Dark Winds

AMC · 2022–present · 3 Seasons · 18 Episodes · Returning Series
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About Dark Winds

Dark Winds is an AMC crime thriller, developed by Graham Roland from Tony Hillerman's Leaphorn & Chee novels, that premiered in 2022. Set on the Navajo Nation in the 1970s American Southwest, it follows Tribal Police Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn and his deputy Jim Chee as they investigate crimes that braid hard-boiled mystery with Navajo culture, spirituality, and the tensions between tribal and federal power.

Atmospheric and groundbreaking — led by Indigenous talent in front of and behind the camera — the series renders the high-desert landscape and Navajo life with rare authenticity, using its procedural frame to explore grief, faith, and identity. Its acclaim and devoted audience made it a flagship of Indigenous-led television.

Anchored by Zahn McClarnon's commanding Leaphorn, Dark Winds is a richly textured modern Western mystery.

Production Details & Legacy

Dark Winds was created by Graham Roland and originally aired on AMC, with streaming available on AMC+. The series ran for 3 seasons and 18 episodes from 2022–present, establishing itself as a landmark entry in the crime and drama and thriller genres. The series continues to captivate audiences with each new season, maintaining strong viewership and active fan engagement across social media platforms and streaming.

The series features a rich ensemble of characters that have become iconic within television fandom. TVCeleb profiles 3 key characters from Dark Winds, including Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon), Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon), Bernadette Manuelito (Jessica Matten). Each character has inspired dedicated fan communities, extensive analysis, and passionate debate about their motivations, relationships, and story arcs throughout the series.

Dark Winds holds a Fan Heat Score of 80 out of 100 on TVCeleb, reflecting the intensity and passion of its fanbase. This strong score reflects sustained fan engagement and cultural relevance that extends well beyond its original air dates. The series is notable for its crime, mystery, period qualities, which have contributed to its enduring appeal and cross-generational viewership.

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? Frequently Asked Questions

Dark Winds adapts Tony Hillerman's novels into an AMC crime thriller following Navajo Tribal Police on the 1970s Navajo Nation.

Dark Winds has run for multiple seasons on AMC since 2022 and continues with new episodes.

Dark Winds streams on AMC+. Availability varies by region, so check your local streaming guide for current options.