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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.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Virgin River Season 3 Episode 2 - Sticky Feet
    6.3/10(6 votes)

    #1 - Sticky Feet

    S3:E2

    Ricky and Lizzie struggle to find privacy. Doc worries about Hope, who may be stuck in a hurricane. Mel offers Jack an enticing invitation.

    Director:Martin Wood
    Writer:Amy Palmer Robertson

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  2. Virgin River Season 1 Episode 7 - If Truth Be Told
    6.6/10(7 votes)

    #2 - If Truth Be Told

    S1:E7

    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

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  3. Virgin River Season 1 Episode 4 - A Wounded Heart
    7.4/10(11 votes)

    #3 - A Wounded Heart

    S1:E4

    Hope's health scare prompts a difficult conversation with Doc. Charmaine asks Mel uncomfortable questions. Paige keeps secrets.

    Director:Andy Mikita
    Writer:Sue Tenney

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  4. Virgin River Season 1 Episode 6 - Let's Mingle
    7.4/10(7 votes)

    #4 - Let's Mingle

    S1:E6

    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

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  5. Virgin River Season 1 Episode 8 - Into the Light
    7.5/10(6 votes)

    #5 - Into the Light

    S1:E8

    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

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  6. Virgin River Season 2 Episode 5 - Can't Let Go
    7.5/10(6 votes)

    #6 - Can't Let Go

    S2:E5

    Jack's war memories haunt him when he reunites with his Marine friends. Mel struggles to handle conflict with her sister-in-law.

    Director:Martin Wood
    Writer:Jackson Sinder

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  7. Virgin River Season 4 Episode 2 - Father Knows Best...?
    7.5/10(4 votes)

    #7 - Father Knows Best...?

    S4:E2

    Jack and Brie's father causes friction when he comes into town. An incident at work affects Mel. Doc gets to know his unexpected visitor.

    Director:Martin Wood
    Writer:Amy Palmer Robertson

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  8. Virgin River Season 5 Episode 8 - Full Moon
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #8 - Full Moon

    S5:E8

    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

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  9. Virgin River Season 1 Episode 10 - Unexpected Endings
    7.6/10(8 votes)

    #9 - Unexpected Endings

    S1:E10

    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
    Writers:Sue Tenney, Amy Palmer Robertson

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  10. Virgin River Season 1 Episode 3 - ... and Found
    7.7/10(9 votes)

    #10 - ... and Found

    S1:E3

    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

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  11. Virgin River Season 1 Episode 9 - Everybody Has a Secret
    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #11 - Everybody Has a Secret

    S1:E9

    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
    Writers:Sue Tenney, Jackson Rock

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  12. Virgin River Season 2 Episode 9 - Hazards Ahead
    7.8/10(5 votes)

    #12 - Hazards Ahead

    S2:E9

    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

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  13. Virgin River Season 3 Episode 1 - Where There's Smoke...
    7.8/10(6 votes)

    #13 - Where There's Smoke...

    S3:E1

    Mel attempts to avoid celebrating her birthday while remembering the past. Doc confirms his troubling diagnosis and begins looking for his replacement.

    Director:Martin Wood
    Writer:Sue Tenney

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  14. Virgin River Season 3 Episode 6 - Jack and Jill
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #14 - Jack and Jill

    S3:E6

    Jack and Mel argue about their relationship and their future while competing in the Lumberjack Games. Brie opens up about her painful breakup.

    Director:Martin Wood
    Writer:Jackson Sinder

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  15. Virgin River Season 1 Episode 1 - Carry On
    7.9/10(32 votes)

    #15 - Carry On

    S1:E1

    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

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  16. Virgin River Season 1 Episode 5 - Under Fire
    8.0/10(8 votes)

    #16 - Under Fire

    S1:E5

    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

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  17. Virgin River Season 3 Episode 4 - Take My Breath Away
    8.0/10(3 votes)

    #17 - Take My Breath Away

    S3:E4

    Doc and Mel help Christopher and Preacher with a medical emergency. After an angry confrontation, Jack focuses his energy on a romantic gesture.

    Director:Monika Mitchell
    Writer:Amy Palmer Robertson

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  18. Virgin River Season 3 Episode 5 - Kindling
    8.0/10(4 votes)

    #18 - Kindling

    S3:E5

    Mel is taken aback by Doc's news after they interview a new doctor. To Jack's chagrin, Todd makes a bold request. Lily makes a difficult revelation.

    Director:Martin Wood
    Writer:Lisa Marie Petersen

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  19. Virgin River Season 4 Episode 3 - Grilled
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #19 - Grilled

    S4:E3

    Mel plans a dinner for Cameron to meet Jack, but plans go awry. Connie warns Lizzie to be careful with Denny. Preacher befriends his aikido teacher.

    Director:Nimisha Mukerji
    Writer:Lisa Marie Petersen

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  20. Virgin River Season 5 Episode 12 - Father Christmas
    8.0/10(2 votes)

    #20 - Father Christmas

    S5:E12

    Shocking news and unexpected gifts are in store on Christmas Eve as couples and families come together despite their differences.

    Director:Gail Harvey
    Writers:Erin Cardillo, Richard Keith

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  21. Virgin River Season 6 Episode 1 - Hope Springs Eternal
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - Hope Springs Eternal

    S6:E1

    Mel wants to honor her mom at the wedding and asks for Everett's help. Brady and Lark celebrate his settlement. Preacher's trial begins with a twist.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Virgin River Season 6 Episode 2 - The Broken Places
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - The Broken Places

    S6:E2

    Everett reveals the story of how he met Mel's mother. Preacher faces a life-changing choice. The sewing circle plays matchmaker for Muriel.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Virgin River Season 6 Episode 3 - The Jury's Out
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #23 - The Jury's Out

    S6:E3

    A familiar face returns to town with surprising news. Preacher awaits his fate. Mel meets with Doc to discuss her new plan. Brady puts Lark on the spot.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Virgin River Season 6 Episode 6 - Ghosts
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #24 - Ghosts

    S6:E6

    After Mel and Jack run into a paperwork glitch, Jack visits Mandy — and admits a past mistake. Kaia knows Brady's secret. An old nemesis makes threats.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Virgin River Season 7 Episode 2 - Beautiful Child
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - Beautiful Child

    S7:E2

    Marley assesses Jack's fatherhood potential. Doc struggles to hold back when a patient seeks help. Brady searches for Lark — and his money.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Sticky Feet" is the worst rated episode of "Virgin River". It scored 6.3/10 based on 6 votes. Directed by Martin Wood and written by Amy Palmer Robertson, it aired on 7/9/2021. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "If Truth Be Told".