Taylor Sheridan's Gritty 4-Part Thriller Revealed as a 10/10 Weekend Binge

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Published Feb 14, 2026, 8:00 PM EST

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Taylor Sheridan's grip on the streaming habits of Paramount+ subscribers is hugely impressive. On all streaming sites, there is a constant battle between the top titles for first place. On Paramount+, that battle is often fought between several projects all under Sheridan's name, as the master producer oversees his streaming kingdom ahead of his exit. However, whilst Landman and Tulsa King continue to prove popular, another of his shows is showing signs of fatigue following recent devastating news.

Although Paramount+ has officially renewed the series following a bloody Season 4 finale, it was also confirmed that Mayor of Kingstown Season 5 will be the show’s last. Jeremy Renner is set to return as Mike McLusky for one last time in the fifth season, alongside Edie Falco's Nina Hobbs, with the final installment being reduced from the usual ten-episode order to just eight. Following the announcement of Sheridan's departure from Paramount, Mayor of Kingstown is the first of his shows to announce an end date, with more sure to follow suit.

This confirmed ending and no sign of a release date for the fifth season have combined to leave Mayor of Kingstown struggling to keep up with its sibling series on the streaming charts. At the time of writing, the series ranks just tenth in the Paramount+ top ten in the U.S., with it expected to drop entirely from the charts in the coming days. Of course, when the fifth season debuts, this will change, and it will likely rocket back to the top as fans spend one last season with MCU alum Renner's Mike McLusky.

How Did Jeremy Renner React to the 'Mayor of Kingstown' News?

Close-up of Mike McLusky looking tense in Season 4 of Mayor of Kingstown

Many were quick to express their sadness on social media following the news that Mayor of Kingstown would be coming to an end. Among these posts was one from the series' star Renner, who addressed the news with grace and optimism. "Season 5. Rebirth. Renewed, here we go. Back to work this year, we're excited, and I just wanted to take a minute to say thank you to everyone, and I love you," Renner said, following with a note of gratitude, saying:

"I find myself in deep gratitude this gorgeous morning. After a rebirth, today, announcing a renewal of Mayor of Kingstown Season 5... what a blessing... and it's all because of the amazing, dedicated fans. Thank you."

Mayor of Kingstown is streaming on Paramount+ now.