Summary
A new report clarifies the relationship between Michelle Pfeiffer’sYellowstonespinoff and the previously reported sequel series. The ever-evolving neo-Western franchise from Taylor Sheridan is focused on wrapping up the flagship project this November. However, beyond the end of John Dutton III and his story arc, the universe will thrive thanks to severalYellowstonespinoffs. Some offshoots are already well-established, but Sheridan has a few more projects in the works, including one that will reportedly bring inPfeiffer, Kurt Russell, and Patrick J. Adams.
Why Yellowstone’s Sequel Series Is Better Separated From Michelle Pfeiffer’s Spinoff
John Dutton III’s Kids Deserve Their Own Show
The sequel is supposedly going to pick up where the main show will end. Currently, there’s a wait for the final remaining episodes of the series, withYellowstoneseason 5 part 2set to premiere this November. Despite the extended break between new outings in the hopes thatKevin Costner and Sheridan would be able to resolve their conflict, leading to John’s return, that is, unfortunately, not going to happen. This means that, aside from wrapping upYellowstoneand the modern Duttons' story, season 5b also needs to find a justified explanation for the family’s patriarch’s absence moving forward.
The young Duttons still have so many stories left to tell in the Yellowstone sequel.
Whatever happens inYellowstone, it’s for the best that the sequel isseparated fromThe Madison. Based on what’s known about the cast thus far, it’s difficult to imagine how all the reported characters can exist in one show without it feeling cramped. The young Duttons still have so many stories left to tell in theYellowstonesequel. As great as Costner was as John, being able to move forward and spearhead their own show will give their respective characters more time under the spotlight. On the other hand, it will also allow forThe Madisonto thrive on its own.
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How this all shakes out will be formally revealed in the next few months. At this point, it’s understandable that Sheridan is busy wrapping upYellowstone, which is still in production for its final run in the fall. After that, he and the people involved can talk more about the future of the franchise. Perhaps by then,The Madisonwill also have a confirmed cast.
Yellowstone
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Yellowstone follows the Dutton family, led by patriarch John Dutton, as they defend their expansive ranch against external threats from land developers, an Indian reservation, and America’s first national park. Released on July 31, 2025, this series examines the complex dynamics and violent conflicts surrounding the largest contiguous ranch in the United States.
