Even though Kevin Costner has parted ways with Yellowstone, there’s still hope for fans holding out for a sixth season. While the actor’s departure sparked plenty of drama behind the scenes, it might not mean the end for the beloved Western saga.
It’s now official—Kevin Costner’s days with Yellowstone are over. The split stems from scheduling conflicts and creative differences between the actor and the showrunner, Taylor Sheridan. The tension reportedly escalated to the point where Costner nearly took legal action against the series’ creators.
With the main star gone, questions naturally arose about the future of the show. But for those who’ve fallen in love with the Dutton family’s saga, there’s some good news: a potential season six of Yellowstone is in the works.
Season 6: What’s Next for Yellowstone?
According to Deadline, discussions for a sixth season are underway. If it moves forward, the show might see Kelly Reilly (Beth Dutton) and Cole Hauser (Rip Wheeler) step up as the new leads, filling the void left by Costner’s departure.
Fans are still eagerly awaiting the second half of season 5, expected to air in November 2024. This part of the season is set to bid farewell to Costner’s character, John Dutton, giving the production a chance to wrap up his storyline.
While there was speculation that season 5 might serve as the series finale, Paramount’s teaser only hinted at the show’s return without confirming it as the end. Now, it’s becoming clearer that Yellowstone may have more stories to tell.
Reilly and Hauser, who’ve been negotiating their involvement in a Yellowstone spinoff, might shift their focus back to the main series if season 6 gets the green light. This would likely mean their characters, Beth and Rip, would take on more central roles in the continuing saga.
Still, fans will have to wait until November to see how season 5 wraps up—and to get more concrete news about a possible sixth season of Yellowstone. Until then, the fate of the Dutton ranch and its future remains a thrilling mystery.