Was Longmire on his way to confront Connelly? I do think Barlow was the one to go down, but maybe not by Branch. Id love to see more of Peter Wellers character, Lucien Connally. Btw thank you for all your comments this past season. Having sufficiently stoked Walt's rage, Barlow then draws a gun so Walt shoots him, twice. Huffington Post. A&E wanted a larger profit share. IMO she has developed a drinking problem after finding out her mother was murdered. Im a late arrival and havent read most comments, but, to answer Edwards question as to why Ridges wanted to count Branchs coup, I think it was because Branch got nosy after Cadys car accident during the election. Of course he has some serious apologizing to Vic. Several times in the finale tonight it showed Walts dashboard with a white hand print. I dont like the idea of Branch in any other job but with the sheriffs department. SunnyinFL August 5, 2014 @ I have a feeling Vics husband is not out of the picture yet. I am sure if the show is renewed that the writers will be going full steam ahead with Walt and Vics romance. I have enjoyed reading the posts on this site this year, and thank you for providing an outlet for comments and opinions. August 5, 2014 @ It seemed to have old Instead we get the same cliffhanger of Branch in danger as last season. So thats why (in terms of story justice) Longmire got to shoot Ridges himself, even though he doesnt yet know that it was Ridges who killed Miller Beck. I remember reading once that many settlers of Wyoming were driven mad by some combination of the incessant wind of the high plains and the loneliness. August 7, 2014 @ Im getting really bored with most TV offerings and this is the last new show that has caught my interest. I think Henry will start doing what Hector would do because of the guilt he feels about Hectors death, Kate11208 Lingerie needs to come back. And thank you for stopping by and adding your invaluable insight. Available on Kindle. I just love this series. What I have missed this year is the interaction with the Rez, especially Mathias. Barlow had a shotgun and to use this to shoot Branch he would have to standup and turn around. The only reason I watch A&E is to watch Longmire. Heres hoping for season 4 !! Crossfire is a series about three families who are staying in a holiday resort on a Spanish island when gunmen come into the premises and begin to shoot. Jhera35 More questions in the air. I am still against Vic and Walt getting romantically involved. I always enjoy learning a little more about Craig Johnson and this remarkable world he has created. Please be back with season 4 soon. wonderful season ender season 4 newel should really be a no brainer. Douglas Henning Following the miscarriage she suffered in episode 4, she went on a drive and came close to killing herself she had the bullet locked and ready to go, but she emptied it out when she realized that she couldn't go through with it. What was that with Branch rubbing the paint on Ridges face in the morgue? I think Henry took the jar with requests for Hectors services because he is going to take over the role of providing justice to the Cheyenne when they cant get it anyplace else. The show was given ten extra minutes in order to properly try to answer that question. It seems it would be harder than simply walking in and having Walt say okay then but not impossible. The humorous scenes between Walt and Henry were indeed a welcomed return. But, sure, its a possibility. Aha! They were working out contract details that whole time. Hope for another season where we can find out. Just leave it as she died of cancer like in the books and then whole Henry being charged and arrested would not be needed. He pulled a gun on Walt who was forced to shoot him down. Ratings are a fact of life. "The cowboy has always been a dying breedBut he takes his dying slowly, perched upon his steed." Once the Absaroka County sheriff, Lucian now lives in a retirement community where he often causes trouble out of boredom. Though Walt had successfully been found innocent despite the efforts of Barlow's associates. Lou Diamond Phillips is the epitome of elegance and eloquence. In Branchs tired, vacant stare at his would-be assassin, theres a mixture of disbelief that his ordeal is finally over, perhaps, wondering if, even now, the corpse wont come back alive for one more encounter. But Vics Walt punched me leveled me. I loved the finale but I hate the wait to find out what is next. Vic too for that matter if the punch in the face was the best thing that happened to her all