Yellowstone has been your go-to show for all that gritty ranch drama and family feuds. After the wild twists in Season 5, everyone’s buzzing about what’s coming next. Is there really a Season 6, or is it all just spin-off smoke? Let’s break it down simple-like—no fluff, just the straight talk on release dates, who’s sticking around, and where this Dutton mess is headed.
Release Date: Late 2025 or Bust?
Nobody’s pinning a calendar on Yellowstone Season 6 just yet, but the word on the street points to late 2025. Paramount’s been cagey, especially after all the behind-the-scenes headaches with schedules and stars. Filming kicked off back in August 2024 across Montana, Texas, and even New York, so if things stay on track, we could see episodes dropping around fall—think September to November. Don’t hold your breath for an exact date, though; these things drag like a stubborn mule. And it’ll likely hit Paramount+ first, same as the last batch. Fingers crossed it doesn’t get pushed again.
The Cast: Who’s Back and Who’s Out
The big news? Kevin Costner is done as John Dutton—his character’s arc wrapped up messy in Season 5, and he’s off chasing other gigs. But the core crew’s hanging in there. Kelly Reilly returns as the fierce Beth Dutton, spitting fire and plotting revenge like always. Cole Hauser saddles up again as Rip Wheeler, that loyal ranch hand with a heart of… well, you know.
Luke Grimes is back as Kayce, trying to keep his family from imploding, and Kelsey Asbille as Monica, bringing that emotional punch. Finn Little reprises Carter, the kid who’s grown into a solid sidekick. Rumors swirl about Wes Bentley‘s Jamie—his fate’s up in the air after that finale shocker, but he might pop up in flashbacks or side stories. No massive new faces announced, but expect some familiar ranch hands like Forrie J. Smith and Ian Bohen to ride along. It’s a leaner lineup, focusing on the survivors.
Plot Teasers: New Ranch, Old Grudges
Forget the old Yellowstone spread—Kayce sold it to Chief Rainwater for peanuts to save the land, shifting everything. Season 6 picks up with Beth and Rip grabbing a fresh ranch near Dillon, Montana, dragging Carter with them for a kinda fresh start. But you know these folks—peace ain’t lasting. Expect tons of bad blood: loose ends from Jamie’s kid, detectives sniffing around Beth, and maybe tribal land battles heating up. Taylor Sheridan loves his twists, so brace for betrayals, shootouts, and those quiet moments that hit hard. It’s less about the mega-ranch empire and more about personal stakes now.
What’s Next: Spin-Offs Galore
Yellowstone ain’t dying—it’s exploding into a whole universe. The big one’s 6666, hitting Texas’s Four Sixes Ranch with Jefferson White’s Jimmy leading the charge. Then there’s The Madison, starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Matthew Fox as a New York family clashing with Montana life—premiering around the same time as our “Season 6.” And don’t sleep on the 1944 prequel, diving into Dutton history during tough frontier days. Sheridan’s got his hands full, but this web of stories keeps the vibe alive without forcing one show to carry it all.