Duke and Eastwood fans prepare for a modern roller-coaster of a western, sure to keep you interested from episode one tell the very end - and keep you coming back season after season. A skillfully crafted series based on the Walt Longmire mystery novels by best-selling author Craig Johnson. The show follows Walt Longmire, played by Australian actor Robert Taylor, as the charismatic, honest, and value upholding sheriff of fictional Absaroka County, in northeaster Wyoming.

Maintaining a brave face and square-up demeanor to any situation, Longmire keeps watch over the county and its citizens. All the while, deep inside, he hides the pain he truly feels towards the recent death of his wife. But through the caring nature of his daughter Cady Longmire, played by Cassidy Freeman, and his long devoted friend Henry Standing Bear, played by Lou Diamond Phillips. Walt Longmire, gains a new outlook and passion for his job and dedicates himself to moving forward, one step at a time.

From the first moment you jump in and begin the show you find yourself hooked. Wait… this isn't just another crime/drama? No! In fact, it has a very refreshing new and unique take on the genre. A contemporary Western blended with a crime drama and a sprinkle of cowboys versus Indians and you've got an amazing mix of a show called Longmire.

Adapted for TV, I have already added the book series to my future reading list. The show is easily a binge-watch. The cast of characters presented on screen are so dynamically believable, I found myself truly caring about them. No spoilers, but there are some serious things which you will find out and witness on the show, which spans six seasons, that will leave you angry and or in tears. It has been brilliantly written. I myself hope to work on a project just as spectacular one day.

Something to consider which I believe has added to the success and unique nature of the show is; that it truly is a one of a kind. Originally on A&E before being cancelled and then picked up immediately by Netflix between season 3 and 4. It is one of the only, Western themed crime shows out there. Walt Longmire is a strong, smart lawman with a strong set of values of which he will not forsake, break or back down from. Willing to go toe-to-toe, regardless of the odds. The bare essentials of the character reminded me of John Wayne or certain Clint Eastwood films that I grew up with. But, with a very modern theme and expressing the clash between old and new.

I personally recommend this show to anyone in the market for something new and unique. I would give this show a 9.5 out of 10, and will not be swayed otherwise. IMBD scored the show at an 8.3 out of 10; TV.com 7.5 out of 10; and Rottentommatoes.com gave the show an overall 88%. Longmire is available on Netflix now.