‘Yellowstone’ Is Ending

It’s official – Yellowstone is coming to an end after its fifth season, Paramount confirms.

Fans will bid farewell to the modern-day Western following the long-awaited debut of the second half of season five. The final episodes are set to air in November, however, that date is pending due to the current Writers Guild of America strike.   

In the official statement released by Paramount on Friday, the network also revealed that fans will be introduced to a new sequel series following the conclusion of Yellowstone. 

New Sequel Coming Soon

It’s rumored that the yet-to-be-titled series will star Matthew McConaughey. The network has yet to confirm any casting information, but President and CEO of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios Chris McCarthy previously told The Hollywood Reporter that the network was proceeding with a series starring McConaughey. 

“’Yellowstone’ has been the cornerstone on which we have launched an entire universe of global hits,” McCarthy said on Friday. “I am confident our Yellowstone sequel will be another big hit thanks to the brilliant creative mind of Taylor Sheridan and our incredible casts who bring these shows to life,”

Will Pick Up Where The Show Left Off

“The Dutton story continues, picking up where Yellowstone leaves off in another epic tale,” CEO of 101 Studios, David Glasser, added. “We are thrilled to bring this new journey to audiences around the world.”

Yellowstone is television’s top-rated show. It stars Kevin Costner, Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, Wes Bentley, Cole Hauser, Kelsey Asbille, Brecken Merrill, Jefferson White, Forrie Smith, Denim Richards, Ian Bohen, Finn Little, Ryan Bingham, and Gil Birmingham. 

Additionally, CMA Female Vocalist of the Year, Lainey Wilson, made her debut on the fifth season. 

It debuted on Paramount Network in 2018 and follows the Dutton family, led by John Dutton (Costner), who controls the largest contiguous cattle ranch in the United States. Amid shifting alliances, unsolved murders, open wounds, and hard-earned respect – the ranch is in constant conflict with those it borders – an expanding town, an Indian reservation, and America’s first national park.  

Inspired Several Spinoffs

Yellowstone has already spawned several spinoffs, including 1883, starring country superstars Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, 1923, and 6666.  

The news of Yellowstone’s ending comes just days after it was revealed that Kevin Costner’s wife had filed for divorce. The couple was married for 18 years. 

Yellowstone’s return has also been in limbo due to Costner’s schedule. He had reportedly stepped away from the show to film another Western entitled, Horizon. 

Lainey Wilson, who appeared on Season 5 as Abby, recently opened up about her possible return to the show while performing at Stagecoach. 

While chatting with Entertainment Tonight‘s Cassie DiLaura, Wilson said she hoped to get an update on the show directly from creator Taylor Sheridan.

“I’m planning on getting an update today,” Wilson said before adding, “Like, just tell me when man. Yeah, I have no clue what’s going on. I feel like I’ve learned that TV business is even crazier than the music business. And that’s the truth.”

The “Heart Like A Truck” singer detailed her time on set and said she enjoyed her time on the set of Yellowstone. 

“It’s crazy, you know? They’ve honestly just welcomed me with open arms. They have just treated me like one of their own. I didn’t really know what to expect, especially the first day on set, but they treated me with respect.” 

Fans can expect Yellowstone to return for its final run this fall.