The hunt for a missing Navajo girl takes a dangerous turn as Leaphorn, Chee, and Manuelito venture far from home. ‘Dark Winds’ Season 4 Episode 4 is scheduled to release on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on AMC and AMC+. The episode, titled “Ni’ Ániidí (The New World),” will follow the tribal police officers as their investigation leads them into unfamiliar and high-risk territory.
When Does ‘Dark Winds’ Season 4 Episode 4 Come Out?
The fourth episode of ‘Dark Winds’ Season 4 arrives on Sunday, March 8, 2026. New episodes debut weekly on AMC and are available to stream simultaneously on AMC+. The show follows a consistent weekly schedule.
- AMC+ Streaming Time: 3:01 a.m. ET on Sunday, March 8
- AMC TV Broadcast Time: 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on Sunday, March 8
For viewers in the United Kingdom, the episode will be available on Monday, March 9, 2026, through streaming platforms like Amazon Prime Video’s AMC+ channel. Australian audiences can watch the episode on Monday, March 9, 2026, via AMC+ Australia . Canadian viewers have access to the series through AMC+ or the AMC channel, with the episode airing at the same time as the US broadcast. In India, the episode will be available with English audio on streaming platforms that carry AMC+ content, typically by Monday afternoon (IST) .
What Is ‘Dark Winds’ Season 4 Episode 4 About?
The fourth episode, titled “Ni’ Ániidí (The New World),” pushes Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) into a direct confrontation that carries serious risks for the investigation . The title reflects the characters’ move away from the Navajo Nation as they follow the trail of a missing girl into the dangerous underworld of 1970s Los Angeles.
This season adapts Tony Hillerman’s novel “The Ghostway.” The story follows Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon) , Jim Chee, and Bernadette Manuelito (Jessica Matten) as they search for a missing Navajo girl. The case leads them far from the safety of the reservation and into a world of organized crime in Los Angeles .
“The search leads into unfamiliar territory, pushing Chee into a high-risk confrontation that could jeopardize the entire mission” .
The change in setting marks a major shift for the series, which usually takes place in the wide-open spaces of the Southwest. The move to Los Angeles puts the characters in a completely new environment, adding pressure to an already tense situation .
Release Schedule for ‘Dark Winds’ Season 4
Season 4 consists of eight episodes that release weekly. Here is the full schedule:
- Episode 1: February 15, 2026 (Kǫ’Tsiitáá’ Álnééh / Baptism by Fire)
- Episode 2: February 22, 2026 (Bikéé’ Doo Éédahoozįįdę́ę́góó / Toward Their Unknown Paths)
- Episode 3: March 1, 2026 (Ahááldláádígíí / That Which Has Been Torn Apart)
- Episode 4: March 8, 2026 (Ni’ Ániidí / The New World)
- Episode 5: March 15, 2026 (Atída’ahiilyaágíí / Those Who Harmed One Another)
- Episode 6: March 22, 2026 (Shíká Nidanitáhą́ą́ / Those Who Were Searching for Me)
- Episode 7: March 29, 2026 (Nániikai / We Came Back)
- Episode 8: April 5, 2026 (Ni’ Hodisxǫs / The Glittering World)
Who Stars in ‘Dark Winds’ Season 4?
The main cast returns for Season 4, with several new faces joining the show.
Main Cast Members
- Zahn McClarnon as Lt. Joe Leaphorn
- Kiowa Gordon as Jim Chee
- Jessica Matten as Bernadette Manuelito
- Deanna Allison as Emma Leaphorn
New Cast Additions for Season 4
The season brings in several actors to play new characters connected to the Los Angeles storyline .
- Franka Potente joins the cast in a guest role. The German actress is known for her work in “The Bourne Supremacy” and the series “Taboo” .
- Chaske Spencer plays Sonny, a recruiter for a Los Angeles crime ring. He uses charm and threats to pull young Native American men into criminal activity .
- Isabel DeRoy-Olson (“Fancy Dance”) also appears this season .
- Titus Welliver (“Bosch: Legacy”) joins the cast .
- A. Martinez returns as Gordo Sena, the Acting Chief of the Scarborough Police Department .
Where To Watch ‘Dark Winds’ Season 4 Episode 4
Viewers have several options to watch new episodes of ‘Dark Winds.’
Streaming on AMC+
AMC+ is the primary streaming home for the series. New episodes become available at 3:01 a.m. ET on the day of release . The service costs $7.99 per month with ads, or $10.99 per month for an ad-free experience . AMC+ also offers a seven-day free trial for new subscribers.
AMC+ is available as an add-on channel through Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV Channels, and YouTube TV .
Watching on TV
The episode airs live on AMC and BBC America at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT every Sunday .
Other Streaming Services
Live TV streaming services like DIRECTV, Philo, and Sling TV include AMC in their channel lineups. These services require a subscription but offer flexibility for viewers without cable .
Will ‘Dark Winds’ Season 4 Be on Netflix?
The first three seasons of ‘Dark Winds’ are currently available to stream on Netflix. However, Season 4 will not arrive on Netflix anytime soon. Based on the release pattern of previous seasons, fans can expect Season 4 to become available on Netflix around September or October of 2026 .
What Happened in Previous Seasons?
The series follows Navajo Tribal Police officers as they solve crimes while dealing with their own personal struggles.
Season 1 introduced Lt. Joe Leaphorn and his new deputy Jim Chee. They investigated a double murder at a local motel, uncovering a larger conspiracy connected to a religious cult and a armored car heist. The season explored Leaphorn’s grief over the loss of his son and Chee’s attempts to reconnect with his Navajo heritage.
Season 2 found Leaphorn and Chee working separate cases that eventually connected. Leaphorn investigated the murder of a man involved in a mysterious cult, while Chee worked undercover for a private investigator. Their investigations collided, leading them to a dangerous group that threatened the community .
Season 3 dealt with the disappearance of two boys on the reservation. The case pushed Leaphorn and Chee to work with the FBI while Bernadette Manuelito uncovered a conspiracy at the Border Patrol. The season received strong ratings, with the premiere attracting over 2.2 million viewers in its first three days .
Has ‘Dark Winds’ Been Renewed for Season 5?
Yes. AMC renewed ‘Dark Winds’ for a fifth season before Season 4 even premiered . Filming for Season 5 is scheduled to begin in March 2026 in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with a planned debut in 2027 .
“Over four seasons, Dark Winds has masterfully blended compelling character-driven stories, Navajo culture, spirituality and breathtaking cinematography,” said Dan McDermott, president of entertainment and AMC Studios for AMC Networks. “We are elated to continue the journey alongside showrunner John Wirth and the incomparable Zahn McClarnon” .
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Why ‘Dark Winds’ Connects With Audiences
The series stands out for its authentic portrayal of Navajo culture and its focus on Native American characters and stories. Most of the cast and creative team are Native American, which brings authenticity to the storytelling.
The show blends crime drama with spiritual elements, creating a unique tone that separates it from other police procedurals. The breathtaking landscapes of the American Southwest, filmed primarily in New Mexico, add visual depth to each episode .
Executive producers include George R.R. Martin and the late Robert Redford, who have helped bring attention to the project since its development .
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Catch every twist and turn of Leaphorn and Chee’s dangerous journey as the mystery deepens with each passing week only on AMC and AMC+.
