AMC’s thriller series “Dark Winds” returns for its highly anticipated fourth season on February 15, 2026. The season will consist of eight hourlong episodes, continuing the gripping narrative set in the 1970s.
Plot Overview
Based on the “Leaphorn & Chee” novels, “Dark Winds” follows the Navajo Tribal Police as they confront violent crime on their reservation. This season centers around the search for a missing Navajo girl.
Journey to Los Angeles
The quest will take Lt. Joe Leaphorn, along with Jim Chee and Bernadette Manuelito, from the familiar landscapes of the Navajo Nation to the harsh realities of 1970s Los Angeles. They race against time to rescue the girl from an obsessive killer linked to organized crime.
Cast and Crew
- Zahn McClarnon: Stars as Lt. Joe Leaphorn and will also make his directorial debut.
- Kiowa Gordon: Portrays Jim Chee.
- Jessica Matten: Plays Bernadette Manuelito.
- Deanna Allison: Cast as Emma Leaphorn.
- Franka Potente: Joins the cast as Irene Vaggan.
- Isabel DeRoyOlson: Takes on the role of Billie Tsosie.
- Chaske Spencer: Plays Sonny.
- Luke Barnett: Appears as FBI Special Agent Toby Shaw.
- Titus Welliver: Portrays Dominic McNair.
- A. Martinez: Returns as Acting Chief Gordo Sena.
Production Team
The series is executive produced by prominent figures, including the late Robert Redford, Graham Roland, and John Wirth, who serves as the showrunner.
With a fresh storyline and an evolving cast, “Dark Winds” season four promises to deliver more suspense and intrigue. Fans can get a glimpse of what’s to come by checking out the recently released teaser for the new season.