The highly-anticipated fourth season of Netflix's Virgin River has generated significant buzz among fans, and for good reason. The popular drama series has seen its fair share of twists and turns, with some characters facing uncertain futures.

One notable absence from Season 3 was that of Hope, played by actress Annette O'Toole. According to reports, O'Toole was unable to travel to film due to restrictions, but in the show, her character's absence was attributed to a visit to an aunt in another state. Fans can expect to see Hope return in Season 4.

Meanwhile, Jack's (Martin Henderson) future looks precarious following his arrest for the shooting of Jack at the end of Season 2. Mel (Alexandra Breckenridge), on the other hand, is expecting a baby in Season 4, but the identity of the father remains a mystery.

Newcomer Rohain Arora will join the cast in Season 4 as a waiter, while Mark Ghanimé and Kai Bradbury have been confirmed to return for another season. The show's filming location, The Watershed Grill, has also been revealed to be a key spot for scenes featuring Jack's bar.

Filming for Virgin River Season 4 took place between August 30th and September 2nd at The Watershed Grill, as well as on other dates in August 2021. The show is entirely filmed in Vancouver, Canada, with production listings hinting at the return of the series for two more seasons.

In a post on Instagram, Colin Lawrence announced that Season 4 would be even longer than previous seasons, consisting of 12 episodes instead of the usual 10. This news comes as a relief to fans who have been eagerly awaiting updates on the show's future.

Virgin River has proven to be a fan favorite, and with its expanded episode count and new cast members, Season 4 promises to deliver even more drama and excitement for viewers.

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