week. I am surprise that Baldwin/Coveney and Greer Shepard and others didnt pitch Longmire to TNT as they served as executive producers/consulting producers on The Closer, Major Crimes, Rizzoli & Isles and Dallas. Who knows? Looking forward to Season 4! I dont think Jacob is squeaky clean either. Mr. Taylor did an excellent job in portraying grief and relief in that powerful moment. Warner actually films the show and sells it to A&E, as I understand it. I so love longmire and hope they keep this t.v show going. Heres hoping. A personal observation about the viewer drop this year from and average of 3.7 (S2) to 3.5(S3). Walt Longmire (Robert Taylor) finds Branch Connally (Bailey Chase) walking down the road, shotgun in hand. I hope that next year will continue the humor in the interactions with the main characters. My husband thinks Im nuts and it was just makeup or war paint. The season finale was a great episode with my favorite line of the series: Walt punched me. Branch,Barlow.. Its shame Longmire has no help from a lead in show. It would seem for outward appearances they are after the quick buck and not entertainment thus the cheaply made farsical reality fiascos. Hopefully in season 4 we will see more humorous interactions between Walt and Henry, I would love to know more about their history, and of course it would be great to see Walt and Vic finally have some happiness together. Who is the father of Vic's baby on Longmire? http://www.vibrantnation.com/other-topics/craig-johnson-the-man-behind-longmire/. I finally thought to Google longmire owl symbol and found a great article from June 4, 2012 interviewing Craig Johnson. And Branch turning his own father over to Walt will probably clear his way to return to his job. August 5, 2014 @ Did you get that figure from the Longmire Posse group? The vast majority of the time, this sort of thing in a finale leads to them finding a way to survive. 4:06 am. If the finale is an indication I think the writers will develop the Walt/Vic relationship slowly and do it right, it will work, and not be the typical main characters getting together to the detriment of the show. Sean was out of town on business and Ed Goreski had just threatened Vic. HOOTIEWHO, LONGMIREA CONNALLY CONUNDRUMBRANCH OR BARLOWOR BOTH? [b]PerilPress[/b], Ive always liked Gerald McRaney going way back to Simon & Simon and Im kinda hoping hes not mortally wounded and sticks around a little more to add spice to these exceptional storylines. Of course, I was left asking: who set the wheels in motion for Miller Beck to kill Martha Longmire? August 5, 2014 @ I think the whole Martha being killed story arc wasnt needed. She was never that into him in the first place. Most of the posters here are way ahead of me in the nuances of this tv series. note(s) (requests) in it. If you wanted to promote Longmire to others in prep for season 2 your hands were tied unless you DVRd it and had people over. His line that son of a bitch Walt Longmire sounded like he has a deep hatred for him. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Monday to take control of municipal services and development for the special zone encompassing Walt Disney . Its too darn good and too popular. Nighthorse (A. Martinez) has lawyered upshes there in his officeand he has, on the surface, a damn good alibi. Besides, in typical Longmire fashion, he seems to half blame himself for what happened to Branch. It would really be a shame if it is renewed. Katee SackhoffVic cant help lovin that man WaltKatee amazingly portrays Vics tough-tender personavivid and vulnerable, Ruby and Fergthe icing on the cakecant have this cake without the icing, Peter Weller and Gerald McRaneyI am longtime fans of both actors, and they are terrific counterpoints to Robert Taylor, Robert Taylor has such a wonderfully, subtly expressive face and eyes that say so muchyet he is physically imposingthat man can really clear a tablealso a deskand that voiceyessireevote for Longmire, A year is an awful long time to wait for Season 4I vote for Season 3.5. Loved the S3 finale, but the best part for us is that we had a family membered contacted by the film scouts to use their older home for a filming location for one of the S4 episodes ! 3:34 am. Then in the Red Pony Henry says to Vic I think you are spending too much time with Walt you are picking up his speech patterns. 