Netflix Warner Bros. Acquisition Could Lead to More “Longmire” Episodes

Craig Johnson, the New York Times best-selling author of the “Longmire Mysteries,” shared his ongoing surprise at the twists and turns in the story of the TV show adaptation of his books. Despite being initially canceled after its third season by A&E and then Netflix following their own three-season run, hope has been renewed for the beloved “Longmire” series.

The reason for the show’s prior cancellations was due to Warner Bros. Discovery, the owner of the show’s intellectual rights, refusing to sell them to any other party. However, with Netflix currently in negotiations to acquire Warner Bros., there is a possibility that the show could finally find its way back to the streaming platform that originally showed interest in it a decade ago.

The success of “Longmire” came as a surprise to many, given its genre and the platforms that initially aired it. A&E’s decision to attempt to buy the show’s rights ultimately led to its first cancellation, causing uproar among fans. Netflix then stepped in but faced a similar roadblock with Warner Bros. refusing to part with the intellectual property.

Despite these challenges, Johnson remains hopeful that a potential Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. would lead to the revival of “Longmire.” The show’s history is marked by unexpected success, passionate fan support, and setbacks in negotiations for the intellectual rights. Now, with streaming services becoming increasingly dominant, there is a renewed hope for the return of this modern Western mystery series that captured the hearts of millions of viewers.