Mayor of Kingstown Begins Filming Final Season with True Detective Star

The gritty crime drama from Taylor Sheridan will conclude with an eight-episode fifth season on Paramount+.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 6:18pm

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Paramount+ has announced that production has officially begun on the fifth and final season of the crime drama series Mayor of Kingstown. The streamer also confirmed that veteran actor David Morse is joining the cast as a series regular, playing an FBI agent named Russell Hardy who arrives in Kingstown in the wake of a murder and threatens to uncover the main character Mike's secrets. The final season will consist of eight episodes and will see the return of the show's lead actors Jeremy Renner and Edie Falco, along with other main cast members.

Why it matters

Mayor of Kingstown has been a critically acclaimed and popular series for Paramount+, with its gritty portrayal of corruption and power struggles in a small Michigan town. The announcement of the show's final season marks the end of Taylor Sheridan's five-part crime saga, which has become a signature offering for the streaming platform.

The details

The fifth season of Mayor of Kingstown will see the arrival of veteran actor David Morse as a series regular, playing an FBI agent named Russell Hardy who is sent to Kingstown in the wake of a murder. Hardy's investigation threatens to unravel the secrets and sins of the show's central character, Mike McLusky, played by Jeremy Renner. The final season will consist of eight episodes and will also feature the return of Edie Falco and other main cast members.

  • Production on the fifth and final season of Mayor of Kingstown has officially begun in Pittsburgh.
  • The final season is set to premiere on Paramount+ later in 2026.

The players

Taylor Sheridan

Co-creator of Mayor of Kingstown and a prominent writer, director, and producer known for his work on acclaimed shows like Yellowstone.

Jeremy Renner

The lead actor of Mayor of Kingstown, playing the central role of Mike McLusky.

David Morse

A veteran actor who is joining the cast of Mayor of Kingstown for its final season, playing the role of FBI agent Russell Hardy.

Edie Falco

A main cast member of Mayor of Kingstown, known for her acclaimed performances in shows like The Sopranos.

Paramount+

The streaming platform that airs Mayor of Kingstown and has announced the show's fifth and final season.

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What they’re saying

“Season 5. Rebirth. Renewed, here we go. Back to work this year, we're excited, and I just wanted to take a minute to say thank you to everyone, and I love you.”

— Jeremy Renner (Instagram)

“I find myself in deep gratitude this gorgeous morning. After a rebirth, today, announcing a renewal of Mayor of Kingstown Season 5... what a blessing... and it's all because of the amazing, dedicated fans. Thank you.”

— Jeremy Renner (Instagram)

What’s next

The final season of Mayor of Kingstown is expected to premiere on Paramount+ later in 2026.

The takeaway

The conclusion of Taylor Sheridan's gritty crime saga Mayor of Kingstown marks the end of a critically acclaimed series that has become a signature offering for Paramount+, showcasing the platform's ability to produce high-quality, prestige television.