Longmire

Longmire is not your typical murder mystery show; it is set in rural Wyoming and puts a strong, silent, old-school sheriff at its heart - Walt Longmire, beautifully portrayed by Robert Taylor. The series digs deep into the tensions between the local community and a nearby Native American reservation, offering rich landscapes and intricate cultural conflicts.

What stood out in Longmire is its frozen-in-time small-town vibe with complex and layered characters. It excellently presented the age-old conflict of progress versus tradition. Also, the chemistry between Walt and his deputy Vic, played by Katee Sackhoff, provides a romantic arc that will keep you hooked.

However, it did take a season or two for the show's potential to fully emerge. The initial cases-of-the-week may feel a bit formulaic, but patience will reward the viewer splendidly. If you're a fan of character-driven stories with a dollop of mystery and law enforcement, Longmire could be your next binge-watch series.