Longmire – Season 7 (2025) resurrects the gritty modern Western crime drama, bringing Sheriff Walt Longmire back for another season of mystery, justice, and moral conflict in the wide, unforgiving landscapes of Wyoming. Set after the events of Season 6, the new season explores what it means to carry the weight of duty when the past refuses to stay buried.
The season opens with Walt Longmire (Robert Taylor) pulled out of his semi-retirement when a series of brutal crimes threatens the fragile balance between Absaroka County, the Cheyenne reservation, and the powerful forces encroaching on both. Though Walt had hoped to leave the badge behind, his sense of justice—and the loyalty of those who still look to him for leadership—forces him back into the fray.
Vic Moretti (Katee Sackhoff) takes on a larger role as undersheriff, balancing her fierce independence with her complicated relationship with Walt. Their bond deepens as the season tests not only their professional partnership but also the personal connection that has long simmered between them. Together, they confront new adversaries while grappling with the question of what kind of future they can build outside the shadow of violence and loss.
Henry Standing Bear (Lou Diamond Phillips) faces challenges of his own as he continues to bridge two worlds: the traditions of his people and the modern pressures threatening their sovereignty. When a corporate developer sets sights on Cheyenne land, Henry’s story intertwines with Walt’s, highlighting themes of heritage, survival, and the cost of progress. His wisdom and restraint balance Walt’s stubborn pursuit of justice, though their friendship is tested by secrets and shifting loyalties.
Cady Longmire (Cassidy Freeman), now stepping more firmly into her role as an attorney, finds herself caught between her father’s legacy and her desire to forge her own path. Her legal battles bring her into direct conflict with corrupt officials and corporate interests, placing her at the center of some of the season’s most tense and emotional storylines.
Longmire – Season 7 blends standalone cases with a season-long arc involving a dangerous criminal network moving into Wyoming. As Walt, Vic, and their team dig deeper, they uncover a conspiracy that blurs the lines between justice and revenge. With shootouts under wide Wyoming skies, tense courtroom showdowns, and moments of quiet reflection around campfires and bar counters, the season reclaims the show’s signature mix of action, suspense, and soul.
By its conclusion, the seventh season delivers both closure and renewal. It honors Walt’s legacy as a lawman while passing the torch to the next generation of characters, leaving fans with the sense that while time changes everything, the fight for justice—and the heart of the West—endures.