Netflix’s cherished small-town hit Virgin River is gearing up for its next chapter — and if the buzz is anything to go by, Season 7 may be its most electrifying yet.

With production officially underway, fans were thrilled to learn that two well-known faces from The CW universe are joining the cast. The news has sparked wild

fan theories, frenzied speculation, and rising excitement about how these additions will shake up life in Virgin River.

As cameras start rolling in the scenic landscapes of British Columbia, let’s unpack everything we know about these surprising casting choices, how they could alter the series’ emotional fabric, and what their arrival could mean for our favorite characters.

 Virgin River: Netflix’s Quiet Giant

Since its debut in 2019, Virgin River has slowly and steadily built one of Netflix’s most loyal audiences. Adapted from Robyn Carr’s bestselling book series, the show follows Mel Monroe, a nurse practitioner seeking a fresh start in the charming (and drama-laced) town of Virgin River. Over the years, the series has woven together romance, grief, redemption, and community in a way that keeps fans emotionally invested season after season.

Season 6 ended with shocking revelations, broken hearts, and the kind of unresolved tension that left viewers desperate for more. So when Netflix confirmed that Season 7 was not only happening — but already filming — excitement hit a fever pitch.

Filming Begins for Season 7

Production on Virgin River Season 7 began in early June 2025, with returning cast and crew settling back into the lush, remote Canadian towns that stand in for fictional Virgin River. Behind-the-scenes photos have already surfaced on social media, showing familiar faces reuniting on set — and a few new ones stepping into frame.

Welcome to Virgin River: Camila Mendes & Steven R. McQueen

In a stunning casting move, Netflix has tapped two of The CW’s most beloved stars to join the ensemble: