While Yellowstone officially concluded after its second half of Season 5 in December 2024, fans will be relieved to hear that the story is not truly over — the saga will carried forward through a new series led by Kelly Reilly (Beth Dutton) and Cole Hauser (Rip Wheeler). According to multiple outlets, the storyline is shaping up more like a spiritual Season 6 than a spinoff, with the duo as anchors of the next chapter (Yellowstone Season 5 was originally billed as the finale, but later teasers refe

Reilly herself said in interviews that if Taylor Sheridan has new stories to tell, she’d be interested in continuing Beth’s arc—and Hauser echoed the sentiment, revealing he and Reilly are already in talks for a continuation. However, the continuation will not include Kevin Costner, whose role as John Dutton concluded due to scheduling conflicts and a shift away from his character in the creative direction, sealing his exit earlier in 2024

Instead of calling it Yellowstone Season 6, the new series is often referred to as the Beth & Rip spinoff, though many insiders view it as the natural next season of the original, maintaining continuity in time and tone. It’s expected to premiere in November 2025 on Paramount Network, staying in line with previous launch windows and scheduling reveals by Paramount executives

• 2018–2024: Original Yellowstone, Seasons 1 through 5, with Costner appearing through Season 5A.

• December 2024: Final episodes aired without his character. His exit confirmed by Paramount and Costner himself.

• Post‑2024: Continuation of the universe through new projects, beginning with the Beth & Rip follow‑up series

The new show promises both continuity and evolution:

• Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser are firmly attached, with contracts reportedly finalized to headline the series.

• It may include other original cast members like Luke Grimes (Kayce), Finn Little (Carter), and possibly others depending on story arcs.

• The show reportedly retains Yellowstone in its title (making it the first spinoff to do so) to signal a direct continuation of the universe Cinemablend+15Esquire+15Whiskey Riff+15Cinemablend+1Wikipedia+1The Times of India+2Whiskey Riff+2Reddit+2.

Both actors and producers emphasize that this new chapter isn’t meant to recreate the old series but to let Beth and Rip forge their own path. Kelly Reilly noted in Entertainment Weekly that while Yellowstone as known might be ending, another chapter of the story could still be told—and she’s ready if Sheridan writes it EW.com. Cole Hauser similarly teased that there are “no walls” to Beth and Rip’s storyline if Sheridan remains at the helm Decider+15Town & Country+15The Direct+15.

Fan sentiment remains mixed. Some online voices question whether the emotional core of Yellowstone can remain intact without Costner, noting that Rip often felt secondary rather than central in earlier seasons. Still, loyal viewers are optimistic that Beth’s fiery character can sustain the narrative forward—now as the primary protagonist rather than secondary support Reddit+12Reddit+12Cinemablend+12.

✅ Final Verdict

• Yes, the Yellowstone saga will continue post-Season 5.

• Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser are the confirmed leads of the new series.

• Kevin Costner is not involved, as previously announced.

• The upcoming series functions as a narrative continuation—sometimes called the sixth season, officially titled under the Yellowstone brand.

• Premiere expected in November 2025, with creative control and writing support led by Taylor Sheridan.

🧭 Why It Matters

• The spinoff keeps the Dutton legacy alive without John Dutton’s central presence.

• With Beth and Rip now center stage, the series can explore different thematic territory—loyalty, trauma, power shifts, and the emotional cost of frontier justice.

• The transition supports Paramount’s streaming strategy: because Yellowstone streams on Peacock, a new spin-off (even with familiar characters) can stream exclusively on Paramount+, consolidating Sheridan’s growing universe under one platform thisismoney.co.uk+2Cinemablend+2People.com+2The Direct+15Esquire+15People.com+15Town & Country.

If you’d like a character arc projection—what Beth and Rip might face next—or speculation about possible crossovers with other spinoffs like The Madison or Y: Marshals, I’m happy to dive deeper!