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Virgin River Sets Season 8 Plan: April Start, Time Jump, Two Cast Exits

Production begins April 22, signaling a time‑jump opener with a recalibrated cast.

Overview

  • Season 7 is now streaming on Netflix, and the series was previously renewed for a 10‑episode Season 8.
  • Filming for Season 8 is slated to run from April 22 to early August 2026 in British Columbia, according to production listings and the showrunner.
  • Showrunner Patrick Sean Smith says Season 8 will open after a four‑month time jump and pick up unresolved events from the latest finale without repeating details.
  • Marco Grazzini (Mike) and Lauren Hammersley (Charmaine) will not appear in Season 8, though a future return has not been ruled out.
  • Based on the production timeline, outlets report a likely 2027 premiere window, and Smith says he has no plans for the next season to be the last.