Yellowstone 1923 fans say this alternative ending is 'the ending we deserved'
Yellowstone enthusiasts are still grappling with the aftermath of the 1923 prequel season finale, which premiered on Paramount Plus on April 6. The series concluded with a bittersweet reunion between Alex (portrayed by Julia Schlaepfer) and Spencer Dutton (Brandon Sklenar), but their happiness was short-lived.
Following the birth of her premature son, Alex tragically died in hospital after enduring harsh freezing conditions. Fans were left devastated as they had anticipated seeing Alex and Spencer together on the Montana ranch.
The 'disappointing' conclusion has sparked fans to concoct their own alternate narratives, many of which have been circulating on Reddit. One such theory, proposed by Zestyclose-Rhubarb55, has been lauded as a stroke of brilliance.
This fan envisioned a scenario where, post-train jump, Spencer encounters Teonna Rainwater's (Aminah Nieves) partner Pete Plenty Clouds (Jeremy Gauna), leading to an introduction to Teonna and her father.
They also speculated about Alex working on the train to Billings, crossing paths with prostitute Lindy (Madison Elise Rogers), who is on a recruitment drive for more girls. This would lead to a meeting with Donald Whitfield (Timothy Dalton), who agrees to assist Alex in locating Spencer, albeit with hidden intentions, reports
the Mirror US
.
Alex and Spencer Dutton in the 1923 finale
(Image: PARAMOUNT)
Numerous fans have expressed interest in this alternative storyline, particularly the potential encounter between Alex and Whitfield, culminating in Spencer coming to her rescue.
Zestyclose-Rhubarb55 suggested that the finale should have wrapped up with Cara Dutton (Helen Mirren) and Spencer stumbling upon Mabel (Magdalene Keh-Vick), who reveals Whitfield's capture of Alex.
In another storyline, Teonna and Pete set off for
California
to raise a family and work on a ranch.
Meanwhile, Cara and Mabel confront Whitfield, persuading some investors to turn against his scheme. Spencer rescues Alex after a tense confrontation involving Whitfield, himself, and his beloved.
Although Alex is wounded in the encounter, she pulls through and forms a bond with an injured Jacob (Harrison Ford) in the hospital, while Spencer and Cara eliminate Whitfield and deliver him to the notorious Train Station.
The fan elaborated: "Flashforward three years. Alex and Elizabeth are laughing and giving each other tips over their clothing. Cara laughs at their foolishness and tells them their husbands would rather have a hearty meal when they get home then a gussied up wife.
"Jacob disagrees as he struggles to keep up with their two toddlers. Spencer and Jack come riding up with ranch hands and dozens of cattle their have rounded up. The men dismount and run up to their beautiful wives who are happy and waiting for them."
They added Elsa's narration about future challenges: "Elsa narration that they would see many hardships and struggles over the coming years but how all the hardships were worth what they had in that current moment."
Cara and Jacob Dutton in 1923
Fans took to the comments section in droves to applaud the proposed finale, with one enthusiastic follower, Camperfan246, writing: "I'm going to pretend this is how it ended."
EllieJamesYA was quick to add: "Would have been so much better!" And bud440 didn't hold back, stating: "Yep, much better than TS. I'm mad too!".
I-have-thoughts also joined in, reflecting: "This is the ending we deserved. I can't believe people actually liked the ending of it."
While Rockinarmy put things succinctly with the word: "This is remarkable."
1923 is available on Paramount Plus
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