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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
I'm Obsessed With The Dutton Family Tree, So I Diagrammed It And Figured Out The Questions We Still Need Answered
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. The Duttons' story spans generations, and we've gotten to see so much of it on screen. From the modern Yellowstone to 1883 to 1923, we've learned a lot about the founding and present members of the Montana-based family. Now, with upcoming Yellowstone shows like 1944 and the Rip and Beth spinoff, we'll get to learn more. That means it's beneficial to know the family tree (which you can see below) and the various questions about it that we still need answers to. The end of 1923 felt like it confirmed that Alex and Spencer's baby was the John Dutton II who eventually becomes the father of Yellowstone's John Dutton III (Kevin Costner). However, Brandon Sklenar, Julia Schlaepfer and Michelle Randolph, who play Spencer, Alex and Elizabeth, respectively, all told me nothing is confirmed. In the words of Schlaepfer: The door's open until Taylor Sheridan shuts it…Brandon and I have talked a lot about who's the lineage, and of course, I think we would love to imagine that our John is the John, but time will tell. Meanwhile, Randolph, whose character was also pregnant at the end of 1923, told me that she could 'confidently say that it's not confirmed.' So, those red lines of the family tree connecting Jack and Elizabeth as well as Spencer and Alex to John Dutton II are warranted, and illustrate maybe the biggest question we have going into 1944. It seems like Elizabeth could be a key player in 1944, especially if she has the baby she would have shared with Jack. After Jack's death, she lived on and moved off the ranch. However, it is not confirmed if the child she was pregnant with was born. If they were, and especially if they end up being a boy named John, things could get messy for the next generation of Duttons. While we know John Dutton II is the father of Kevin Costner's John Dutton III, seeing as Dabney Coleman plays him in Yellowstone, we have no idea who his mother is. We don't even know her name. Odds are, we'll meet the woman John marries in 1944, seeing as that show will likely follow his generation of Duttons when they're in their early to mid twenties. As you can see, there aren't very many "unseen" boxes on the family tree, and this is one of the few massive mysteries left. So, hopefully the next generation of Yellowstone can give us that answer. After Alex's tragic death, it's revealed that Spencer lived on and had a child with another woman who was also a widow. However, he never married her. Explaining this during the voice over, Elsa said: Spencer never remarried. Took the comfort of a widow, made another boy, refused to marry her. Then, one day, the widow was gone. So, will this woman be someone new? Will she be Elizabeth? Will it be a woman from Spencer's past? Anything is possible, and the fact that they had a kid together 100% makes this question a prominent one. Before 1923's finale, we didn't know if John II had siblings, but this situation with Spencer's fellow widow revealed that he would have a half-sibling. Now, I'm curious what this sibling's name will be. Will they have the name of one of the Yellowstone characters – like Beth, Lee or Kayce? Could this child also be named John? If Elizabeth is Spencer's partner, will they name their baby after Jacob or Cara or maybe James or Margaret? All these questions are racing around my mind, and along with learning who the widow is, I also want to know the name of the baby she shares with Spencer. To me, there are three characters who will likely be in 1944. John II, Spencer and Elizabeth. John Dutton II feels like a shoo-in. While we don't technically know if this John will be the child of Alex and Spencer or Jack and Elizabeth, he should be in this series, seeing as both women were pregnant in 1923. Plus, we see John II in Yellowstone as a very old man, and the math lines up for him to be in his early to mid twenties in the '40s. Hypothetically, we'd get to see this character right in the middle of his life, decades after his birth in the '20s and long before he died in the modern day. However, he'll also feel like a new character in a way, because it's not like we really got to know him in the last show, or Yellowstone, for that matter. In one, he was (maybe) a baby, and in the other, he was a man on his deathbed. That leads me to the other characters who could return. Spencer feels like the most obvious answer. In the final moments of 1923, it's revealed that he died 45 years after Alex passed away in 1924. That means he lived until about 1969. So, he is confirmed alive in 1944, and he'd still be at an age where he could likely run the ranch while his kids help out. If Harrison Ford's Jacob can run the ranch into his 80s, I'd bet money Spencer will do it until he can't anymore, too. So, I have a feeling we'll see him in 1944. Paramount Plus: from $7.99 a month/$79.99 a yearTo watch the Duttons in action, you can stream Taylor Sheridan's shows (except Yellowstone) on Paramount+. Along with