2:11 pm. Appreciated. But there is clearly a strong strain of it in the Connally family. Really enjoyed the humorous banter between Walt/Henry and Vic/Henry. . I absolutely love this show and i dont watch TV very often. Was it just a device to let us hear Marthas voice as Walt was going to spread her ashes or was there more significance? However, I think TNT is planning another Major Crimes spinoff with Jon Tenney (Fritz) as head of LAPD Special Ops after retiring from the FBI and I bet they slot that after Major Crimes. We hear the shotgun blast as we see Longmire looking concerned while scanning the landscape, as if he heard it, too. Remember when Walt told Barlow that he thought the shooter was getting back at Barlow through Branch? 6:41 am. Yes, I am reading them in order I do always like to do that. The season finale was funny, exciting, and heartbreaking. Walt then kills Barlow, avenging Branch and Martha. Teens Break-in to House to Bake Marijuana Brownies. Who was shot? Too many tv shows are lazy and predictable keeping on main characters that should be gone to shake up the show. I wouldnt write him out until the divorce, although hes proven himself to be a coward in the face of dangernot Vics type. 6:26 pm. Its likely Branch saw it coming and got the drop on him. Jane Davis The part when Walt was spreading his wifes ashes was so sad. All the new summer offerings from all the networks have been a big disappointment. Those story arcs were part of the cause for so many Vic haters and strong feelings Walt and Vic should not get together. But, damn, wasnt that a top season closer?! Walt hitting Vic made me gasp, but her causal reaction was funny as hell as were subsequent scenes with Vic, Walt and Henry in the Red Pony, and then Walt and Henry in cemetry. 9:24 pm. The interplay between Henry and Walt is very true to Mr. Johnsons books. Lets hope another network is smart enough to pick Longmire up. Why do we have until next year for season 4? I agree with [b]Dog[/b] that Sean should have been gone in season one and that the Gorski story was a mistake. . Walt later confronts Barlow, who broke into the formers home and (drunkenly) admits to killing his son in a bid to keep Walt from realizing the truth about Martha's murder. In this storyline and others, they went against book canon. Why did Henry take Hectors drop jar? It would also be great to see he and Cady work their way back to each other. August 5, 2014 @ Arcs settled. When Nighthorse rambles on about how hes tired of constantly being scrutinized, he crosses the line by invoking Longmires late wifes name. In the books, he is The Bear and I dont think that any of this seasons troubles would have happened to him! Branchs true calling strikes me as a politician not a lawman. I like snowdogmoms answer to why Henry took Hectors jar. One of the top five shows on television period! I think TNT should pick it up, put it on Monday at 10pm eastern after Major Crimes and match the number of episodes with Major Crimes. What was in the jar was Walts dead wife ashes! Though the whole Barlow reveal is still soaking in with me. fantastic drama, pulse-pounding action and emotional catharsis. Hopefully, it wont take too long! The Glades and Longmire were both on Sunday night for season 1 of Longmire. ET on A&E), the case of Walt's dead wife came back into the show in a big way.Charles S. Dutton portrayed a FBI agent who'd been trying to reach Walt for awhile. Longmire gets better ratings than both. 4:36 pm. Gutted by what could have been, she loaded a single bullet into her gun and went into the woods. I still feel like viewers arent being shown the entire picture, which is standard for mysteries but frustrating at the same time. I wonder if there is a deeper connection between them. Not surprisingly, the fracas brought an end a temporary one, we can only hope to their friendship, just at a time when Walt might need all the friends he can get. Longmires now officially on Netflix, and its begun filming Season 4. He started asking about Ridges, once he put two-n-two together. These three characters need to interact a lot more. 5:59 am. DeMaris from Tillsonburg Ontario Canada. We just let them rant. She placed the weapon to her head, crying, trembling, preparing to alleviate her tortured mind. Great show. She was on 24 a few seasons ago. This show has it all..even my husband,, who normally only watches sports, never misses an episode of Longmire. They recover the body, and Longmire gets to reach into the deceaseds seriously macabre-looking skeleton to pull out the featherthe main piece of evidence that finally clears Henry. He was particularly angered by the drive-by shooting where Branch was hit by the supposed killer hired to eliminate Walt's wife. It was only five minutes before