The possibilities that come with Kevin Costner’s replacement are much more exciting than continuing to drag out the current iteration of Yellowstone.
Kevin Costner has been the driving force behind Yellowstone‘s success, but his upcoming departure from the show opens up the sequel to an exciting new realm of possibilities. Season 5 is still in the midst of a mid-season hiatus – one which will likely draw out even longer given the ongoing writer’s strike. Costner is still projected to return for the conclusion of Yellowstone season 5 before leaving the show once and for all.
In lieu of continuing Yellowstone without the Dutton patriarch, the universe will expand with spin-offs and a high-profile direct sequel. While many shows never recover from losing their primary character, Yellowstone should have no problem carrying on. In fact, Yellowstone may end up better off with its current plan forward than it would by simply continuing the current narrative.
Matthew McConaughey Makes Yellowstone’s Sequel Better Than Yellowstone Season 6
With Kevin Costner’s time in the Yellowstone universe ending at the conclusion of season 5, the show in its current iteration will likely end. However, the sequel show will star Matthew McConaughey and will likely continue to cover the war for control over the Yellowstone ranch, Broken Rock reservation, and the state of Montana. What role McConaughey will play in relation to the original cast – whether as a long-lost Dutton or an entirely new character – has not yet been revealed.
Regardless of who or what McConaughey’s character is, it will be a welcome pivot away from Costner’s John Dutton as a central figure. Costner was excellent in the role and established John Dutton as one of the great characters of American television, but after 4.5 seasons Yellowstone
Yellowstone’s Future Is Still Very Exciting Despite Show’s Ending