that franchise, you'll also get access to CBS's catalog with plans that start at $7.99 per month. You can add Showtime to all that with a Premium package that also takes away ads for $12.99 per Deal I also think Elizabeth will show up. She was pregnant at the end of 1923. As we discussed, she could potentially be the widow Spencer has a relationship with. And it makes way too much sense for her and her child to somehow return to Montana to play a part in the ranch's future. Odds are, Cara and Jacob will be dead; we know Jack and Alex are dead. So, of the 1923 Duttons, they probably won't be back. With all that said, my hypothetical roster for returning Duttons in 1944 is: John II, Spencer and Elizabeth. Overall, the Dutton family tree is a fascinating one, and every time I watch 1883 or 1923 with my Paramount+ subscription or Yellowstone with a Peacock subscription, I think about how all the generations are connected as well as all the questions that arise with each one.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Harrison Ford, 82, Makes Decision on His Future in ‘Yellowstone' Universe
Harrison Ford is open to returning to the Yellowstone universe if the opportunity presents itself. After starring in the 1923 spinoff as Jacob Dutton, Ford, 82, wasn't sure how things were going to play out for him after the finale. Creator Taylor Sheridan has made it clear that he wrapped up all the loose ends on Season 2 because that chapter is closed. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter at Paramount+'s '1923' FYC event in Los Angeles on May 4, Ford called the end of 1923 "fantastic." "I thought it was very tight storytelling and I was absolutely delighted with it. It's probably the densest script and work that I've had a chance to work on in a long, long time," he said. Now, Sheridan is moving on to the next big Yellowstone-related project — 1944. The series will be a prequel, and development was confirmed by Variety last month. Since Ford's on-screen character didn't die at the end of 1923, it's possible that he could reprise his role if there was ever a need. While chatting with The Hollywood Reporter, Ford noted that he'd like to return to the Yellowstone family if Sheridan "asks nice." "I have no idea what his plans are," Ford said. According to his IMDb page, Ford starred in 15 episodes of 1923 over the past two seasons. He also portrayed President Thaddeus Ross/Red Hulk in Captain America: Brave New World, which was released in February. He doesn't have any other projects listed at the present time.
Tom's Guide
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Harrison Ford open to joining future 'Yellowstone' show — 'I'm still alive'
"1923" just had its movie-sized season 2 finale on Paramount Plus (stop reading this if you haven't watched it and don't want to be spoiled). But some of the show's stars aren't ready to be done with the "Yellowstone" universe. At a For Your Consideration (FYC) event on May 4, "1923" stars Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren were chatting it up with those in attendance and revealed they'd both be more than willing to stick around as Jacob and Cara Dutton (h/t The Hollywood Reporter). "I'm still alive,' Ford jokingly told the crowd. He added that he'd return if show creator Taylor Sheridan 'asks nice.' Mirren also indicated that she'd be willing to make another appearance in the "Yellowstone" universe as well. So, if Ford and Mirren want to keep playing Duttons, where could we see them next? There are two logical landing spots for future appearances for Ford and Mirren as Jacob and Cara. The first would be if the season 2 finale of "1923" turns out to be a mere season finale instead of a series finale. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Currently, the expectation is that the nearly two-hour episode, "A Dream and a Memory," will be the final episode in the "Yellowstone" prequel series. It wrapped up numerous storylines, and any future episodes would be exploring new territory. But at the moment, the show isn't officially over. And given that Jacob and Cara both survive the likely finale, there's no reason that Sheridan can't keep Ford and Mirren in future episodes of "1923." The other place where we could see Ford and Mirren reprise their roles is in the upcoming series "1944." Another "Yellowstone" prequel, this show could be centered around John Dutton II, who is born in the season finale of "1923" and would be 20 years old in 1944. It could also be centered around Spencer Dutton, John's father. Brandon Sklenar, who plays Spencer, has already indicated he'd be interested in returning for "1944." One issue here is that Jacob and Cara would be approaching 100 by this time, which presents a myriad of issues, the least of which is that, likely, they'd already be dead. The other issue here is that while "1944" officially exists, there's no release date, no casting announcements and we have no idea what's set to happen in it. Currently, it's tipped for 2026 or 2027. But by then, it might be Ford and Mirren whose ages are a factor as much as Jacob and Cara's ages. Malcolm has been with Tom's Guide since 2022, and has been covering the latest in streaming shows and movies since 2023. He's not one to shy away from a hot take, including that "John Wick" is one of the four greatest films ever made. Here's what he's been watching lately:
