Will there be a Dark Winds Season 4? Renewal status and other details, explored

Rejoice, Dark Winds fans! Your go-to American psychological thriller is coming back with a fresh season. Since its premiere in 2022, this series has managed to gain positive ratings and critical appreciation. It boasts a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and 7.7/10 stars on IMDb.

This series is set in the turbulent decade of the 1970s in the Four Corners of the Southwest region. The series follows the Navajo police officers Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon) and his partner Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) as they investigate some disturbing crimes ranging from archeological frauds to kidnapping and murders. Their investigations often blend federal jurisdiction, Navajo cultural beliefs, and tribal laws, offering a fresh perspective.

Here's what we know about the upcoming Dark Winds Season 4

The renewal status and expected release date of Dark Winds Season 4

Before the release of Dark Winds Season 3, on February 3, 2025, AMC renewed Dark Winds Season 4. Although there isn't an official release date for Dark Winds Season 4 yet, the production for the new season has started, meaning fans will not have to wait for the upcoming season. The expected release date for Dark Winds Season 4 is likely 2026. The upcoming season of Dark Winds will be released exclusively on AMC and AMC+.

Dark Winds Season 1 premiered on June 12, 2022, on AMC and consisted of six episodes. Following the first season, it was renewed for Season 2, which premiered in July 2023. Dark Winds Season 3, which dropped on March 9, 2025, came to end on April 27, 2025. It featured eight episodes, whereas the Dark Winds first and second seasons consisted of six episodes each.

Therefore, it is likely, Dark Winds Season 4 will also continue with the eight-episode format similar to Season 3. Filming for the new season has already begun in New Mexico's capital city, Santa Fe.

What will the plot of Dark Winds Season 4 look like?

Dark Winds Season 3 finale episode, which was released on April 27, 2025, delivered major payoffs while setting up the plot for the upcoming season. In the thrilling finale, Bernadette Manuelito survived Budge de Baca's attack using the metal feather that Joe gave her.

She was able to expose the drug and human trafficking cases at the Border Patrol with the help of Ivan. But she decided to part ways with Ivan as she couldn't forgive him for his betrayal, and headed back to Chee's trailer in the Navajo Nation.

Jim Chee shot Dr. Reynolds, the archaeologist who killed Ernesto Cata, and thus they were able to save George Bowlegs. Joe managed to avoid the FBI consequences, but now he has to fix his broken marriage with Emma.

The season ended on a hopeful note for Bernadette and Chee, suggesting an upcoming romance in Season 4. However, as Tom Spenser escaped the arrest, new threats and challenges might arise, threatening their position and even life. On the other hand, Joe might face both professional and personal challenges—fixing his broken marriage with Emma and dealing with the investigation of a new FBI agent.

Potential cast for Dark Winds Season 4

Here's the main cast who are expected to return for Dark Winds Season 4

• Kiowa Gordon as Jim Chee
• Zahn McClarnon as Joe Leaphorn
• Jessica Matten as Bernadette Manuelito
• A Martinez as Sheriff Gordo
• Deanna Allison as Emma Leaphorn

Additionally, the viewers might get to see some fresh faces, including new villains tied to Spenser's gang, a new FBI agent who could disrupt Joe's secrets and even a new love interest for Chee or Bernadette that could be a barrier to their slow-burning romance. Franka Potente (Mayfair Witches) has joined as a guest cast for the upcoming season. However, her character has not been revealed yet.

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