Jeremy Renner wraps Mayor of Kingstown Season 4 filming, bringing the Paramount+ crime drama closer to its return, with Renner assuring fans this chapter will surpass expectations. The production, led by Renner after his highly publicized recovery, has officially concluded filming in Pittsburgh, setting the stage for new developments in the gritty world of Kingstown, Michigan.
Season 4 Filming Officially Ends
On Wednesday, Jeremy Renner, who returns as Mike McLusky, declared that shooting for the highly anticipated fourth season is complete. Renner shared behind-the-scenes moments and added,
It’s OFFICIAL !! Season 4 complete,
—Jeremy Renner. In a further message to those following the series, he said,
Thank you to the cast and crew and most importantly … the FANS — this season will be worth the wait I promise.
—Jeremy Renner.
The Crime Saga Continues in Kingstown
Originally launched in 2021 on Paramount+, Mayor of Kingstown explores the brutal reality of a city where incarceration is the local economy. The narrative follows the McLusky family as they attempt to mediate between police, criminals, inmates, prison guards, and politicians, amid ongoing corruption and racial tensions. The show, created by Taylor Sheridan and Hugh Dillon, found immediate success, ranking as Paramount Network’s most-watched scripted debut since 2018.
Season 4 was greenlit in December 2024, with production kicking off in Pittsburgh earlier this year. As filming began, producers shared hope and excitement, noting,
Kingstown never sleeps. Season 4 is officially in the works!
—Production Team.
Returning Stars and New Faces
In addition to Jeremy Renner’s comeback following his near-fatal snowplow accident in 2023, the cast includes Hugh Dillon, Tobi Bamtefa, Taylor Handley, Derek Webster, and Nichole Galicia. Several new members are joining the drama for Season 4. Edie Falco takes the role of Nina Hobbs, Anchor Bay’s new prison warden. Lennie James appears as respected gangster Frank Moses. Laura Benanti steps in as Kingstown correctional officer Cindy Stephens, while Derek Rivera enters as Cortez, a calculated young Colombian Sicario. These additions promise to intensify the evolving conflicts and alliances within the show.
Behind the Scenes and Upcoming Premiere
The creative team for this season features notable names like executive producers Taylor Sheridan, Hugh Dillon, Jeremy Renner, Dave Erickson, Antoine Fuqua, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, Michael Friedman, Regina Corrado, and Keith Cox. Their combined vision ensures a multi-layered and suspenseful continuation for both loyal viewers and newcomers.
Paramount+ is preparing to unveil this next chapter, with the premiere targeted for October 2025, though a finalized release date remains pending. As filming wraps, the anticipation intensifies among fans eager to see how events unfold for the McLusky family, the city’s inmates, prison guards, and the many power brokers shaping Kingstown’s fate.
With Jeremy Renner at the helm, the cast revitalized, and new adversaries introduced, the forthcoming season promises to deliver the drama’s most impactful and ambitious storylines yet.
