In what has become a ritual that loyal fans eagerly anticipate, the cast of Virgin River has reconvened in the lush landscape of Vancouver, signaling the start of filming for the highly-anticipated seventh season.

Leading the charge is Alexandra Breckenridge, who plays the show’s heart and soul, Mel Monroe. The actress recently took to Instagram to offer an intimate, behind-the-scenes look

at what’s shaping up to be the most dramatic season yet.

“I’m just getting ready for bed here. I’ve been working today,” Breckenridge casually began, setting a relaxed tone before dropping major hints. “I’m sure some of you are interested – I can’t show you everything. But I can do a little something, something.”

With that, she stirred excitement across social media. Fans have come to expect authenticity and warmth from Alexandra, and her cryptic comments about the cast’s table reads immediately sent speculation into overdrive. “Yeah, so anyway, we did table reads today,” she teased. “It’s very exciting. I know you guys aren’t in on it, but we do them in Jack’s bar, which is fun.”

For long-time viewers, that mention of Jack’s bar—the beating heart of the town and a place where countless memorable scenes have unfolded—was a powerful signal that familiar dynamics and beloved character relationships will take center stage once again.

Later, Alexandra upped the ante by posting a charming video alongside co-star Martin Henderson, who portrays her on-screen love interest, Jack Sheridan. In the video, the duo is seen inside Mel’s cabin, beaming with joy as Alexandra mischievously asks fans, “Where do you guys think we are? Where are we? Where could we possibly be?”

While the pair offered no concrete plot clues, their reunion in the iconic cabin set sent the fanbase into a frenzy. Thousands of comments poured in, many expressing unbridled excitement at the prospect of Mel and Jack returning to the screen. “Pretty sure Virgin River being back filming is the best thing that’s happened this month,” one fan declared. Another echoed the sentiment, writing, “Aw! You have no idea how lovely it is to see you two at the cabin again! Welcome back! Good luck with season 7 and thanks for sharing those precious moments with us,” punctuated by heart emojis and virtual hugs.

The palpable chemistry between Breckenridge and Henderson has always been the emotional core of Virgin River, and judging by their joyful energy, Season 7 promises even deeper exploration of their bond—especially after the season six cliffhangers that left Mel’s personal and professional life hanging in the balance.

As if the return of the fan-favorite duo wasn’t thrilling enough, Netflix also dropped a casting bombshell: Virgin River is welcoming new blood into the fold. Sara Canning, best known for her role in The Vampire Diaries, and Cody Kearsley from Riverdale, have joined the cast, adding new layers to the already complex tapestry of life in the idyllic small town.

Canning is set to portray Victoria, a no-nonsense former police officer turned medical board investigator. Her arrival could spell both professional challenges and personal intrigue, particularly for Mel and Doc Mullins. With Mel diving deeper into her medical career and still reeling from recent emotional revelations, Victoria’s presence might spark tension—or serve as a surprising ally.