Fans of ‘Dark Winds’ have been eagerly waiting for the return of the popular psychological thriller series. The wait is now over, as Season 3 has officially premiered, bringing more suspense, mystery, and thrilling investigations to viewers.
According to a report by Decider, ‘Dark Winds’ Season 3 made its debut on Sunday, March 9, 2025. This new season offers more content than before, with a total of eight episodes, compared to the six episodes featured in both Seasons 1 and 2. The show’s growing popularity has already secured a fourth season, which is set to release in 2026 and will also have eight episodes.
For those wondering what Season 3 is all about, AMC has shared some exciting details. The story picks up six months after the Season 2 finale. The plot follows Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee as they team up to investigate the mysterious disappearance of two young boys. True to its style, the show promises another suspenseful and intense journey that dives deep into both crime-solving and cultural storytelling.
Viewers who are ready to tune in can catch new episodes of ‘Dark Winds’ on several networks and streaming platforms. The show airs on AMC, BBC America, SundanceTV, and AMC+. New episodes premiere every Sunday at 9:00 p.m. ET on these channels. For AMC+ subscribers, the episodes are available early in the day at 3:01 a.m. ET on the same date.
Those interested in streaming ‘Dark Winds’ Season 3 have a few options. AMC+ is available for $6.99 per month, and there’s also an ad-free yearly subscription for $95.88. New users can take advantage of a seven-day free trial before committing. In addition to being a standalone service, AMC+ can be bundled with platforms like Sling TV, YouTube TV, and Philo, making it more accessible to different audiences.
For users of Amazon Prime Video, AMC+ is also offered as an additional channel for $6.99 per month. Amazon typically provides free trial periods for new subscribers as well.
If you’re hoping to watch ‘Dark Winds’ Season 3 on Hulu + Live TV, there’s a bit of a hiccup—AMC isn’t available on Hulu’s service at this time. Fans will need to stick with AMC+ or other services like Sling TV to stay up to date.
As for Netflix users, while Seasons 1 and 2 of ‘Dark Winds’ are currently available on the platform, Season 3 isn’t streaming there yet. If Netflix follows its previous release pattern, fans may have to wait until 2026 for Season 3 to appear—though there’s no confirmation yet.
In summary, ‘Dark Winds’ Season 3 is back with more episodes and deeper storytelling. Whether you prefer watching on AMC or streaming through AMC+, there are plenty of options for fans to dive into the latest mystery with Leaphorn and Chee.
