💔 Still Dreaming of Jack and Mel?

These 5 Netflix Shows Will Fill the Virgin River-Sized Hole in Your Heart

If you’re one of the millions of fans who’ve fallen head over heels for the tender love story of Jack and Mel, the breathtaking scenery of Virgin River, and the healing power of small-town life, you’re probably feeling a bit lost between seasons.

But don’t worry — Netflix has plenty of emotionally rich, romantic, and quietly powerful shows that offer Virgin River vibes. Here are 5 Netflix series that will help you cope while you wait for more drama in the woods.

🌲 1. Sullivan’s Crossing

Why you’ll love it: It’s written by Virgin River author Robyn Carr, stars Chad Michael Murray, and features a successful doctor escaping to a small-town campground after her life falls apart. Sound familiar? Yep — it’s Virgin River’s spiritual cousin.

Vibes: Emotional healing, family reconnection, slow-burn romance, stunning coastal scenery.

Watch if you miss: Mel’s journey to find peace and Jack’s quiet strength.

📝 Streaming now on Netflix (in most regions)

🏡 2. Sweet Magnolias

Why you’ll love it: Set in the Southern town of Serenity, this series follows three best friends navigating love, family, and career — all while managing heartbreak, scandal, and second chances.

Vibes: Community gossip, cozy romance, faith in people, slow-paced storytelling.

Watch if you miss: The tight-knit community of Virgin River and that comforting “everyone knows everyone” energy.

📝 Seasons 1–3 available, Season 4 confirmed

💌 3. Hart of Dixie

Why you’ll love it: While not a Netflix original, this charming fish-out-of-water tale about a New York doctor (Zoe Hart) who ends up in rural Alabama has Virgin River all over it — complete with love triangles, cranky neighbors, and Southern charm.

Vibes: Rom-com meets comfort TV, quirky characters, emotional undercurrents beneath the comedy.

Watch if you miss: Mel’s big-city-to-small-town transition and the complicated love lives of Virgin River’s townsfolk.

📝 Full series (4 seasons) streaming on Netflix

🔥 4. Call the Midwife

Why you’ll love it: This UK gem centers around midwives in 1950s–60s London, blending heartfelt drama with social themes. The birth stories, medical plotlines, and female-driven narratives will hit right for Virgin River fans.

Vibes: Emotional, tender, historical, medical drama with heartwarming highs and tear-jerking lows.

Watch if you miss: Mel’s medical storylines and the emotional depth of her work.

📝 Multiple seasons available on Netflix

🌿 5. Anne with an E

Why you’ll love it: A period drama full of heart, poetic dialogue, and a deep connection to nature and community. While it’s more coming-of-age than romantic drama, it shares Virgin River’s introspective tone and emotional sincerity.

Vibes: Nostalgic, hopeful, visually beautiful, with themes of belonging, trauma, and resilience.

Watch if you miss: The reflective moments, gorgeous scenery, and emotional storytelling.

📝 All 3 seasons streaming now

💬 Honorable Mentions

• Cedar Cove – Based on Debbie Macomber’s novels; Hallmark-style cozy drama.

• Northern Rescue – Grieving father relocates his family to a remote town; heartfelt and grounded.

• Chesapeake Shores (on Peacock but worth mentioning) – Big family, coastal drama, love and loss, and a beautiful setting.

🧡 Final Thoughts

Virgin River is more than a show — it’s a feeling. It’s about rebuilding from brokenness, finding love when you least expect it, and the quiet power of community.

Until Season 7 (and now Season 8!) arrives, these five shows will help you keep the heart warm, the tears flowing, and the hope alive.