Alexandra Breckenridge, who plays the beloved Mel Monroe, has sparked major excitement among Virgin River fans after dropping a possible clue that Season 7 could arrive sooner than expected.

Fans have been anxiously awaiting the next installment, especially after Season 6 ended with several storylines hanging in the balance. While early predictions pointed to a 2026 release, Breckenridge’s latest update suggests that we may not have to wait that long after all.

 Filming Nearly Wrapped, Says Breckenridge

In a lighthearted Instagram video, Breckenridge gave followers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of life on set. She appeared a bit weary but clearly energized by how close they are to finishing production.

“Good morning, I feel like I’m on day 857 of filming season 7,” she joked, reflecting the long shoot schedule.

Mid-video, she was momentarily distracted by sounds of laughter nearby, adding with a smile:

“Can you hear that? There’s people laughing outside. They seem to be having a grand old time.”

She then dropped the exciting news:

“We’re almost done! Can you believe it? I can’t even believe it. Almost to the finish line.”

 Could Season 7 Premiere Earlier Than 2026?

Although Netflix has yet to announce an official premiere date, Breckenridge’s comments are giving fans hope that Season 7 might hit screens in late 2025, rather than the initially expected 2026.

With filming nearly complete, it’s likely that post-production could move quickly—especially if Netflix aims to keep momentum going after the buzz of Season 6.