Critically Acclaimed Mystery Series 'Dark Winds' Returns for Season 3

The Native American-led neo-Western thriller premieres its longest season yet on AMC and AMC+ with a perfect critical score.

'Dark Winds' Season 3 premiered on March 9, 2025, with new episodes airing weekly on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET on AMC and AMC+.
The show continues to follow Navajo Tribal Police Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn and Deputy Jim Chee as they investigate the disappearance of two boys and confront their personal struggles.
Season 3 expands to eight episodes from six in previous seasons and delves into darker, more surreal themes, including human and drug smuggling conspiracies.
Zahn McClarnon, praised for his performance as Leaphorn, explores the character’s guilt, anxiety, and moral dilemmas stemming from past decisions.
The critically acclaimed series, based on Tony Hillerman's 'Leaphorn & Chee' novels, maintains a perfect 100% critic score across all three seasons.