According to multiple reputable sources in the entertainment industry, Virgin River season 7 will not be released in its entirety at once like previous seasons. Instead, Netflix is considering splitting the season into two parts, each consisting of 6 episodes – opening up a new strategy to maintain long-term appeal and maximize audience interaction.
With a total of 12 episodes – the longest season in Virgin River history – releasing in two parts could bring many benefits in terms of both content and media.
New release model
The expected schedule is as follows:
Season 1 (Episodes 1–6): Released in late 2025.
Season 2 (Episodes 7–12): Released in early 2026.
Netflix has successfully tested this strategy with outstanding series such as Stranger Things, You and The Crown. The goal is to extend the series’ reach, create time for viewers to discuss and add to the excitement of waiting for the next episode.
Why does Netflix choose to split seasons?
Increase subscription retention: Splitting a season in half forces viewers to stay subscribed for longer.
Create more social engagement: Each release sparks conversation and discussion.
Support post-production progress: With increasingly complex shooting and post-production schedules, splitting seasons gives creative teams more time to complete high-quality products.
Impact on the plot
Season 7 is expected to have many big twists:
Charmaine’s mysterious disappearance
Victoria’s investigation into Doc
Emotional conflicts between Brie, Brady and Mike
The appearance of new characters like Clay and Nova
The split season helps the audience “digest” the dramatic knots and increase the suspense effect – especially if season 1 ends with a shocking cliffhanger.
If Netflix officially confirms the split season, Virgin River season 7 promises to be a longer and more engaging season, while opening up the opportunity for the plot to develop more deeply and attractively than ever. Fans should prepare for a two-phase journey – each part can leave you choking and looking forward.
