Virgin River fans have been left with a hole in their viewing schedules while waiting for the return of the beloved Netflix drama.
Fans of the popular Netflix series Virgin River are being urged to check out a similar drama on the streaming platform, but with a word of caution.
The beloved small-town romance, which follows the lives of Mel Monroe (played by Alexandra Breckenridge) and Jack Sheridan (Martin Henderson), has captured audiences over multiple seasons.
However, as fans eagerly await the seventh installation, they are left wondering what to watch in the meantime. A recent Reddit thread offered some suggestions, with one show standing out from the rest.
“I really enjoyed Firefly Lane,” one fan shared, before offering other recommendations. “Sweet Magnolias is okay, I never finished it though. I loved Ginny and Georgia. Idk if I’d say any of these are super similar but I enjoyed them!”
However, some viewers issued a warning about one of the suggested shows.
“Firefly Lane is NOT the feelgood series Virgin River is,” one fan warned. Another agreed, stating: “Correct. Good show but sad.”
And another added: “Exactly. The themes are just too heavy.”
One user echoed these sentiments, saying: “I REALLY enjoyed firefly lane as well. I was so sad when it got canceled.”
Netflix’s drama Firefly Lane, starring Katherine Heigl and Sarah Chalke as inseparable best friends Tully Hart and Kate Mularkey, has captured viewers’ hearts with its portrayal of two 40-something women grappling with the trials of middle age.
The hit show, spanning over two seasons, takes audiences on an emotional journey that traces their friendship from their teens to the complexities of later life.
Fans seasoned in the art of tear-jerkers advise keeping tissues at hand for this one.
In another discussion, a devotee of the series advised on Reddit: “Firefly lane! I finished it though and now have nothing.”
When another Virgin River fan chimed in about starting the series, they received the response: “Get [ready] for some water works.” Although Mel and Jack from Virgin River have had their emotionally charged scenes, Firefly Lane promises a powerful impact that might just tip even hardened watchers over the edge.
As Virgin River prepares its return, many are left wondering whether to delve into the world of Firefly Lane.
