Joey Barnes is a fictional character portrayed by Jenny Cooper in the TV series Virgin River.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Carry On (season 1), they were 46 years old.
They appear in 24 episodes out of a total of 54 aired so far and have accumulated 86 positive votes.
The character of Joey Barnes is mainly associated with Melinda Monroe, Dan Brady and John 'Preacher' Middleton.
Episodes24
Carry On
episode S1.E1 december 2019Mel is starting a new job in a small town called Virgin River. She left Los Angeles big city life to forget and heal and she finds herself in the midst of smalltown life where not all locals welcome her - especially her new boss, the old school doctor.
Lost
episode S1.E2 december 2019After finding an abandoned baby on Doc Mullins's doorstep, Mel and her boss argue over whether to call Social Services or find the newborn's mother.
...and Found
episode S1.E3 december 2019Mel considers being a temporary foster parent to Chloe while grappling with her own grief. Jack works to convince her to stay in Virgin River.
A Wounded Heart
episode S1.E4 december 2019Hope's health scare prompts a difficult conversation with Doc. Charmaine asks Mel uncomfortable questions. Paige keeps secrets.
Under Fire
episode S1.E5 december 2019Under pressure, Mel and Jack respond to a medical emergency on a remote illegal pot farm. Charmaine and Hope exchange words.
Let's Mingle
episode S1.E6 december 2019December 6, 2019 Someone unexpected stops by Mel's home on the eve of the town's annual dance party. Meanwhile, Jack grapples with his flashbacks from his time in the armed forces.
If Truth Be Told
episode S1.E7 december 2019Preacher happens upon a secret. Mel's memories threaten to overwhelm her. Jack confronts Charmaine about their relationship.
Into the Light
episode S1.E8 december 2019A storm causes a town power outage and everyone gets together at Jack's bar. Mel grapples with her revelation. Preacher investigates Paige.
Everybody Has a Secret
episode S1.E9 december 2019Hope urges Jack to read Charmaine's letter. Preacher confronts Paige with his new knowledge. Mel and Doc work together on a pressing case.
Unexpected Endings
episode S1.E10 december 2019Charmaine tells a stunned Jack to make a decision while Mel is left reeling and Hope is filled with guilt. Meanwhile, Paige opens up to Preacher
The Morning After
episode S2.E3 november 2020Mel endeavours to help an uncooperative Charmaine get hydrated while thinking about what transpired with Jack. Calvin offers Brady a new job.
Breaking Point
episode S2.E7 november 2020When police find a body in the woods, Preacher worries about the implications. Charmaine and Jack work on a birth plan with Mel.
Where There's Smoke...
episode S3.E1 july 2021Mel attempts to avoid celebrating her birthday while remembering the past. Doc confirms his troubling diagnosis and begins looking for his replacement.
Take My Breath Away
episode S3.E4 july 2021Doc and Mel help Christopher and Preacher with a medical emergency. After an angry confrontation, Jack focuses his energy on a romantic gesture.
Kindling
episode S3.E5 july 2021Mel is taken aback by Doc's news after they interview a new doctor. To Jack's chagrin, Todd makes a bold request. Lily makes a difficult revelation.
Life and Death
episode S3.E8 july 2021Heartbroken, Mel heads to LA to support Joey at her divorce hearing. More of Jack's memories return. Lily asks her friends to care for her children.
Be My Baby
episode S4.E1 july 2022Mel seeks medical care, with a nervous Jack by her side. Hope's confusion puts Doc in a tough position. A new doctor joins the practice.
Otherwise Engaged
episode S4.E7 july 2022Joey arrives with some shocking news that has Mel questioning her sister's judgment. Jack brainstorms a new revenue stream.
Talk to Me
episode S4.E8 july 2022Mel plans a surprise for Joey but is distracted by her concern for Jack. Lizzie struggles with telling Doc what she saw in Denny's drawer.
A Second Chance
episode S5.E1 september 2023Preacher and Paige wonders if both are on the same page or not, while Jack draws a potential business investor.-
From the Ashes
episode S5.E7 september 2023The devastation brings revelations and reconciliations as the community attempts to rebuild and lift each other up after the fires. -
Labor Day
episode S5.E10 september 2023Tensions escalate as Brady, Jack and Mike get caught in the cross-hairs of an illicit scheme. More surprises emerge for Mel, Denny and Preacher. -
The More the Merrier
episode S5.E11 november 2023As the holidays get underway, visiting relatives bring drama to town, Mel & Jack try to track down the author of the mysterious letters to her mother. -
Father Christmas
episode S5.E12 november 2023Shocking news and unexpected gifts are in store on Christmas Eve as couples and families come together despite their differences.
- Carry On
- Lost
- ...and Found
- A Wounded Heart
- Under Fire
- Let's Mingle
- If Truth Be Told
- Into the Light
- Everybody Has a Secret
- Unexpected Endings
- The Morning After
- Breaking Point
- Where There's Smoke...
- Take My Breath Away
- Kindling
- Life and Death
- Be My Baby
- Otherwise Engaged
- Talk to Me
- A Second Chance
- From the Ashes
- Labor Day
- The More the Merrier
- Father Christmas
Best moments6
- Mel is starting a new job in a small town called Virgin River. She left Los Angeles big city life to forget and heal and she finds herself in the midst of smalltown life where not all locals welcome her - especially her new boss, the old school doctor.
- The devastation brings revelations and reconciliations as the community attempts to rebuild and lift each other up after the fires.
- Preacher and Paige wonders if both are on the same page or not, while Jack draws a potential business investor.
- Mel plans a surprise for Joey but is distracted by her concern for Jack. Lizzie struggles with telling Doc what she saw in Denny's drawer.
- Joey arrives with some shocking news that has Mel questioning her sister's judgment. Jack brainstorms a new revenue stream.
- Mel seeks medical care, with a nervous Jack by her side. Hope's confusion puts Doc in a tough position. A new doctor joins the practice.
- Carry On
- From the Ashes
- A Second Chance
- Talk to Me
- Otherwise Engaged
- Be My Baby