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This psychological thriller follows two Navajo police officers, Leaphorn and Chee, in the 1970s Southwest as their search for clues in a grisly double murder case forces them to challenge their own spiritual beliefs and come to terms with the trauma of their pasts.

3 Seasons
20 Episodes
Returning Series
Crime Drama Mystery
Cast & Characters
episode image Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)
8.3/10 (175 votes)

#1 Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)

S3:E1
Mar 9, 2025

Lt. Joe Leaphorn and Sgt. Jim Chee investigate the disappearance of a Navajo boy. Manuelito makes a sinister discovery while adjusting to life on the border patrol. An FBI agent comes to solve a case linked to Leaphorn's recent past.

episode image Hózhó náhásdlįį
8.2/10 (638 votes)

#2 Hózhó náhásdlįį

S2:E6
Sep 3, 2023

Leaphorn and Chee discover evidence that connects their cases, only for Leaphorn to realize justice won't be easily served. Meanwhile, Manuelito prepares for a big life change.

episode image Náá'tsoh (Big Eyes)
8.2/10 (67 votes)

#3 Náá'tsoh (Big Eyes)

S3:E2
Mar 16, 2025

Leaphorn and Chee find themselves on a manhunt after making a shocking discovery. Special Agent Washington questions Leaphorn about a person of interest. Manuelito puts her job on the line when she searches for answers at a local ranch.

episode image The March
8.1/10 (574 votes)

#4 The March

S2:E4
Aug 20, 2023

Leaphorn risks his life in pursuit of a suspect, while Manuelito stands up to the sheriff in a bid to rescue her boss. Seeking answers on a case, Chee considers a dangerous proposition.

episode image Hooghandi
8.0/10 (890 votes)

#5 Hooghandi

S1:E4
Jul 3, 2022

Leaphorn and Chee uncover a big break in the case. Manuelito makes a discovery of her own.

episode image Ha'i'i'nlni
8.0/10 (840 votes)

#6 Ha'i'i'nlni

S1:E5
Jul 10, 2022

Leaphorn is thrown a curveball in the case. Manuelito faces her fears. Chee must make a choice.

episode image Na'niłkaadii
8.0/10 (764 votes)

#7 Na'niłkaadii

S2:E1
Jul 30, 2023

Navajo Tribal Policeman Joe Leaphorn investigates the death of a man involved in a mysterious cult. While Jim Chee, moonlighting as a PI, works a case of his own. When their investigations collide Leaphorn and Chee find themselves in grave danger.

episode image Wonders of the Unknown
8.0/10 (628 votes)

#8 Wonders of the Unknown

S2:E2
Aug 6, 2023

Leaphorn explores personal ties to an increasingly mysterious case, while Chee is questioned by a reluctant Sgt. Manuelito. The discovery of a body sends Leaphorn and Manuelito in pursuit of a child in danger.

episode image Antigonish
8.0/10 (577 votes)

#9 Antigonish

S2:E3
Aug 13, 2023

After facing off with a dangerous man, Chee strikes out on his own. Meanwhile, Leaphorn and Manuelito partner with the sheriff's department, leading Leaphorn to identify a vital clue.

episode image Black Hole Sun
7.9/10 (509 votes)

#10 Black Hole Sun

S2:E5
Aug 27, 2023

With his suspect in custody, Leaphorn races against the clock to get a confession, while Chee goes under cover at the cult that ties their investigations together. Meanwhile, Manuelito counsels a teenager nervous about the draft.

episode image Monster Slayer
7.8/10 (1254 votes)

#11 Monster Slayer

S1:E1
Jun 12, 2022

Joe Leaphorn and his new deputy Jim Chee investigate a series of crimes on the Navajo reservation.

episode image The Male Rain Approaches
7.8/10 (936 votes)

#12 The Male Rain Approaches

S1:E2
Jun 19, 2022

Leaphorn and Chee interview the witness to the motel murders. Manuelito investigates a new crime.

episode image K'e
7.8/10 (886 votes)

#13 K'e

S1:E3
Jun 26, 2022

Chee and Manuelito investigate a kidnapping. Leaphorn brings home the bodies of the murder victims.

episode image HózhóoNaasháa
7.8/10 (855 votes)

