Taylor Sheridan’s gritty crime drama Mayor of Kingstown expanded its streaming footprint when the first four seasons arrived on Netflix on Monday, October 5, 2026. This licensing deal gives new audiences a chance to catch up on the popular series ahead of its fifth and final season.
While the first four seasons are now on Netflix, the show remains a Paramount title. All four seasons continue to stream on Paramount+, and the final season will premiere exclusively on that platform. Paramount+ currently offers subscription plans starting at $8.99 monthly for the Essential tier and $13.99 monthly for the ad-free Premium tier.
The Plot and World of Kingstown
Co-created by Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon, Mayor of Kingstown is set in the fictional town of Kingstown, Michigan. The primary local industry is incarceration, and daily life revolves around seven correctional facilities within a 10-mile radius.
The story centers on Michael “Mike” McLusky, played by Jeremy Renner. As an ex-con and the middle McLusky brother, Mike acts as a fixer. He mediates dangerous truces among prisoners, guards, local gangs, police officers, and politicians.
The series explores the compromises needed to maintain peace in a corrupt environment. Alongside Renner, the cast includes Dianne Wiest as matriarch Mariam McLusky, Taylor Handley as police officer Kyle McLusky, Hugh Dillon, Tobi Bamtefa, and Edie Falco.
What to Expect in the Final Season
Following Season 4 in late 2025, Paramount confirmed that the fifth season will conclude the series with eight episodes. Production wrapped in mid-2026, though Paramount has not yet announced a premiere date.
The final season introduces David Morse as FBI agent Russell Hardy. Agent Hardy arrives after a tragedy within Mike’s family, threatening the uneasy alliances that keep Kingstown from total chaos.
The Netflix release provides an easy entry point for new viewers. Meanwhile, longtime fans can rewatch earlier arcs on Netflix or Paramount+ while waiting for the series finale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch all seasons of Mayor of Kingstown on Netflix?
Netflix streams the first four seasons. The fifth and final season will debut on Paramount+.
Does Mayor of Kingstown leave Paramount+ because of Netflix?
No. The licensing agreement allows Netflix to host Seasons 1 through 4, but the series remains fully available on Paramount+.
Who stars in Mayor of Kingstown?
The series stars Jeremy Renner as Mike McLusky, alongside an ensemble cast featuring Dianne Wiest, Hugh Dillon, Taylor Handley, Tobi Bamtefa, and Edie Falco.
How many episodes will the final season have?
Paramount confirmed that the fifth and final season will consist of eight episodes.
Where is Mayor of Kingstown set?
The series is set in the fictional town of Kingstown, Michigan, a community built around a massive prison system.
