When two boys stumble across a monster in the middle of the night, it’s up to Lt. Joe Leaphorn and Jim Chee to follow the bloody trail. But there’s more hiding in the dark for the men and their community, already ravaged by increasingly violent and mysterious crimes. The hit psychological thriller series “Dark Winds” is back for its Season 3 on Sunday, March 9. Episodes will be available to stream at 3:01 a.m. ET on AMC+ and will air on AMC at 9 p.m. ET. We recommend watching the episodes as early as possible on AMC+. If you are looking for a live TV streaming option, we would suggest Philo.

How to Watch ‘Dark Winds’ Season 3

• When: Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 3:01 a.m. ET
• Where: AMC+, AMC
• Stream: Watch with a subscription to AMC+ or a seven-day free trial to Philo.
• From anywhere: Watch with a subscription to a VPN.

Everything you need to know to watch ‘Dark Winds’

When do episodes of ‘Dark Winds’ air?

There will be two different premiere times for episodes of “Dark Winds” during Season 3. New installments will premiere on the AMC+ streaming service at 3:01 a.m. every Sunday beginning on Sunday, March 9 through the season finale on April 27. However, if you are looking to watch on cable or with a live TV streaming service, the same episodes will air on AMC at 9 p.m. ET.

Can I watch ‘Dark Winds’ Season 3 for free?

There are multiple ways to catch the season premiere for free, but no way to watch the entire season as each new episode is released without signing up for a streamer. If you want to watch the episodes as early as possible, AMC+ offers a seven-day free trial. So, if you time it properly, you can watch the first two episodes in the eight-episode season for free. Of course, the benefits of watching via AMC+ is that you will also be able to watch the first two seasons in case you need a refresher.

If you want to get access to Season 3 of “Dark Winds” via a live TV streaming service, then there are multiple options available to you. The cheapest is Philo, which also happens to have the longest, consistently available free trial at seven days. The reason that Philo is so much cheaper than its competitors at just $28 per month is that it doesn’t have the wide range of channel options available on the other live streamers. However, if you are looking for your traditional entertainment-focused cable channels, Philo is a great option.

In terms of more cable-like live streamers, DIRECTV STREAM comes with a five-day free trial, while YouTube TV does not have a consistent free-trial length. Their offering could run from two days to two weeks, depending on a myriad of circumstances.

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AMC+ is a premium subscription streaming bundle owned by AMC Networks. It offers curated access to award-winning originals, indie films, and prestige television. Launched in June 2020, the service combines content from AMC with flagship brands such as BBC America, IFC, Sundance TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, and IFC Films Unlimited, delivering a rich library of exclusive programming and early episode access.

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AMC+ features exclusive original series like “Gangs of London,” “Ragdoll,” “Firebite,” “Anne Boleyn,” and “Kin,” along with critically acclaimed films and simulcasted favorites such as those from The Walking Dead universe. The service supports up to five simultaneous streams and includes access to six live channels — including AMC, BBC America, and The Walking Dead Channel — alongside on-demand content. It also allows for offline downloads for ad-free subscribers.

The service is available directly via amcplus.com or the AMC+ app on platforms such as Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, iOS, Android, and smart TVs. It’s also accessible through Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video Channels, The Roku Channel, Sling TV, Dish, and YouTube TV. However, free trial eligibility and app access may vary depending on the provider. Viewers can sign up for a 7-day free trial when subscribing directly through AMC+ or its app, though eligibility may vary depending on the platform.

With its depth of high-quality content, flexible pricing, and seamless streaming capabilities, AMC+ remains a top-tier choice for horror fans, prestige dramas, indie films, and compelling originals.

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What are all of the streamers that you can watch ‘Dark Winds’ on?

In addition to AMC+ and all of the live TV streamers that offer a free trial, there are two other options available to you; the first is Sling TV. While the live streamer doesn’t offer a free trial, it is still a great option if you want a service that is more closely aligned with a cable service than Philo is, but doesn’t come with the expensive price tag that DIRECTV STREAM or YouTube TV does. Both Sling’s Orange and Blue base plans include AMC, so you can pick the channel lineup that works best for you, or combine them and get all of the channels. Either way, your first month of Sling service is currently available for 50% off. So you can watch the first four episodes of “Dark Winds” Season 3 for as little as $23, the cheapest option on the market.

If you are looking to find a long-term streaming service and want to avoid the potential of having to pay more if price hikes strike, then DIRECTV via Internet is your best bet. Packages start as low as $70 per month and come with a two-year price guarantee. This, of course, locks you into a two-year contract, but with prices increasing fairly regularly, it is understandable why this would be an attractive offer to many people, but if this is up your alley, DIRECTV via Internet is a solid option.

Watch the trailer for ‘Dark Winds’ Season 3

About ‘Dark Winds’

Executive produced by George R. R. Martin and Robert Redford and based on the iconic Leaphorn & Chee book series by Tony Hillerman, the critically acclaimed 1970s-set noir drama series “Dark Winds” follows Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon), Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon), and Bernadette Manuelito (Jessica Matten) of the Navajo Tribal Police. The trio is tasked with solving mysteries and serving justice on their reservation, which has been plagued by an increasingly violent series of crimes. With each mystery, old, deep wounds are uncovered not just in their own lives but in their community.

The expanded third season will pick up six months after the events of Season 2, as Lt. Joe and Joe investigate the disappearance of two boys, with only an abandoned bicycle and a patch of blood-stained ground to work from. Meanwhile, Bernadette attempts to settle into her new life 500 miles from home but quickly stumbles across a conspiracy involving human and drug smuggling in her new work with the Border Patrol.

The first two seasons of “Dark Winds” hold a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score. The series has already been renewed for a fourth season.

Who is in the cast of ‘Dark Winds’?

In addition to McClarnon, Kiowa Gordon, and Jessica Matten, “Dark Winds” also stars Deanna Allison. A Martinez and Jeri Ryan will also return in the third season, with new guest stars Jenna Elfman, Bruce Greenwood, Raoul Max Trujillo, Tonantzin Carmelo, Alex Meraz, Terry Serpico, Derek Hinkey, Phil Burke, and Christopher Heyerdahl.

What other dramas can I watch on AMC+?

With a subscription to AMC+, which costs as little as $7 per month, you’ll unlock the streamer’s catalog of movie and TV titles from AMC, BBC America, SundanceTV, Sundance Now, Shudder, and IFC, as well as AMC+ Originals, including the full “Walking Dead” universe, “Interview with the Vampire,” “Sherlock,” “Snowpiercer,” and much more.