The Best Episodes of Virgin River Season 5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Doc confides in Denny. Hope's spa day takes a turn. A desperate Brady reaches out to Mike. On a camping trip, Mel and Jack learn more about each other.

Director: Felipe Rodriguez

Writer: Tesia Joy Walker

Mel and Jack explore other possibilities for their future. Brady follows Melissa and lands in an awkward position. Romance is in the air at the clinic.

Director: Andy Mikita

Writer: Ildiko Susany

Mel makes a tough decision. Jack draws a potential business investor. Preacher and Paige wonder if they're on the same page. A council meeting stuns Hope.

Director: Monika Mitchell

Writer: Patrick S. Smith

Doc and Cameron try to run the clinic together. Mel supports Ava through a personal dilemma. Jack confronts Charmaine. Brady seeks a second chance.

Director: Monika Mitchell

Writer: Jackson Sinder

After a girls' night, Mel struggles to let go of her fears. Kaia opens up to Preacher. Mike and Brady set aside their differences to nab a criminal.

Director: Jem Garrard

Writer: John Lowe