#14 HózhóoNaasháa

S1:E6
Jul 17, 2022

Leaphorn, Chee, and Manuelito take on the Buffalo Society.

episode image Ch'į́į́dii (Ghosts)
0.0/10

#15 Ch'į́į́dii (Ghosts)

S3:E3
Mar 23, 2025

After a close call, Leaphorn and Chee follow the trail of a new suspect. The discovery of a body sends Special Agent Washington in a different direction. Manuelito puts a target on her back as she digs deeper into the mystery.

episode image Chahałheeł (Darkness Falls)
0.0/10

#16 Chahałheeł (Darkness Falls)

S3:E4
Mar 30, 2025

Chee pays Manuelito a visit after discovering a link between their cases. Leaphorn pursues a fugitive suspect. Special Agent Washington interviews an eyewitness to the crime she's investigating.

episode image Tsékǫ̨' Hasą́ní (Coal Mine Canyon)
0.0/10

#17 Tsékǫ̨' Hasą́ní (Coal Mine Canyon)

S3:E5
Apr 6, 2025

Following a grisly murder, Leaphorn and Chee strike out on their own when the FBI take over their case. Special Agent Washington pays the Leaphorns an unexpected visit. Manuelito searches for evidence south of the border.

episode image Episode 6
0.0/10

#18 Episode 6

S3:E6
Apr 13, 2025

Leaphorn is forced to confront his worst fears and darkest memories when he puts his life on the line to prevent another murder.

episode image Episode 7
0.0/10

#19 Episode 7

S3:E7
Apr 20, 2025

episode image Episode 8
0.0/10

#20 Episode 8

S3:E8
Apr 27, 2025

Cast & Chracters

character image Lt. Joe Leaphorn

Lt. Joe Leaphorn

Actor: Zahn McClarnon
character image Jim Chee

Jim Chee

Actor: Kiowa Gordon
character image Bernadette Manuelito

Bernadette Manuelito

Actor: Jessica Matten
character image Emma Leaphorn

Emma Leaphorn

Actor: Deanna Allison

The highest rated episode of Dark Winds is "Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)" (S3E1) with a rating of 8.30.

This episode received 175 votes.

It aired on March 9, 2025.


The lowest rated episode is "Monster Slayer" (S1E1) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 1,254 votes.

It aired on June 12, 2022.

The highest rated episode is "Hooghandi" (S1E4) with a rating of 8.00.

This episode received 890 votes.

It aired on July 3, 2022.


The lowest rated episode is "Monster Slayer" (S1E1) with a rating of 7.80.

This episode received 1,254 votes.

It aired on June 12, 2022.

The highest rated episode is "Hózhó náhásdlįį" (S2E6) with a rating of 8.20.

This episode received 638 votes.

It aired on September 3, 2023.


The lowest rated episode is "Black Hole Sun" (S2E5) with a rating of 7.90.

This episode received 509 votes.

It aired on August 27, 2023.

The highest rated episode is "Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)" (S3E1) with a rating of 8.30.

This episode received 175 votes.

It aired on March 9, 2025.


The lowest rated episode is "Náá'tsoh (Big Eyes)" (S3E2) with a rating of 8.20.

This episode received 67 votes.

It aired on March 16, 2025.

Name Department Job
Guy Barnes Art Production Design
Anne Hillerman Production Executive Producer
Billy Luther Production Producer
Chris Eyre Production Executive Producer
Erica Tremblay Production Supervising Producer
George R. R. Martin Production Executive Producer
Graham Roland Production Executive Producer
Jim Chory Production Executive Producer
John Wirth Production Executive Producer
Max Hurwitz Production Executive Producer
Peter Chomsky Production Supervising Producer
Rene Haynes Production Casting
Robert Redford Production Executive Producer
Steven Judd Production Producer
Thomas Brady Production Executive Producer
Tina Elmo Production Executive Producer
Vince Calandra Production Executive Producer
Vince Gerardis Production Executive Producer
Zahn McClarnon Production Executive Producer
Deana Kiner Sound Original Music Composer
Kevin Kiner Sound Original Music Composer
Sean Kiner Sound Original Music Composer
Tony Hillerman Writing Novel

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