Daily Mirror
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Yellowstone finally confirms update on Beth and Rip's return - and it's sooner than you think
The much-anticipated sequel to Yellowstone has a tentative release date, and it's closer than you might expect. Fans were waiting nearly two years for the second half of the fifth season following Kevin Costner's departure, with the final episode seemingly concluding the Duttons' saga last December. However, it was later confirmed that main characters Beth Dutton (played by Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) would be returning for a follow-up series. The latest addition to the growing list of Yellowstone spin-offs will continue the story of the ranching power couple after the death of Beth's father, John Dutton (Costner). A recent Bloomberg report suggests that Paramount co-CEO Chris McCarthy and Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan are gearing up to launch the new spin-off this autumn, reports the Mirror US. The series, currently titled Dutton Ranch, will be exclusively available on Paramount+, reportedly in just a few months. The plot details for Dutton Ranch remain under wraps, particularly given that Beth's brother Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes) sold the Yellowstone ranch to its former rival, Thomas Rainwater (Gil Birmingham). Kayce planned to stay on the land with his wife, Monica (Kelsey Asbille), and their son, Tate (Brecken Merrill), while Beth and Rip considered relocating to a smaller area near Dillon, Montana. Their tranquil haven, a significant departure from their tumultuous past entwined with criminal exploits, is at risk of collapsing when the duo re-emerge on our screens in the coming months. Reilly had stirred excitement on her personal Instagram account when she affirmed with a "true [love heart emoji]" in response to a fan's inquiry about the spin-off. Her thrilled colleague Hauser shared with People magazine: "America has spoken and they still love the show. "Hopefully, we can continue to get in people's living rooms and entertain them the way we have over the last seven years." In related news, mastermind showrunner Sheridan is purportedly brewing early plans for Kayce's standalone venture on CBS, as anticipative audiences bide their time for other forthcoming spin-offs, The Madison and 1944, both slated for release in 2026. In another move, the prolific television maestro Sheridan has roped in a Yellowstone fan favourite for the upcoming season of his freshly successful Paramount drama, Landman. 1883's Sam Elliot, famed for his portrayal of veteran Shea Brennan, is appointed for a mystery role opposite the esteemed Billy Bob Thornton, who plays the enterprising oil company landman Tommy Norris.
Business Upturn
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Upturn
1944: Release date speculation, cast and plot details – Everything we know so far about the Yellowstone spin-off
By Aman Shukla Published on April 21, 2025, 17:30 IST Last updated April 21, 2025, 11:22 IST The Yellowstone universe continues to captivate audiences with its gripping storytelling and rich historical drama. Following the success of 1883 and 1923 , creator Taylor Sheridan is expanding the Dutton family saga with a new prequel series, 1944 . Set during the tumultuous World War II era, this upcoming spin-off promises to deliver another chapter of the Dutton legacy. Here's everything we know so far about 1944 , including release date speculation, potential cast, plot details, and more. What Is 1944 About? While Paramount+ has yet to release an official synopsis for 1944 , the title provides a clear hint: the series will be set in 1944, during the height of World War II. As a prequel to Yellowstone and a follow-up to 1923 , 1944 is expected to explore the next generation of the Dutton family as they navigate life on the Yellowstone Ranch in Montana. The show will likely incorporate historical events, such as the D-Day invasion of Normandy or the Battle of the Bulge, blending real-world history with the Duttons' personal struggles, a hallmark of Sheridan's storytelling. 1944 Release Date Speculation As of April 2025, Paramount+ has not announced an official release date for 1944 . With 1923 Season 2 concluding on April 13, 2025, and other Yellowstone projects like The Madison and Landman in development, 1944 is likely still in pre-production. Industry insiders suggest a release window of late 2025 to early 2026, factoring in production timelines for filming and post-production. 944 Cast: Who Might Star in the Yellowstone Spin-off? No official casting announcements have been made for 1944 , but the 21-year gap between 1923 and 1944 opens the door for some familiar faces from 1923 to return, albeit aged up. Here are the key possibilities: Brandon Sklenar as Spencer Dutton Julia Schlaepfer as Alexandra Dutton Darren Mann as Jack Dutton and Michelle Randolph as Elizabeth Dutton Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
