"Banshee" has become a hit on Cinemax since the show made its debut in 2013. The series is one of the cable network's first original programs along with "Strike Back" and "Sandbox." Right now, fans are thrilled that the show is about to return for its fourth season. However, season 4 will also be the last for the series and viewers will have to say goodbye to the show in 2016.
In a statement, President of HBO Programming Michael Lombardo said that the show has "helped set high standards for original programming for Cinemax."
"The show's exceptional blend of action and drama earned a vocal and passionate fan base that will not be disappointed in 'Banshee's' final season," Lombardo added.
Earlier this year, the show released its first trailer for the upcoming season which features newcomer Eliza Dushku. The "Buffy The Vampire Slayer" alum joins the show as Veronica Dawson, described by Variety as "a sexy but shockingly reckless FBI profiler with no shortage of personal demons."
The 35-year-old is no stranger to playing tough characters who are dealing with some emotional baggage. Her "Buffy" character, Faith, was a slayer with issues who eventually decided to work for the bad guys. The actress' other TV credits include playing the lead character on the futuristic drama "Dollhouse," as well as the lead on "Tru Calling."
Other newcomers will join the show, including Ana Ayora ("The Big Wedding") as Nina Cruz, a Banshee deputy working as an inside plant."The Twilight Saga" star Casey LaBow will also join the cast as Maggie, the wife of a local Aryan brotherhood leader who wants a new life for her and her son.
In a previous interview with TVGuide, executive producer Greg Yaitanes promised fans that season 4 will be full of surprises as the show prepares for its final run.
"As someone who's read the first three episodes of Season 4, I can tell you that the first 10 minutes of Season 4 will have jaws on the floor," said Yaitanes.
"Banshee" returns on Jan. 29 on Cinemax.
