“Yellowstone Season 5 Part 2 Trailer: John Dutton’s Haunting Presence Signals Kevin Costner’s Exit”
The trailer for Yellowstone Season 5, Part 2 has dropped, spotlighting how Kevin Costner’s John Dutton III will be written out of the series. The acclaimed neo-Western family drama is set to return this November following an extended hiatus caused by behind-the-scenes conflicts. Costner confirmed he would not be returning to Yellowstone after a dispute with franchise creator Taylor Sheridan, a situation that couldn’t be resolved during the break. With Costner’s departure, the show is moving forward with a new promotional clip.
The teaser features glimpses of the Dutton family home on the ranch, accompanied by voices of key family members. The promo hints at the absence of Costner’s John, emphasizing a haunting presence in the mansion as the show heads into its final episodes.
Yellowstone Season 5, Part 2 consists of six remaining episodes, which were initially meant to be the conclusion of the flagship series. However, recent reports suggest that a Season 6 is in the works, potentially featuring Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser in leading roles. There’s speculation that Sheridan might merge the planned direct sequel—focused on Rip, Beth, and Kayce—into the main series. Given this potential continuation, it’s crucial that Season 5 addresses John’s fate.
John’s deep attachment to the Dutton ranch and the escalating conflict between Beth and Jamie make it difficult to envision him leaving voluntarily. Given Costner’s departure, Sheridan has the freedom to write John out conclusively. The prevailing theory is that John may die in Season 5, Part 2, a notion supported by the trailer’s eerie tone. John’s death could serve as a significant plot device for the season. While the trailer doesn’t reveal much about the upcoming episodes, it clearly signals that the show will confront John’s fate head-on. With Season 6 potentially on the horizon, Sheridan must address Costner’s exit rather than avoiding it.