the end of the episode when this happened, and we were still confused but only briefly. It was innocent, but she drew the conclusion it wasnt. ! moments (insert voice of Annie Savoy, Susan Sarandans character in Bull Durham, responding to Crash Davis little speech about what he believes in in matters of the heart) Ive ever seen on TV. Too bad more fans of TV crime dramas havent found it yet. Ive been watching from the beginning and after season 1 aired it wasnt seen again until season 2 was ready to premiere 9 months later. Hopefully he reacted fast enough, but then again they both had clayshot simiar to the Dick Cheney shooting so its very survivable. Its been a lot of fun reviewing the show each week and meeting so many other fans of the show. emsa2, I think Walt deserved a drink after what hes had to deal with and more than a Raineer. Christine This year, I recommended this show to a lot of people. But then I have never seen Martha as some sweet little wife who just waved Walt off in the morning with a take care of yourself dear and went back in the house to bake a pie and do some knitting while she waited for him to come home in the evening with his supper ready for him. Branch, knowing his father and being very wary of him, had stepped close enough to Barlow to interfere with the shot and perhaps strike him in the head with the butt of his shotgun. Bringem Back!! Nothing really happened between Vic and Walt. What happened to Jacob Nighthorse at the end of Longmire? August 5, 2014 @ If Ridges had killed Branch at the end of last season, this season would have been even more dark and intense as they investigated his murder. Im also new to posting comments but have been reading/enjoying for a while. Another controversy involving Branch was the killing of Walt's wife. Perhaps, blackmail from Ridges. It seems too easy and common. I have read all the books and highly recommend them. As to Branch and his father, I believe Branch shot his father but as to your comment, Penny, about this not being the kind of show where the main characters die, I remind you of The Good Wife. We didnt see that one coming either. Getting sick of their lack of information and promotion for Longmire. The scene of Vic, Ruby, and Ferg staring out the window at displaced, disturbed Deputy Branch is one of my all time favorite images for this show. I think Walts wife had a crusade to keep a casino from being built on the reservation. Of course, but not all different opinions are negative, some criticisms are constructive. In the novel, "No Country for Old Men" by Cormac McCarthy, Barlow is the identity of the drug dealer whom Llewellyn kills without Walt ever getting an answer as to why Walt's wife is targeted. Major Crimes as a lead in I bet would bring in more viewers to Longmire. Katee tweeted something about S4 already but my guess is they told her to reserve her before officially announcing A&E wouldnt end another show with a main character in mortal danger would they..ie Glades Matt seems to have landed OK though on USA Network. The continuing arcs are what allow the writers to make the characters more interesting. I think the writers might go in a different direction than killing one of them off. But even with Branch distracted theres no way Barlow gets the drop. I think what Henry said to Branch about returning to his job under Walt after he lost the election has a much deeper meaning now. A&E was never the right network for Longmire. . Isnt that where people left notes for Hector with requests for his services? I just dont see Branch getting into big business, he seems to really love law enforcement and digging into the truth of crimes, even if that truth exposed his father. I hope they do surprise me! August 5, 2014 @ Elementary has a good song selection, too. Its a writing tactic that allows the audience understanding of the plot point. He feels responsible for Hectors death, prelude to Henry storyline for season 4. emsA2 I wanted a like button fro your comments. It would add more drama. OnTheElk I bet a lot of Longmire viewers watch Major Crimes. I truly hope Branch is not dead since he did almost die once already. I only wish they would warn you that the episode is going long. I do like Branch and Cady together but think he has as much to do to earn his way back into her good graces as he does to Walts. Feel dumb for asking, but what was in the jar Henry took out of the rocks at the end? And Walts not going to kill anyone, especially not the wrong guy! Sorry, this is terribly long but like everybody else Ashes to Ashes left me with