumn of 2023, it is expected that some information will be revealed soon. With any luck, fans can anticipate the release of a Virgin River season 5 trailer during the summer of 2023, which will also bring along a definitive release date.

The latest update on Virgin River season 5 reveals that Sue Tenney, the current showrunner, will be stepping down to pursue other projects. Taking the helm as the new showrunner is Patrick Sean Smith, who has an impressive track record with shows like Chasing Life, Dolly Parton's Heartstrings, and The CW's Supernatural. Smith has openly expressed his admiration for Virgin River and its team, emphasizing their commitment to delivering a fantastic series. In an interview with TVLine, Smith shared his excitement for continuing the show's journey into Season 5 and beyond.