The Best Episodes of Virgin River
Every episode of Virgin River ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Virgin River!
After seeing an ad for a midwife, a recently divorced big-city nurse moves to the redwood forests of California, where she meets an intriguing man.
Top Episode Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Virgin River" is "The Long Goodbye", rated 8.3/10 from 400 user votes. It was directed by Andy Mikita and written by Amy Palmer Robertson, Sue Tenney. "The Long Goodbye" aired on 7/20/2022 and is rated 0.1 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Blown Away".
8.3/10 400 votes#1 - The Long Goodbye
Season 4 Episode 12 - Aired 7/20/2022
Mel and Jack finally receive the results they've been waiting on. Lizzie organizes a send-off for Ricky before speaking to Denny about his secret.
Director: Andy Mikita
Writer: Amy Palmer Robertson, Sue Tenney
8.2/10 610 votes#2 - Blown Away
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 11/27/2020
Mel tracks down Brady to find out more about Spencer. Hope answers Doc's question. Preacher makes a life-changing decision.
Director: Martin Wood
Writer: Sue Tenney
8.2/10 257 votes#3 - Father Christmas
Season 5 Episode 12 - Aired 11/30/2023
Shocking news and unexpected gifts are in store on Christmas Eve as couples and families come together despite their differences.
Director: Gail Harvey
Writer: Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith
8.1/10 309 votes#4 - Trial by Fire
Season 5 Episode 5 - Aired 9/7/2023
As danger closes in, Jack, Hope and other residents take action. A discovery puts Mel on edge. Brie sees a friendly face after a tense day in court.
Director: Martin Wood
Writer: Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith
8.1/10 299 votes#5 - Heroes Rise
Season 5 Episode 6 - Aired 9/7/2023
Mel and Jack race to bring Ava and Chloe to safety. As the crisis intensifies, Brady defies Preacher, while Hope proposes a plan to save Virgin River.
Director: Martin Wood
Writer: Thomas Ian Griffith, Mary Page Keller
8.0/10 704 votes#6 - Into the Light
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 12/6/2019
A storm causes a town power outage and everybody gets together at Jack's bar. Mel grapples with her revelation. Preacher investigates Paige.
Director: Gail Harvey
Writer: Debra Fordham
8.0/10 278 votes#7 - Labor Day
Season 5 Episode 10 - Aired 9/7/2023
Tensions escalate as Brady, Jack and Mike get caught in the crosshairs of an illicit scheme. More surprises emerge for Mel, Denny and Preacher.
Director: Andy Mikita
Writer: Jackson Sinder
7.9/10 673 votes#8 - Everybody Has a Secret
Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 12/6/2019
Hope urges Jack to read Charmaine's letter. Preacher confronts Paige with his new knowledge. Mel and Doc work together on a pressing case.
Director: Tim Matheson
Writer: Sue Tenney, Jackson Rock
7.9/10 748 votes#9 - Unexpected Endings
Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 12/6/2019
Charmaine tells a stunned Jack to make a decision while Mel is left reeling and Hope is filled with guilt. Meanwhile, Paige opens up to Preacher.
Director: Tim Matheson
Writer: Amy Palmer Robertson, Sue Tenney
7.9/10 315 votes#10 - Once Again
Season 4 Episode 11 - Aired 7/20/2022
Vernon and Hope argue about seeking in-home care, Mel confronts Cameron about his odd behavior, and Jack gets his glamping Airstream up and running.
Director: Andy Mikita
Writer: Sue Tenney, Jackson Rock, Jackson Sinder
7.8/10 664 votes#11 - If Truth Be Told
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 12/6/2019
Preacher happens upon a secret. Mel's memories threaten to overwhelm her. Jack has a sincere talk with Charmaine about their relationship.
Director: Gail Harvey
Writer: Patrick Moss
7.8/10 507 votes#12 - Hazards Ahead
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 11/27/2020
Mel searches desperately for Jack, who has stumbled upon disturbing news. Jamie makes Preacher an enticing job offer. Hope questions Doc's loyalty.
Director: Martin Wood
Writer: Amy Palmer Robertson
7.8/10 296 votes#13 - Calculated Risk
Season 5 Episode 3 - Aired 9/7/2023
Mel makes an exception for a former patient. Brie opens up to Brady. Preacher meets a charming firefighter. Jack goes mountain climbing with Denny.
Director: Felipe Rodriguez
Writer: Talia Gonzalez
7.7/10 767 votes#14 - ... and Found
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 12/6/2019
Mel considers being a temporary foster parent to Chloe while grappling with her own grief. Jack works to convince her to stay in Virgin River.
Director: Andy Mikita
Writer: Amy Palmer Robertson
7.7/10 708 votes#15 - Under Fire
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 12/6/2019
Under pressure, Mel and Jack respond to a medical emergency on a remote illegal pot farm. Charmaine and Hope exchange words.
Director: Martin Wood
Writer: Debra Fordham
7.7/10 694 votes#16 - Let's Mingle
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 12/6/2019
Mel gets a surprise visitor just in time for the town's big dance party. Jack continues to suffer flashbacks from his time in the military.
Director: Martin Wood
Writer: Amy Palmer Robertson
7.7/10 317 votes#17 - Bombshells
Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 7/20/2022
Mel deals with the aftermath of Jack's disappearance while also getting troubling news from Stacie. Mike and Brie continue their search for Calvin.
Director: Monika Mitchell
Writer: Amy Palmer Robertson
7.7/10 314 votes#18 - Fire and Rain
Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 7/20/2022
Charmaine asks Jack for support at the baby shower. Mel has a tough conversation with Cassandra. Preacher worries about Christopher after their call.
Director: Monika Mitchell
Writer: Sue Tenney, Tesia Joy Walker, Natasha M. Hall
7.7/10 267 votes#19 - From the Ashes
Season 5 Episode 7 - Aired 9/7/2023
The devastation brings revelations and reconciliations as the community attempts to rebuild and lift each other up after the fires.
Director: Jem Garrard
Writer: Talia Gonzalez, Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith
7.7/10 212 votes#20 - The More the Merrier
Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 11/30/2023
As the holidays get underway, visiting relatives bring drama to town. Mel and Jack try to track down the author of the mysterious letters to her mother.
Director: Gail Harvey
Writer: Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith
7.6/10 715 votes#21 - A Wounded Heart
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 12/6/2019
Hope's health scare prompts a difficult conversation with Doc. Charmaine asks Mel uncomfortable questions. Paige keeps secrets.
Director: Andy Mikita
Writer: Sue Tenney
7.6/10 592 votes#22 - Taken by Surprise
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 11/27/2020
Despite Mel's efforts, Charmaine's stay at Hope's house gets off to a rocky start. A situation involving Paige's past intensifies unexpectedly.
Director: Andy Mikita
Writer: Amy Palmer Robertson
7.6/10 488 votes#23 - Out of the Past
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 11/27/2020
Mel grapples with how to honor Mark ahead of the anniversary of his death. Jack's stress leads him to bad decisions. Hope apologizes with pie.
Director: Martin Wood
Writer: Sue Tenney
7.6/10 432 votes#24 - Life and Death
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 7/9/2021
Heartbroken, Mel heads to LA to support Joey at her divorce hearing. More of Jack's memories return. Lily asks her friends to care for her children.
Director: Gail Harvey
Writer: Sue Tenney, Amy Palmer Robertson
7.6/10 430 votes#25 - The Sun Also Rises
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 7/9/2021
The town says goodbye to a dear friend. Brie suffers a loss of her own. Mel and Jack discuss what should happen with their relationship.
Director: Martin Wood
Writer: Amy Palmer Robertson