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The Best Episodes of Virgin River Season 1

Every episode of Virgin River Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Virgin River Season 1!

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.

Genre:Drama
Network:Netflix

Season 1 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Virgin River" season 1 is "Carry On", rated 7.3/10 from 983 user votes. It was directed by Jann Turner and written by Sue Tenney. "Carry On" aired on 12/6/2019 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Lost".

  • Carry On
    7.3/10 983 votes

    #1 - Carry On

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 12/6/2019

    When nurse practitioner Mel moves to a remote town in northern California looking for a new life, she's startled by the welcome she receives.

    Director: Jann Turner

    Writer: Sue Tenney

  • Lost
    7.3/10 812 votes

    #2 - Lost

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 12/6/2019

    After finding an abandoned baby on Doc Mullins's doorstep, Mel and her boss argue over whether to call Social Services or find the newborn's mother.

    Director: Jann Turner

    Writer: Debra Fordham

  • ... and Found
    7.7/10 767 votes

    #3 - ... 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

  • A Wounded Heart
    7.6/10 715 votes

    #4 - 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

  • Under Fire
    7.7/10 708 votes

    #5 - 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

  • Let's Mingle
    7.7/10 694 votes

    #6 - 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

  • If Truth Be Told
    7.8/10 664 votes

    #7 - 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

  • Into the Light
    8.0/10 704 votes

    #8 - 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

  • Everybody Has a Secret
    7.9/10 673 votes

    #9 - 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

  • Unexpected Endings
    7.9/10 748 votes

    #10 - 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