The next chapter in Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone origin saga, 1923, premiered its second and final season on February 23, 2025, exclusively on Paramount+. This season continues the gripping tale of the Dutton family as they confront escalating threats to their Montana ranch during the early 20th century.
Season 2 Overview
The second season comprises eight episodes, with new installments released weekly on Sundays. The season finale aired on April 13, 2025. Returning stars include Harrison Ford as Jacob Dutton and Helen Mirren as Cara Dutton, joined by Brandon Sklenar reprising his role as Spencer Dutton. New cast members this season feature Jennifer Carpenter, Augustus Prew, and Janet Montgomery citeturn0news9.
Plot Highlights
Season 2 delves deeper into the Duttons’ struggle to protect their land from powerful adversaries. The family faces off against the formidable businessman Donald Whitfield, portrayed by Timothy Dalton, who seeks to seize control of their property. Meanwhile, Spencer Dutton embarks on a perilous journey back to Montana, confronting his past and the dangers that lie ahead citeturn0news7.
Behind the Scenes
Filming for this season took place across various locations in Texas during the summer of 2024, including Austin, Lockhart, Bartlett, and San Antonio. The production significantly boosted the local economy and transformed these areas into authentic 1920s settings citeturn0news6.
Critical Reception
The second season has been well-received by critics, earning a 100% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes with an average score of 7.6/10, and a Metacritic score of 78, indicating generally favorable reviews citeturn0search4.
Fans of the Yellowstone universe can stream the complete series of 1923 on Paramount+.
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