so many thoughts and questions. No, Walt does not find out that Barlow killed his wife. Why did Ridges go after Branch? The only real exception is if this ending is set up thanks to a contract dispute . Michael M. Robin is an executive producer on Longmire and also serves as executive producer on Dallas, The Closer, Major Crimes and as consulting producer on the first two seasons of Rizzoli & Isles. Anyone else, would have been perfect. The Real Housewives of Atlanta The Bachelor Sister Wives 90 Day Fiance Wife Swap The Amazing Race Australia Married at First Sight The Real Housewives of Dallas My 600-lb Life Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. Now, he's suddenly very much in the news because the new hit film, "Jesus Revolution," covers aspects of his life story from the late '60s and early '70s. Please bring the Longmire BACK even if it re runs. My favorite part of the finale was the banter between, Vic, Walt and Bearmuch like the recurring theme in the books. Fortunately we were able to find it at a later time so we could see what we missed A&E also needs to start at the scheduled time rather tha 5 minutes late. A rifle was fired but that does not mean someone was killed but that scene was quite powerful regardless. August 5, 2014 @ Well, friends, I have heard they cancelled Longmire. August 5, 2014 @ Was wondering what was in the jar that Henry picked up off of that Wall?! Great show. Andrey is a coach, sports writer and editor. Also, being vocal about your feelings on a subject is the only way to convey them. I have removed A&E from my channel lineup. I dont know details but I know the arrangement between Warner and A&E and A&E wanting more of the profits was the stumbling block last year. I feel like Henry would have just driven to the cabin. I just got Detective Fales name this episode (Fales = Fails). And Walts revenge! OK, Walt & Vic can get together as long as it is done well. August 5, 2014 @ In " Breaking Bad ," Walter White 's descent from mild-mannered family man to murderous meth kingpin . Not at this point. They run a marathon of the current season during the day on a Friday? The kind of thing that just leaves you breathless. Intent doesnt equal success. BTW, as to Branch firing a warning shot Remember the Owl showed up the messenger of death. I will say that the very reason that you want to keep Branch is exactly why he should be killed off or sent away. Is is possible no one shot anyone or is it possible that someone else shot either Barlow or Branch? Like some of you have mentioned, I too have been a little unclear as to why David Ridges would come after Branch with such vengence. Fair or not. I am enjoying reading the comments here. While we were skeptical in the early going about Branchs quick turnaround, this, coupled with Henrys release and a number of other developments tonight, make us wish season 4 was here already. Havent seen her lately . I agree with all of you. 5:07 am. He really has the upper edge even though he was distracted. It works in the books and it took Craig about four books/four years to get there. AMC. The first time we see the owl is in the pilot. Dog, I agree with your Walt/Vic comments, they have been encumbered by the story arcs. I hope youre right, Victor. Everything is superb! He has spent most of his time jumping to conclusions, excessively whining about doing his job, politicking, and getting into unnecessary conflicts with Walt. Why would Barlow go that route? I dont know remember how much is revealed about Martha in Craig Johnsons books besides the fact that they met very young, 20-21 and anything more is sketchy but there are a couple novels in the series I have not read yet. Until recently I assumed it was a given and Longmire was just working its way there nice and slow. While trap shooting, Branch and Barlow discuss Nighthorse. Even in Unquiet Mind I slapped my forehead and said of course the owl that leads Walt to the cabin that was essential for him to survive falling in a a river in winter on the mountain was Martha. 