15 Best TV Shows Like Longmire You Need to Watch Next
Since streaming platforms arrived to challenge traditional TV networks, many canceled shows have found new life on services like Netflix and Hulu. Longmire is one of the lucky ones that got a second chance. Based on Craig Johnson’s “Walt Longmire Mysteries” novels, the series stars Robert Taylor as Walt Longmire, sheriff of Absaroka County, Wyoming. Katee Sackhoff co-stars as Deputy Victoria “Vic” Moretti, alongside Lou Diamond Phillips, Bailey Chase, Cassidy Freeman, and Adam Bartley.
Longmire premiered in 2012, running three seasons on A&E before its abrupt cancellation in 2014. Thanks to fan outcry, Netflix revived the show for three additional seasons before it ended in 2017. If you’re craving more neo-Western, crime procedural vibes like Longmire, here are 15 shows to dive into next.
1. Bosch (Amazon Prime)
Amazon Prime’s Bosch perfectly captures the spirit of Longmire without sharing the Western setting. Titus Welliver stars as LAPD detective Harry Bosch, based on Michael Connelly’s novels. The show features “case-of-the-week” storylines combined with season-long arcs and deep character development, weaving in various books from the extensive Bosch series.
2. Hell on Wheels (AMC)
For a classic Western fix after Longmire, Hell on Wheels is ideal. Set post-Civil War, it stars Anson Mount as Cullen Bohannon, a former Confederate soldier who joins the Union Pacific Railroad construction. The series explores the harsh realities of railroad life, the pursuit of justice, and the complex characters working and living in the camps known as “Hell on Wheels.”
3. Sons of Anarchy (FX)
The FX action-drama Sons of Anarchy follows an outlaw motorcycle club in California’s Central Valley. Charlie Hunnam stars as Jackson “Jax” Teller, who questions his role after discovering his father’s journals. While similar to Longmire in themes of loyalty and crime, here law enforcement is the antagonist, constantly hunting the club. The show also tackles racism, vigilantism, and corruption.
4. Bloodline (Netflix)
Bloodline tells the story of the Rayburn family in the Florida Keys, where dark secrets and family tensions escalate with the return of the black sheep brother, Danny (Ben Mendelsohn). The intense, secret-filled drama offers a thrilling atmosphere akin to Longmire, set against the backdrop of turquoise waters and paradise.
5. Deadwood (HBO)
HBO’s Deadwood is a historical Western set in the South Dakota town of the same name during the 1870s. With a star-studded cast including Timothy Olyphant as sheriff Seth Bullock and Ian McShane as saloon owner Al Swearengen, the series blends fact and fiction. Known for its sharp writing, incredible performances, and staggering profanity count, Deadwood weaves government corruption, loyalty, and early American crime.
6. Yellowstone (Paramount)
If Clint Eastwood is Western royalty, Kevin Costner is at least a prince. Yellowstone follows the Dutton family, owners of America’s largest working ranch, dealing with land conflicts, Native reservations, and family secrets. Costner stars as John Dutton in this emotional and intense modern Western drama, perfect for fans of Longmire.
7. Justified (FX)
After Deadwood, Timothy Olyphant stars in Justified as Deputy U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens, a lawman with his own style. Set in Kentucky, the series explores violence, secrets, and lies in his hometown. Based on Elmore Leonard’s novels, Justified is a smart, well-acted crime drama praised for its complex characters and storytelling.
8. Tin Star (Sky Atlantic)
Tin Star blends British crime drama with Western elements. Tim Roth stars as Jim Worth, a detective who moves his family to a Canadian mountain town to escape his past, where he transforms into his violent alter-ego when drinking. This unique mix of “Old West” and “Old World” provides a fresh and intense viewing experience.
9. Hap and Leonard (Sundance TV)
For a mix of crime and humor, Hap and Leonard is perfect. Set in 1980s East Texas, it follows Hap Collins (James Purefoy), a blue-collar ex-con, and Leonard Pine (Michael Kenneth Williams), a gay Black Vietnam vet. Their wild get-rich-quick schemes drag locals and criminals into their chaotic world. Based on Joe R. Lansdale’s novels, the series combines grit, comedy, and absurdity.
10. The Son (AMC)
The Son stars Pierce Brosnan as Eli McCullough, the “First Son of Texas,” an oil tycoon with a ruthless past. The show jumps between 1917 and 1850, showing Eli’s rise and his youth with the Comanche. Despite only two seasons, it’s a compelling exploration of legacy and violence in the American West.
11. Broadchurch (BBC America)
Set in a small English coastal town, Broadchurch follows detectives Alec Hardy (David Tennant) and Ellie Miller (Olivia Colman) investigating a boy’s murder. The series is as much about the town’s atmosphere—the cliffs, gray skies, and seas—as it is about the gripping mystery, making it addictive for fans of crime dramas.
12. Luther (BBC One)
Idris Elba delivers a powerhouse performance as Detective John Luther in this dark crime thriller. The show explores his tense relationship with serial killer Alice Morgan, creating electric psychological tension. Inspired by Sherlock Holmes and Columbo, Luther is binge-worthy, with a follow-up movie released in 2023.
13. Wynonna Earp (SyFy)
Blending sci-fi, horror, and neo-Western, Wynonna Earp follows Wyatt Earp’s great-great-granddaughter battling undead outlaws. With her magical gun and a quirky cast, this cult favorite ran four seasons and returns in a 2024 movie, combining supernatural thrills with Western roots.
14. Godless (Netflix)
This Emmy-winning miniseries set in 1884 New Mexico features a town run mostly by women after a mining accident kills most men. Starring Michelle Dockery and Jeff Daniels, Godless is a gripping, visually stunning Western that explores survival and justice.
15. Banshee (Cinemax)
Set in Pennsylvania’s Amish country, Banshee features an ex-con who assumes the identity of a murdered sheriff. Known for its intense violence and sex scenes, the show blends neo-Western grit with crime thriller elements. It ran for four seasons, offering a wild, unpredictable ride for fans.
If you love Longmire’s blend of crime, Western atmosphere, and compelling characters, these shows are sure to satisfy your craving for more neo-Western drama and gripping storytelling.