The popular AMC series 'Dark Winds' concludes its third season, where main characters Leaphorn and Chee work to bring justice after identifying a killer, while Bernadette battles for survival. This season, which expanded to eight episodes, picks up six months after Season 2, delving into a gripping mystery involving missing children, an abandoned bicycle, and a sinister conspiracy linked to smuggling. The show has already been renewed for a fourth season set to premiere in 2026, with filming scheduled to begin in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Season 4 will feature eight hour-long episodes and mark the directorial debut of Zahn McClarnon, the series' star and executive producer. Seasons 1 and 2 achieved perfect Rotten Tomatoes scores, reflecting the show's critical acclaim and anticipation for its continuation on AMC and AMC+.

Season 3 of 'Dark Winds' ends with Leaphorn and Chee discovering a killer's identity, as Bernadette Manuelito fights for her life amidst a complex plot involving human and drug smuggling.

The third season comprises eight episodes, exploring a narrative that begins six months after the events of Season 2, with a focus on the mysterious disappearance of two boys and the unsettling clues left behind.

AMC has confirmed the renewal of 'Dark Winds' for a fourth season, which is slated to premiere exclusively on AMC and AMC+ in 2026, continuing the storyline with eight hour-long episodes.

Zahn McClarnon, who plays Lt. Joe Leaphorn, will make his directorial debut in Season 4, expressing gratitude towards AMC Networks and excitement to further develop his character and work with the beloved cast and crew.

The series has been well-received critically, with Seasons 1 and 2 earning perfect Rotten Tomatoes ratings, underscoring the anticipation and high expectations for the upcoming season.

Season 3's narrative intricately weaves together the investigation of missing children and a broader conspiracy, as Bernadette navigates her new life with the Border Patrol, highlighting themes of justice and survival.

Excitement builds for Season 4, as it promises to expand the world of 'Dark Winds' further with new cast additions and fresh storytelling, maintaining its status as a compelling and critically acclaimed series.

Dark Winds Season 3 is coming to an end tonight (Sunday, April 27).

The hit AMC show returned for its eight-episode expanded third season in March on AMC and AMC+.

Now, in the Season 3 finale airing this evening, Leaphorn and Chee attempt to serve justice after learning the identity of the killer and Bernadette fights for her life.

Of course, fans are eager to know if the show will continue on for a fourth season.

Keep reading to find out more…

Dark Winds has already been renewed for Season 4, and has a premiere window of 2026!

In advance of the upcoming Season 3 premiere, AMC Networks already renewed the hit series for a fourth season.

Season 4 of Dark Winds will begin filming in Santa Fe, New Mexico in March, and will also consist of eight, hour-long episodes according to the network. The new season will also see the directorial debut of series’ star and executive producer, Zahn McClarnon, and will debut exclusively on AMC and AMC+ in 2026.

“I’m looking forward to exploring and inhabiting the character of Joe Leaphorn once again in Season 4, and I’m excited to make my directorial debut on a show that means so much to me,” he said. “I’d like to send my gratitude and appreciation to Kristin Dolan, Dan McDermott, and all of the hard-working folks at AMC Networks for their support and commitment to Dark Winds. And of course, I’m most thrilled to be spending time with this wonderful cast and crew whom I have grown to love.”

Seasons 1 and 2 have received perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes ratings.

The third season, featuring eight episodes, picked up six months after the events of Season 2 and follows Lt. Joe Leaphorn (McClarnon) and Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) as they investigate the disappearance of two boys, with only an abandoned bicycle and blood-stained patch of ground left in their wake. Meanwhile, Bernadette Manuelito (Jessica Matten) attempts to settle into her new life 500 miles from home with the Border Patrol, but stumbles across a conspiracy involving human and drug smuggling with far-reaching implications.

Plus, there are already two stars joining for Season 4!

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