3:19 am, All content copyright 2011-2022 CarterMatt.com, This site uses cookies to track and store data. Retired Sheriff Lucian Connally was a recurring character on the Longmire Television series. August 5, 2014 @ Ive started reading the Longmire books. [FAQ] What happened to branch on longmire? If I recall correctly, after Jesse refused to cook for Gus if he killed Walt, Gus . Barlow admits to paying him to send Ridges to Denver the week that Walt's wife was killed, in the pursuit of having Branch replace Walt as sheriff. Some real big laughs in Ashes to Ashes. Its rare for me to laugh out loud watching films but this had me laughing. Everyone on this show makes the most of their screen time. I like Longmire, but it would much be better with more daring writing and less predictable plots. Cady seemed wimpy to me this year, but in her defense, shes had a hard year. [b]Dog[/b], Interesting theory. The official moment he was free and the plan worked was beyond emotional. I believe the scene was added, along with Branch visiting the corpse, to throw some suspicion (a red herring) his way that he was capable of swiping the body. I kept watching the clock as the minutes were dwindling down, wondering what surprises were left in store. Longmire is the best show on tv PERIOD! I love both of them but had to get used to the people in the books not being the same as the people in the TV show. But all this begs the question, if Barlow Connally hired David Ridges to kill Martha Longmire, did Ridges do the deed himself, or did he outsource the murder by hiring Miller Beck? Later, when Longmire and Henry lug Miller Becks coffin back to where David Ridgess body is being kept, they find out from Ferg that someone picked the lock and made off with Ridges. However, the writers make some odd choices so I would not be surprised if suddenly they try to write them as some great romance, but I hope that Cady gets a new love interest. Then, it was Branch of all people who finally uncovered the truth. As you say, this is just one of the many nuances that make this a different show. Great episode, great season! I loved the humor. They only have three shows drawing any sizeable audience Longmire, Bates Hotel and DD (I have never watched either of the last two). years(!) I initially thought he was comptemplating suicide but then figured that was just not his personality. I also agree that there seems to be more to Barlows malice toward Walt. Also Ive finally come to accept the Walt & Vic relationship. Perhaps as someone else mentioned he could be mayor or something. @Kay Vics character was most definitely not on 24. Your email address will not be published. Walt and Vic will ruin a perfect working relationship if they move to a personal relationship. In the TV series, hes Henry and LDP does a very good job with his character. Then Walt leaves Vic stranded at the Red Pony as he rushes to Denver. First, I have never watched a show where the actors do a better job of appearing authenic. Nicely said, Virginia! I agree with most, that the Branch character works best as a deputy. It would be the same with a lot of other shows, coming in after several seasons. Malachi needs to go down for his corruption and treatment of Henry if nothing else. Ridges was paid $50,000 through Big Pine Timbers (which was associated with Nighthorse's casino). Although there was not any close interaction between Vic and Walt appropriately so it was really sweet to see Vic take care of Walts bloody ear in the bar What a total dirtbag Barlow turned out to be, not that we didnt think he was pretty slimy, but to turn against Branch like that pretty powerful! And her worst suspicions appear to be confirmed when she finds an empty beer can Rainier . They rant against those with a well thought out objection, not only against those who just state they hate Vic. More please. I however have been on sites where people are downright nasty if you express you like the Vic character, or say she has some redeeming quailties, or she is the most reliable deputy, or disagree with their opinion at all and the same people post over and over and over and over again even when the topic may not be about Vic and they have already expressed their opinion. [b]snowdogmom[/b], 100% support more Lucian Connally and having him partner up with Walt again. The season wrapped up the David Ridges storyline, as well as Vics stalker situation and Henry Standing Bears plight. I wont get into a debate why the ratings are down as there are so many factors impacting them and I dont think they are accurate in the first place. In the same book, Cady marries Philadelphia Police Officer Michael Moretti, the brother of Walt's undersheriff, Vic Moretti, on the Rez; Michael and she had been seeing each other since . Not surprisingly, Walt wasn't taking his calls. Hopefull, if there is a S4, they can move forward much more freely. But that is about to change, and change drastically. Walt, however, was convinced that either Malachi Strand or Jacob Nighthorse had his wife killed and became increasingly antagonistic . As to Branch and his dad.