AceShowbiz - Mayor of Kingstown is officially back in production for its fifth and final season. Known for expanding the Yellowstone universe, Taylor Sheridan has made a significant impact on television with several popular series, including Lioness, Tulsa King, and the Jeremy Renner-led Mayor of Kingstown. While the show remains a fan favorite, it has been confirmed that season 5 will conclude the series.

Co-creator, producer, and actor Hugh Dillon recently shared a major update on the production status of Mayor of Kingstown. Through a social media post, Dillon revealed that filming on season 5 has commenced. His post included a photo showing the crew gathered near a vehicle on a rainy rural road, captioned: "Season 5 here we go!!!"

Following the tense season 4 finale that aired in December, it was announced in January that Mayor of Kingstown had been renewed for one last season to wrap up the gripping story of Mike McLusky, played by Jeremy Renner, and his family’s efforts to maintain order in Kingstown. Unlike the previous seasons, which each contained 10 episodes, the upcoming final season will be shorter, with only eight episodes planned.

Although no official premiere date has been confirmed, the fact that filming is underway suggests a possible release either later this year or early next year. The show’s release timeline has varied significantly across its seasons, with season 1 debuting in November 2021, season 2 in January 2023, season 3 in June 2024, and season 4 in October 2025.

Warning: Spoilers ahead for season 4 of Mayor of Kingstown. While story details for season 5 remain under wraps, the core cast members are expected to return. These include Jeremy Renner as Mike McLusky, Edie Falco as Nina Hobbs, Taylor Handley as Kyle, Tobi Bamtefa as Bunny Washington, Laura Benanti as Cindy Stephens, Derek Webster as Stevie, Necar Zadegan as Evelyn Foley, and Hugh Dillon as Ian Ferguson.

However, some actors are not anticipated to come back, including Lennie James (Frank Moses), Lane Garrison (Carney), Nishi Munshi (Tracy), and Hamish Allan-Headley (Robert). The season 4 finale notably featured the death of Merle Callahan, portrayed by Richard Brake, who was killed by Kyle. This storyline may carry over into the final season, along with Ian Ferguson’s surprising lottery win.

Although Mayor of Kingstown is heading toward its conclusion, Sheridan’s television empire continues to grow. Upcoming projects include confirmed renewals for Tulsa King season 4 and Lioness season 3. Additionally, the Yellowstone franchise expanded recently with the premiere of Marshals on March 1, followed by The Madison, another spinoff, which debuted on March 14.

This latest development marks a significant step as fans prepare to see how Mayor of Kingstown will bring its intense narrative to a close, maintaining Sheridan’s reputation as a powerhouse in crime drama television.