“Everything You Need to Know About Yellowstone Season 5 Part 2: Return Date, Cast, Trailer, Spin-Offs, and More”
Television’s biggest drama has become one of its most unpredictable sagas. Paramount Network’s hit Western, Yellowstone, appeared set for a smooth ride into a record-breaking sunset. However, it’s turned into a bucking bronco of its own, with the show’s future in flux. Season 5, which has been on hiatus since January 2023, might be its final season, but recent developments suggest the show might not be ready to hang up its cowboy hat just yet. Here’s what we know about the show’s return.
Kevin Costner, who plays the central character John Dutton, will not be featured in the second half of Season 5 as he shifts focus to his new passion project—a series of Western films. Despite this, there’s good news from the ranch: Yellowstone Season 5 has resumed production, and the premiere date for Part 2 has been announced. Additionally, a new sequel series is in the works.
The flagship series still has plenty of storylines to resolve. Civil war is raging among the Duttons, with Jamie (Wes Bentley) and Beth (Kelly Reilly) clashing, John (Costner) facing the threat of impeachment, and a devastating illness spreading among Montana wildlife, putting the Duttons’ cattle at risk.
Here’s the latest on Yellowstone Season 5 Part 2:
Latest News
Yellowstone is making headlines again. On August 30, Paramount Network released the first teaser trailer for Season 5 Part 2. The teaser opens with a memorable quote from Kevin Costner’s John Dutton from Season 2, setting the stage for an escalating feud between the Dutton siblings. The trailer hints at the tensions to come, with Jamie warning, “You destroy me, you destroy yourself.”
Additionally, on August 27, it was reported that Yellowstone might continue beyond Season 5. Despite earlier announcements that the show would end with its fifth season, there are now discussions about a potential sixth season, though this would be without Costner. For more details, check out the section on “Is Yellowstone Ending with Season 5?”
Release Date
Get ready for a YEEHAW moment! Yellowstone Season 5 Part 2 is set to premiere on Sunday, November 10, at 8/7c. The last new episode aired on January 1, 2023. The show will also debut in Canada on Paramount+ on November 10, with international releases scheduled for the U.K. on November 11, and in Latin America, Brazil, and France at later dates.
Trailers and Teasers
The first footage from the new episodes dropped on August 30. The teaser trailer revives an iconic line from John Dutton and previews the escalating conflicts within the Dutton family. Paramount Network has also released first-look photos showcasing the remaining cast, suggesting they’re ready to continue the drama even after Costner’s departure.
Production
On May 21, Deadline reported that production for Season 5 Part 2 had resumed in Montana. With the show back on track, fans can look forward to seeing how the story unfolds, hopefully with everyone remembering their riding skills.
Is Yellowstone Ending with Season 5?
There’s a chance Yellowstone may not be finished after all. On August 27, Puck reported that Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser, who play Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler, are in talks for a potential sixth season. This comes despite Paramount’s previous announcement that Season 5 would be the end. In May 2023, the network had confirmed that Season 5 would be the final season, with a sequel series set to debut in December. However, due to the writers and actors strikes, both the final season and the sequel series faced delays, pushing Season 5’s return to November 10, 2024.
Creator Taylor Sheridan has stated that he intended to wrap up John Dutton’s story even without Costner’s return, though he admitted it might not be as complete as initially planned. The season was expected to be six episodes long, but Sheridan has indicated flexibility in episode count if needed.
Kevin Costner’s Return
Kevin Costner has confirmed he will not return for Part 2 of Season 5. In a video posted on June 20, Costner explained his departure, citing his commitment to his new Western film project, Horizon. Despite his exit, Costner expressed gratitude for his time on Yellowstone and his connection with the show’s fans, signaling that he will focus on his new ventures moving forward.
With these developments, Yellowstone fans have plenty to look forward to as the series heads into its next chapter. Stay tuned for more updates on the return of television’s biggest drama.
