Virgin River enthusiasts who are hankering for another show brimming with small-town charm and a touching romantic thread need search no more.
With five snug seasons that blend romance with a touch of the mystical, this drama is ready to be binged on .
Devotees have noted that this series runs pretty much parallel to Virgin River, featuring nurse Mel Monroe (played by Alexandra Breckenridge) as she relocates to a tiny community and falls for Jack Sheridan (Martin Henderson).
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What sets it apart? The lead in this Hallmark charmer is none other than the town's psychic, whose premonitions guide her in aiding Middleton's residents from her esoteric shop, Bell, Book and Candle.
Good Witch showcases Catherine Bell as Cassandra 'Cassie' Nightingale, a solo mum to her teenager Grace Russell (Bailee Madison), who finds romance with Middleton's fresh-faced medic, Sam Radford (James Denton). The viewing public has truly taken this series to heart across its run which wrapped up in 2021, marking it as an ideal candidate for Virgin River fans eagerly anticipating the show's seventh instalment.
A certain Reddit user couldn't help expressing: "Virgin River is just The Good Witch", reports .
They continued, "I finished Virgin River and went straight into the Good Witch after and it is UNCANNY how it's basically the same story?" Adding to their observation, they remarked, "Like, literally even the actor who plays Muriel (Teryl Rothery) shows up in the Good Witch too...as a TV star!"
Wrapping up their comparison with a concise summary: "Big city medical professional, moves to a small town after a big life change to 'get away'.
"Under the false promises of the mayor for high quality facilities that don't actually exist. Cute local helps them get acquainted with the town and get the small town folks to trust them.
"Female main character is recently widowed, male main character has a crazy ex who messes with their blooming relationship by being manipulative and using their child against them.
"There's an eccentric town mayor who doesn't seem to really accomplish much other than throw festivals."
They finally urged other fans: "Anyone else watched both shows and feel the same de ja vu??????"
It seems they're not alone, as another chimed in: "I love The Good Witch! Most of these shows (I'll also lump When Calls The Heart into this) have the same tropes.
"In the end we're all suckers for them lol. They're comforting."
Curiosity piqued, another fan expressed interest: "I haven't watched The Good Witch but based on your description, it sounds right up my alley."
For those looking to indulge in these heartwarming series, most episodes are available on Netflix in the UK, providing the perfect pick-me-up before Virgin River makes its anticipated comeback.
Virgin River is available to stream on Netflix. Good Witch is available on Netflix in the UK and the Hallmark Channel in the US.