Get ready, Virgin River fans, because Mel and Jack are about to walk down the aisle! After years of anticipation, the couple is finally set to tie the knot in season 6, which will premiere on Netflix on December 19. The upcoming season promises not only a long-awaited wedding but plenty of twists, turns, and drama set against the backdrop of the picturesque Northern California town.
In a first look released on October 7, Netflix teased that season 6 will feature all the milestones of Mel and Jack’s wedding preparations, from bachelor and bachelorette parties to the rehearsal dinner. “Babies and wedding bells are never off the table on Virgin River,” showrunner Patrick Sean Smith teased.
Set a few months after the two Christmas-themed episodes that concluded season 5, season 6 will explore Mel and Jack’s journey deeper into spring as they continue to plan their future together. Expect to see them advance in their path to parenthood while also making Lilly’s (Lynda Boyd) farm their dream home, a decision they made in the season 5 finale. As Smith promised, the season will feature escalating love triangles and wedding drama, with a healthy dose of romantic moments.
Another major plotline in season 6 will dive into Mel’s biological father, Everett Reid (John Allen Nelson), whose identity was revealed to fans in season 5. Everett, who has long kept a secret, will have his story explored through flashbacks set in the 1970s, shedding light on his love affair with Mel’s mother, Sarah. Two new faces, Jessica Rothe and Callum Kerr, join the cast as the younger versions of Sarah and Everett. The flashbacks will depict the couple’s first meeting in 1972, with Sarah falling for Everett, a free-spirited singer-songwriter, who finds his life turning upside down after meeting her.
As the season unfolds, expect to see new directions for other characters as well. Preacher (Colin Lawrence), Brady (Benjamin Hollingsworth), and Kaia (Kandyse McClure) will each find themselves in different situations, with Brady volunteering at the Virgin River fire station under Fire Chief Kaia. Preacher’s past sins will also be a focus as his story continues to evolve.
Smith also hinted at the return of some familiar faces from the past, adding more excitement to the highly anticipated season.
With romance, mystery, and drama at every turn, Virgin River season 6 is shaping up to be one of the most captivating yet. Fans can look forward to witnessing the growth of beloved characters, fresh storylines, and of course, the magical wedding we’ve all been waiting for!
