‘Yellowstone’ and Its Spinoffs in Chronological Order
‘Yellowstone’ and Its Spinoffs in Order of Release Date
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Created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson for the Paramount Network, Yellowstone is an old-fashioned western TV series that spawned two released spinoffs and two more upcoming sequels. While star Kevin Costner made headlines for agreeing to depart from the main series after Season 5 concludes, Yellowstone focuses on the Dutton family and the conflicts they experience while living and working at the Broken Rock Indian Reservation in Yellowstone National Park.
In addition to the main Yellowstone series launching in 2018, there’s been some confusion about the timeline of events depicted on the show relative to the release dates of the respective prequels, sequels, and spinoffs. To clarify things, a guide on how to watch the entire franchise in the chronological order of story events will help casual and avid fans understand how the various Yellowstone series fit together.
‘Yellowstone’ and Its Spinoffs in Chronological Order
Beyond the Duttons’ arduous quest across the land, the series depicts how James established Yellowstone Ranch along with his wife, Margaret (Faith Hill). Sam Elliott also stars as Shea Brennan in 1883, a grief-stricken Civil War vet who leads the westward expansion. Elliot won a SAG award for Outstanding Actor in a Miniseries. 1883: A Yellowstone Origin Story lasted one season and 10 episodes from 2021 to 2022, painting a vivid picture of the Dutton family’s proud lineage as they flee the South and attempt to forge a better life in the West. To fully grasp the order of events in the overarching Yellowstone series, it’s best to begin with 1883. Stream on Paramount+
1923 (2022-Present)
An edited image of Rip Wheeler, Jimmy Hurdstrom, and John Dutton from Yellowstone
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Unlike 1883, 1923 is a multi-season prequel to Yellowstone meant to show how far the extended Dutton family has come since fleeing Tennessee in the 19th century. Part of the series expansion includes Spencer Dutton (Brandon Sklenar) venturing to Kenya following his time in World War I, which serves as a refreshing break from the dusty Montana mountains. Although drastic changes have been made to the Duttons’ way of life on the frontier since the days of 1883, 1923 is meant to be viewed after 1883 and before the five seasons of Yellowstone. Season 2 of 1923 concluded in April 2025. Stream on Paramount+
1944 (TBD)
Although there has yet to be a confirmed cast or release date for 1944, the current status points to a 2026 release date for the series. The events depicted in the series will take place after those seen in 1923. Regardless, 1944 is currently in the early stages of development, and no cast members have yet been announced; though there have been some rumors that Isabelle May and Matthew McConaughey may appear in the series. When the series is eventually released, it should be watched after 1923 and before the main Yellowstone series.
Yellowstone (2018-2024)
Chronologically, Yellowstone is the first series created by Taylor Sheridan and released by Paramount TV. Narratively, Yellowstone is meant to be viewed after 1883, 1923, and 1944. Set in the present day, Yellowstone revolves around the sociopolitical exploits of the Duttons, a powerful family of cattle ranchers living on an Indian reservation in Montana. John Dutton (Costner) does his best to continue the legacy left behind by his father, James, and great-great uncle Jacob. Beyond his professional responsibilities, John tries to keep his family together following the death of his wife Evelyn in 1997.
Currently rated #205 on IMDb’s Top 250 TV Shows, Yellowstone has been nominated for a Primetime Emmy, and Costner won a 2023 Golden Globe. The best way to watch Yellowstone would be from the beginning, since each season progresses in chronological order, beginning in 2018 and eventually concluding with its fifth and final season in 2024.
The Madison & 6666 (TBA)
The Duttons pose on a porch in Yellowstone
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Two more Yellowstone spinoffs have been announced: The Madison (initially titled 2024) and 6666. According to Variety, The Madison will be set in modern times and track the contemporary lives of the Dutton family in 2024. No plot details or characters have been divulged beyond the story set in the modern era and featuring a new cast of actors. When 2024 eventually premieres, viewers must watch it immediately after the events portrayed at the end of Yellowstone Season 5.
‘Yellowstone’ and Its Spinoffs in Order of Release Date
If you’re interested in watching the Yellowstone franchise in the order it was released in, you can refer to the table below.
If you’re interested in learning about the tumultuous relationship between Kevin Costner and the Yellowstone franchise, be sure to watch our breakdown of the Costner-versy below:
