Premise:
“Longmire” is a crime drama that takes place in the fictional Absaroka County, Wyoming, focusing on Walt Longmire, a sheriff who returns to law enforcement after his wife’s death. Although he struggles with grief, he is dedicated to maintaining justice in a community where crime and moral ambiguity often intersect with Native American culture and the beauty of the American West.
Main Central Characters:
- Walt Longmire (Robert Taylor): The resolute and emotionally complex sheriff of Absaroka County.
- Victoria “Vic” Moretti (Katee Sackhoff): Walt’s new deputy, a transplant from Philadelphia.
- Henry Standing Bear (Lou Diamond Phillips): Walt’s best friend and a Cheyenne Nation businessman.
- Cady Longmire (Cassidy Freeman): Walt’s daughter, a lawyer who faces her own moral dilemmas.
Themes:
The series explores themes of justice, morality, and the complexities of life in a multicultural community. It delves into the tensions between Native American reservations and the surrounding communities, highlighting the social and legal issues that arise. Themes of redemption, friendship, and the struggle with past demons are also prevalent.
Critical Consensus and Rating: 4/5
“Longmire” received a rating of 4 out of 5 from critics. It was praised for its mature storytelling, complex characters, and authentic depiction of the American West. However, it received some criticism for occasionally slow pacing and for not fully diving into the potential of its multicultural setting.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating:
The show is rated TV-14 due to its mature themes, violence, and some strong language.
Broadcast Information:
The series originally aired on A&E for its first three seasons (2012-2014) before moving to Netflix, where it continued from 2015 to 2017.
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- “Justified“
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