5 Lesser-known Shows Like Virgin River to Watch While Waiting for Season 5

The show tells the story of nurse Mel Monroe who moves to a small town to start her life over, and fans have loved the series for its scenery, music, relatable characters, romantic arcs, and cozy atmosphere.

Many viewers say that the show is really addictive because it helps them escape the hardships of everyday life.

But the more we love a show, the harder it is to wait for its next season to be released.

Virgin River's season five is expected to arrive on Netflix this July, and fans are craving to see it, desperately turning to the Internet in search of similar, lesser-known dramas to fill the void. And fortunately, there are plenty of comfort-food shows that can help the fans hold out until July — here are five of them.

Firefly Lane (2 seasons)

Firefly Lane is another Netflix drama based on a best-selling book. It follows the lives and friendship of two girls-turned-women from the 1970s to the mid-2000s. Audiences praise the show, as it's entertaining without being too dark. The writing is strong, the performances are great, and there's a lot of on-screen chemistry between the characters.

The series has only two seasons, and the second part of season two will be released very soon — on April 27.

Hart Of Dixie (4 seasons)

Fans say that you should watch Hart Of Dixie if you love rom-coms, quirky small towns, and shows that help you escape the harsh reality. The CW series has four seasons that aired from 2011 to 2015. It tells the story of Dr. Zoe Hart, who moves from New York to a small town to work as a family doctor. Sounds familiar, doesn't it?

Chesapeake Shores (6 seasons)

Chesapeake Shores is a Hallmark Channel series that aired six seasons and ended last year. It focuses on Abby O'Brien Winters, who returns to her hometown from New York to help her sister renovate an inn. Of course, she meets her first love along the way.

Fans say that it's one of the lowest-stakes shows ever — nothing bad ever seems to happen in Chesapeake Shores.

The Way Home (1 season)

The Way Home is another Hallmark original series that premiered in January and has already been renewed for a second season.

The supernatural show tells the story of a mother and daughter who discover their ability to travel in time and try to change the course of events in their lives. Fans like the new series for its great cast and wonderful depiction of family relationships.

Ride (1 season)

Ride is a neo-Western drama series, also produced by Hallmark, revolving around a rodeo family whose matriarch is doing her best to save her ranch from bankruptcy. The show has only aired two episodes, which have been warmly received by the viewers.