Over the course of four action-packed seasons, Yellowstone has established itself as a riveting, ambitious, and unpredictable spectacle as it skyrockets in popularity. The show, driven by a stunning Kevin Costner–led cast, delivers the adventures of the Dutton clan as they fight to protect the massive cattle ranch they’ve run for generations. With dysfunctional family dynamics, boardroom intrigue, political and culture clashes, cliff-hangers, and bursts of violence, Paramount Network’s lavish western drama has become the most-watched scripted series on television. This remarkable edition of Entertainment Weekly gets inside every season, celebrating the twists, turns, and thrilling mayhem of the series, as well as the prequels and spinoffs from franchise creator Taylor Sheridan. With spectacular photographs, revealing cast interviews, and much more, this the ultimate guide for a devoted Yellowstone fan, someone new to its pleasures—or anyone in between.
The Ultimate Guide to Yellowstone
Making Cowboys Cool Again • Yellowstone has lassoed a massive audience and single-handedly revived the western genre on TV.
Welcome to Yellowstone • THE PARAMOUNT NETWORK WESTERN HAS SEEN RATINGS SKYROCKET, THANKS TO FAST-PACED STORYTELLING AND A DYNAMIC CAST OF FORMIDABLE CHARACTERS
John Dutton • A bona fide Hollywood leading man with a long list of iconic western roles, Kevin Costner signed on to Yellowstone to explore an often overlooked side of America.
Costner on Costner • THE OSCAR WINNER LOOKS BACK AT THE SIGNATURE ROLES THAT DEFINED HIS PRE-YELLOWSTONE CAREER
Rip Wheeler and Beth Dutton • Yellowstone’s two strongest-willed characters have seen their unlikely relationship blossom. Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly break down what makes this dynamic duo work.
Kayce and Monica Dutton • Luke Grimes and Kelsey Asbille play a couple constantly pulled in opposite directions. Only a deep commitment to their family has gotten them through these seemingly endless challenges.
Jamie Dutton • Yellowstone’s slick lawyer is reviled by some fans, pitied by others. Actor Wes Bentley wonders if his beleaguered character can ever be redeemed.
Thomas Rainwater • An antagonist and sometime ally of the Dutton family, Gil Birmingham’s shrewd Broken Rock leader fights to protect his tribes’ heritage—and its future.
“There’s Symbolism in Everything We Do” • Cast member Mo Brings Plenty explains how he helps the Yellowstone team present an authentic picture of Indigenous life.
Cowboy Chemistry • The actors who fill the Yellowstone bunkhouse and work the ranch open up about their characters’ increasingly dramatic lives.
An Old-School Country Sound • The Yellowstone soundtrack is infused with music from a mix of country icons, up-and-coming artists and even one of their own cowboys.
Taylor Sheridan • The Academy Award-nominated screenwriter has created a TV juggernaut by tapping into the allure of the West.
Setting the Scenery • The series is filmed at a working Montana ranchwith breathtaking views—and cabins you can rent to get the full Yellowstone experience.
The Story So Far • IT’S BEEN FOUR SEASONS OF NONSTOP DRAMA. WHETHER IT BE OUTSIDE FORCES BEARING DOWN ON THE DUTTONS OR THEIR OWN FIERY INTERNAL SQUABBLES, THE SERIES NEVER LETS UP ON THE ACTION. VIOLENCE, INTRIGUE AND EVEN ROMANCE ARE THE HALLMARKS OF THE SHOW
The Fight to Survive • THE FAMILY AT THE CENTER OF THE SERIES HAVE A LONG AND TURBULENT HISTORY DEFENDING THE LARGEST RANCH IN THE UNITED STATES. BUT SOMETIMES THE BIGGEST THREATS COME FROM WITHIN THEIR OWN HOUSEHOLD.
Growing Threats • AS IF THE DUTTONS WEREN’T ALREADY FACING ENOUGH CHALLENGES, THE ARRIVAL OF THE BECK BROTHERS INCREASES THE DRAMA—AND THE BLOODSHED. MEANWHILE, JAMIE’S SPLIT WITH THE FAMILY CAUSES MORE...
