'Longmire' Season 6 Cancellation News & Updates: Cowboy-themed Cause The Series' Cancellation, Far Different From Other Netflix's Originals, More Details Here

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Mar 14, 2017 05:47 AM EDT

The "Longmire" casts are preparing for the filming of the cowboy themed series' sixth season. Many fans got saddened since this is the final season of the show.

According to CINEMA BLEND, the show has a good standing on the subscription streaming service. But now, Netflix announced that the drama would be canceled after its sixth season. “Longmire” Season 6 will only produce 10 episodes and are set to premiere this 2017.

The outlet also mentioned that Netflix is still in its infancy in terms of producing original programs. The subscription streaming service rarely cancels shows, but it really does.

Netflix decided to cancel "Longmire" may be because the series is far different than many other standard shows Netflix produced. Unlike numerous Netflix's originals, the drama more favored older viewers. Furthermore, the series didn't well render many different cultures since its cowboy set up with a deep storyline.

The Robert Taylor-fronted series was originally viewed on A&E for three seasons, before got canceled in August 2014, TV Line reported. Fortunately, "Longmire" Season 4 was saved by Netflix.
Fans were glad when the show continued until season 5. They might be even happier since “Longmire” Season 6 was confirmed but Netflix revealed that the 10 episodes were the show’s finale.

Executive producers thanked Netflix "for the opportunity to compose a closing chapter for these beloved characters that inspires lasting memories. Most importantly, we’re committed to delivering a dynamic and satisfying conclusion to our fans who rewards their longtime loyalty,” they added.

Meanwhile, “Longmire” Season 6 has no release date yet. Nevertheless, Katee Sackhoff, who played as Vic in the show said on Twitter that the last season is "gonna be epic." In addition, fans are looking forward to Vic and Walt if they end up as a couple. This might be the show’s executive producers mean when they said, “satisfying conclusion.”

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