Have you been keeping up with Virgin River? Netflix has just released part 2 of season 5, based all around the Christmas period. Virgin River really didn't hold back with the dramatic twists and turns and of course, a cliffhanger - which might be a little promise from Netflix that another season is on the cards.
The popular TV show first debuted in 2019 and follows Mel Monore, a nurse who had just lost her husband. The grief convinced her to move to North California in a remote town, away from the hustle and bustle of LA. However, moving to a more remote area proved to be anything less than quiet or dramatic.
So what happened in Virgin River Season 5 part 2? Here's everything we know, including the ending explained. Beware, spoilers do lie ahead.
A new arrival
Let's start this summary with the most positive news; Charmaine finally gives birth. We see the entire thing unfold, and Mel actually delivers her twins, there was a slight bump in the delivery but it all works out in the end. But, in Virgin River style, a little drama unfolds - we find out that Calvin is the father. Turns out the FBI has dropped all charges against Calvin. What do you think of this? Were you hoping that Calvin was the father or somebody else?
Family reunions
Another arguably positive news, Mel tracks down her biological father with help from Jack. The show follows them as they connect certain dots and follow certain leads. Her father, Everett lives in a cabin in Virgin River, believe it or not. It all seems promising, especially since Mel sees similarities between him and an old photograph she has of her dad. However, things aren't as happy as they should be - he completely disregards the fact that he could be Mel's father and rejects her. This obviously upsets Mel. However, a slight twist occurs at the end when he shows up at Mel's house and states that Mel looked too much like her mother and it was breaking her heart. Was this acceptable, though?
With Mel's father being so absent, Mel actually asks Doc if he can walk her down the aisle when she finally ties the knot with Jack.
Pregnancy secret revealed
Elsewhere in Virgin River, more family drama is happening. Lizzie's mother finds out that she is pregnant after overhearing a conversation between her and Denny. Lizzie's mum states that she will support her during her pregnancy, which must be a relief to Lizzie.
On that note, Lizzy and Denny also decide that they don't want to be married just yet. Denny doesn't want Lizzie to be taking care of him and the baby.
Ex-relationship run-ins
A few of the characters run into their exes, creating a series of drama. Brie and Dan run into each other and talk about their new relationships and also talk about their breakup, then they later confess that they hate seeing that they've moved on and there's a little hint that they might not be completely over.
A different run-in (with a very different outcome) occurs with Cameron who runs into his ex-fiance who tells him that she wants to start a family with him now that she is finally sober. However, he sends her away because he is happy with Muriel. Do you think this will prove to cause more problems in the future?
Christmas drama
Even the Christmas period doesn't make the characters in Virgin River chill out with the drama. Jack's dad refuses to come together for Christmas as he's jealous of his mum's new relationship. Muriel also tells Cameron that she doesn't want children, which might also just cause more issues in the future.
How does Virgin River Season Five End?
So, as we mentioned, Virgin River ends with Mel's day showing up outside her house, basically saying that her mother's passing broke his heart and he cannot stand to see Mel because she reminds him of her.
However, the season ends with him saying "I’ve got something important I need to tell you."
Of course, in true Virgin River style, this is where it ends. So what could this mean? What could he possibly have to tell her after all these years? Fans of the show have come up with theories about death, half-siblings, or information about her mother. What do you think it is?
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