Taylor Sheridan’s TV empire is broadening with the announcement of The Madison, an upcoming Western series that is envisioned as a spinoff of Yellowstone. Often confused with the long-gestating Yellowstone sequel series that is still in the works, The Madison will follow the Clyburn family as they relocate to Montana following the death of their patriarch. Many details surrounding the show remain foggy, but A-lister Michelle Pfeiffer is confirmed to lead the new series..
The current state of the Yellowstone universe is murky, and even as the original series prepares to ride off into the sunset in late 2024, the Western franchise is growing. Pre-existing spinoffs like 1888 and 1923 (which is starting a second season) proved that interest was high even outside the original show, and that has spurred a rush to green-light as many projects as possible.Though updates are flowing concerning The Madison, a lot is still unknown.
The Madison Latest News
Shooting Begins On The Spinoff
After a flury of news regarding casting and story details, the latest update confirms that filming has begun on The Madison. The update came from young star Amiah Miller, who will play the role of Bridgette, who not only gushed about her experience thus far, but announced the cameras were rolling. “We’re filming right now in Montana, and I had never been there before,” said Miller, though she didn’t say much about the show’s timeline. It’s unclear how long the show will shoot for, but a quick turnaround is expected.
Read Miller’s full comments below:
It’s a really special project, and I’m so grateful. It was such a dream come true. I’ve always wanted to work with Taylor Sheridan. I met him at the screen test. And you know, I fought for the role, and I booked it, and yeah, it’s going really well. And we’re filming right now in Montana, and I had never been there before. It’s so beautiful, and everyone is so lovely… You’re really gonna like the show.
[He’s] so talented. He is such a busy man. Like, he will be editing one show and then writing another show, and then at the wrap party. And I’m just like, “How are you doing all of this? I don’t understand.” But yeah, he’s such a force, and I’m so grateful that he believed in me and gave me the part. And he called me himself and offered. He was like, “Hey Amiah, it’s Taylor. You want to be in my show?” I was like, “Yeah, I sure do, Taylor!”
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The Madison Is Confirmed
The Series Was Announced In August 2024
New Taylor Sheridan shows pop up quite frequently, but the announcement of The Madison in August 2024 helped clear up some confusion about the TV creator’s expanding resume. Amid story details and potential casting clues, it has also been revealed that Sheridan’s latest opus is separate from the Yellowstone sequel that is also in the works. Though there was some initial confusion, it has now been confirmed that The Madison is a spinoff of Yellowstone. Filming began around October 2024, but a timeline is not yet known.
The Madison Cast Details
Michelle Pfeiffer Will Star
Though the full scope of The Madison’s cast remains unclear, the spinoff has landed its lead. Michell Pfeiffer was being circled for the starring role, and she has now officially joined the series. Pfeiffer will play the role of Stacy Clyburn, but it’s unclear how her casting will affect other potential stars. Since 2023, Matthew McConaughey was rumored to be making an appearance in the Yellowstone franchise, but it has since been reported that McConaughey is likely out. Meanwhile, Kurt Russell is being courted to fill a lead role, but he hasn’t officially signed on yet.
Despite this confusion, additional cast members have been added to the ensemble, including Suits star Patrick J. Adams as investment banker Russell McInthosh. Elle Chapman will play Russell’s wife, Paige McInthosh, while Beau Garrett is single mom Abigail Reese. Amiah Miller was cast as Abigail’s oldest daughter, Bridgette. Lost alum Matthew Fox will appear as Paul, an outdoorsy and self-reliant man. Ben Schnetzer will appear as Van, a kind rancher who is neighbors with Stacy.
The Madison Story Details
A New Family Moves To Montana
Despite being largely shrouded in mystery, major details about the plot of The Madison have been revealed. The series will follow the Clyburn family as they relocate to Montana following the tragic death of their patriarch in a plane accident. Though the synopsis doesn’t introduce a conflict, it isn’t hard to see how the family could quickly get involved in trouble. Since the show is a spinoff of Yellowstone, the Clyburns could run into many of the same problems that plagued the Dutton family, or they could even run afoul of the Duttons themselves.