What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedLongmire
John Coveny · Series · 2012
If you loved Longmire, start with Wind River (2017) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 films and 2 podcasts, each matched to Longmire across media.
If you loved Longmire, you will appreciate these stories that explore the intersection of moral justice, personal grief, and law enforcement.
Books on the same thread
Lonesome Dove
Larry McMurtry · Book · 1988
Explores: Cattle Drive, American West, Frontier Life.
Longmire fans will recognize the rugged spirit of the American West in this epic, which captures the same sense of frontier duty and enduring male friendship found in Absaroka County.
The Late Show
Michael Connelly · Book · 2017
Shares 2 threads with Longmire: Redemption, Police Procedural.
Much like the internal struggle Walt Longmire faces, this procedural highlights a detective driven by a personal code of redemption while navigating the complex politics of a large department.
The Long and Faraway Gone
Lou Berney · Book · 2015
Shares a thread with Longmire: Mystery.
This narrative mirrors the emotional weight of Longmire, focusing on how past trauma and the lingering shadow of loss shape the lives of those dedicated to solving cold cases.
Nightshade
Michael Connelly · Book
Shares a thread with Longmire: police procedural.
If the small-town corruption in Longmire kept you hooked, you will find a similar atmosphere here, as a detective faces isolation while untangling dark secrets within a confined jurisdiction.
Films on the same thread
Wind River
Film · 2017
Shares 2 threads with Longmire: Justice, Neo-Western.
This film echoes the respectful portrayal of indigenous rights and the search for justice in rugged, isolated landscapes that defined the most powerful arcs of the Longmire series.
Lone Star
Film · 1996
Shares a thread with Longmire: Neo-Western.
Fans of Longmire will appreciate how this film examines the burden of family legacy and the way buried secrets from the past continue to haunt a modern sheriff.
Open Range
Kevin Costner · Film · 2003
Shares 2 threads with Longmire: Redemption, Neo-Western.
This story captures the same themes of redemption and moral clarity found in Longmire, featuring a hardened protagonist who must stand against corrupt forces to protect his own.
No Country for Old Men
Joel Coen · Film · 2007
Shares a thread with Longmire: Neo-Western.
While darker in tone, this film shares the Longmire focus on the existential weight of violence and the difficult choices law enforcement faces when confronting an unpredictable, lawless world.
Podcasts on the same thread
Small Town Murder
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
Explores: provincial life, tragic irony, forensic breakdown.
If you enjoyed the sociological lens through which Longmire viewed its small-town setting, this podcast offers a similarly deep, investigative look at the unique dynamics of rural crime.
Forensic Files
Podcast
Explores: crime scene investigation, scientific analysis, evidence-based analysis.
Longmire viewers who value the procedural precision of the sheriff’s office will find this scientific approach to solving complex mysteries a satisfying and logical next step for viewing.
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Common questions
Is Longmire based on a book series?
Yes, the Longmire television series is based on the Walt Longmire mystery novels written by the best-selling author Craig Johnson.
What is the premise of Longmire?
Longmire follows a Wyoming sheriff as he attempts to rebuild both his life and his professional career in the aftermath of his wife's death.
Who created the Longmire television series?
The Longmire television series, which premiered in 2012, was created by John Coveny.
Does Longmire focus on the sheriff's personal life?
Yes, the central conflict of Longmire involves the sheriff working to rebuild his personal life and career following the tragic death of his wife.