After years of speculation, Warner Bros. confirmed on August 12, 2025, that Longmire Season 7 has officially begun filming, sending fans into a frenzy. The beloved neo-Western series, based on Craig Johnson’s novels, concluded its sixth season on Netflix in 2017, leaving viewers yearning for more of Sheriff Walt Longmire’s adventures in Absaroka County, Wyoming. With production underway, the burning question on everyone’s mind is whether the original cast—Robert Taylor, Katee Sackhoff, Lou Diamond Phillips, and others—will return to bring this iconic story back to life.
The announcement, shared via a Warner Bros. press release, has sparked a wave of excitement on platforms like X, where fans posted, “Walt’s back! This is the comeback we’ve been praying for!” and “Please tell me Vic and Henry are returning!” The series, known for its gritty storytelling and loyal fanbase, has seen renewed interest amid the neo-Western genre’s surge, driven by shows like Yellowstone. Author Craig Johnson fueled the hype, telling Cowboy State Daily that Warner Bros.’ new streaming service could be the perfect home for Longmire’s revival, especially with fresh source material from his post-2017 novels, including The Longmire Defense (2023) and Tooth and Claw (2024).
While Warner Bros. confirmed filming, details about the cast remain unclear. Robert Taylor, who plays Sheriff Walt Longmire, expressed enthusiasm for a revival in a 2024 UPI interview, hinting at potential movies or a new season. “There’s always talk—it could seriously happen,” he said. Katee Sackhoff (Deputy Vic Moretti) and Lou Diamond Phillips (Henry Standing Bear) have also voiced interest, with Sackhoff telling a 2025 podcast, “The time feels right.” However, Louanne Stephens, who played Ruby, noted to Cowboy State Daily that a full series might be logistically challenging due to cast commitments, suggesting a movie format could be more feasible. Fans on X remain hopeful, with one writing, “If Vic and Walt aren’t back, I’m rioting!”
Season 7 could explore unresolved threads, like Walt’s personal life post-Vic or new cases drawn from Johnson’s novels. Filming is reportedly taking place in New Mexico, consistent with previous seasons, though no release date has been set. The show’s move to Warner Bros.’ streaming platform, expected to launch in 2026, aligns with the studio’s strategy to capitalize on its intellectual property. Despite the excitement, some reports, like one from premieres.tv, claim Netflix canceled plans for Season 7, casting doubt on earlier rumors of a November 2026 release.
As Longmire rides again, fans await confirmation of the cast’s return, eager for more of Absaroka County’s rugged drama. This revival promises to deliver, but only time will tell if the original crew reunites.
