The neo-Western crime drama Longmire, a fan favorite that galloped across screens from 2012 to 2017, is stirring up a storm of speculation about a potential comeback. After its departure from Netflix on January 1, 2025, following a decade-long streaming run, the series has found a new home on Paramount+ and Peacock, reigniting hope among its dedicated fanbase. With Warner Bros. Discovery holding the intellectual property rights and whispers of revival talks growing louder, could Sheriff Walt Longmire (Robert Taylor) saddle up for one more ride in Absaroka County? The clues are mounting, and fans are buzzing with anticipation.
Longmire, based on Craig Johnson’s bestselling Walt Longmire Mysteries novels, captivated audiences with its blend of gritty crime-solving, complex characters, and the rugged beauty of Wyoming’s fictional Absaroka County. Starring Robert Taylor as the stoic, principled sheriff, alongside Katee Sackhoff as Deputy Vic Moretti, Lou Diamond Phillips as Henry Standing Bear, and Cassidy Freeman as Cady Longmire, the series ran for three seasons on A&E before Netflix rescued it for three more, concluding in 2017. Despite its strong ratings—often topping Netflix’s charts—the show ended due to licensing disputes, with Warner Bros. refusing to sell the rights to Netflix. Now, with the series free from its Netflix deal, the landscape for a revival looks more promising than ever.
Craig Johnson, the author behind the 20-plus Longmire novels, has been vocal about his desire for a revival. In a December 2024 Facebook post, he expressed frustration with Netflix’s decision to drop the series despite its robust viewership, noting, “I’m curious to see if Warner Bros., now free from the sweetheart deal with Netflix, will finally consider reviving the show.” Johnson, who canceled his Netflix subscription in protest, pointed to Paramount+ as the series’ new streaming home, a platform already thriving with Westerns like Yellowstone and Lawman: Bass Reeves. “There’s plenty of source material,” he told Cowboy State Daily, referencing eight novels published since the show’s end, including First Frost (2024) and Tooth and Claw (2024). These books offer fresh stories for Walt, from Vietnam-era flashbacks to new mysteries in Absaroka County.
The cast is equally enthusiastic. Robert Taylor, speaking to UPI at the 2024 Longmire Days festival in Buffalo, Wyoming, teased, “There’s always talk about doing some movies. That could seriously happen.” He affirmed that he and co-stars like Sackhoff, Phillips, and Freeman would “jump aboard” if Warner Bros. greenlights a project. Katee Sackhoff, on her podcast The Sackhoff Show in June 2025, noted that revival discussions “feel stronger than ever,” citing the cast’s close-knit bond and willingness to return. Fans on Reddit’s r/longmire echoed this sentiment, with one user posting, “The show ended well, but there’s so much more to explore. A movie or Season 7 would be epic!” The annual Longmire Days event, drawing thousands to Buffalo, underscores the series’ enduring fanbase, further fueling revival hopes.
The timing couldn’t be better. The neo-Western genre has surged in popularity, thanks to Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone universe, making Longmire a prime candidate for a comeback. Warner Bros. Discovery’s launch of its own streaming service in 2025 has added to the speculation, as the studio seeks to leverage its content library. “Warner Bros. knows they have a hit,” Johnson told Cowboy State Daily. “It makes sense to extend the franchise, whether as a movie or series.” Paramount+, with its Western-heavy lineup, could be an ideal partner, especially since Longmire has already joined its catalog. However, licensing complexities remain a hurdle, as Warner Bros. has historically been reluctant to relinquish control.
Social media is ablaze with fan campaigns, with X users posting, “Bring back Longmire! Walt deserves another season!” and “Paramount+, make it happen!” While no official announcement has been made, the convergence of Johnson’s optimism, cast enthusiasm, and the genre’s popularity suggests a revival is closer than ever. Could Walt Longmire ride again in a Season 7 or a made-for-TV movie? As one fan on X put it, “The sheriff’s hat is still in the ring!” For now, fans can stream all six seasons on Paramount+ or Peacock and keep their fingers crossed for a return to Absaroka County.
