The Yellowstone universe is about to get even bigger—and wilder—as Taylor Sheridan has officially confirmed the development of not one, but multiple new Dutton family prequels. Fans who thought 1883 and 1923 had already mapped out the Duttons’ rugged beginnings are in for a jaw-dropping surprise. Sheridan, the creative mastermind behind this sprawling American epic, revealed that these upcoming projects will dive into uncharted decades of the family’s history, exploring both the political upheavals and deeply personal tragedies that shaped the generations long before John Dutton III took the reins of the Yellowstone ranch. Early hints suggest that one prequel will be set during the Great Depression, capturing how the Duttons battled economic collapse, drought, and ruthless land barons who saw opportunity in the family’s hardships. Another, rumored to take place during the turbulent 1960s, might focus on a young John Dutton Sr., whose choices during an era of social change would set the tone for the Yellowstone ranch’s modern-day conflicts. Sheridan has promised that these series will retain the same grit, intensity, and sweeping cinematic beauty that have become the hallmark of the franchise—but they will also go deeper into the family’s moral dilemmas than ever before. Viewers can expect layered characters who wrestle with loyalty, ambition, and survival in a world where the rules are constantly changing. In typical Sheridan fashion, the announcement was delivered with just enough detail to ignite speculation without giving away all the secrets. Who will play these younger versions of beloved characters? Which real historical events will intersect with the Duttons’ struggles? And perhaps most tantalizing of all—what long-buried family betrayals will finally come to light? Sheridan hinted at betrayals so devastating that they will “change how fans see the Duttons forever,” suggesting that the new prequels may not only expand the timeline but also rewrite how we understand the family’s legacy. Given his track record, there’s little doubt that these shows will blend high-stakes drama with the authenticity of the American West—complete with breathtaking vistas, tense standoffs, and moments of raw, emotional power. Yet there’s also a sense that Sheridan is aiming to push the storytelling further than he’s ever gone before, using these prequels to explore the cost of building and defending an empire. This could mean darker tones, more morally complex choices, and consequences that ripple through generations. Fans are already buzzing with theories online, dissecting every frame of previous series for clues about what these new timelines might reveal. Could the Great Depression series show the first fracture in the Dutton family’s unity? Might the 1960s setting introduce rival families whose descendants still haunt the Yellowstone ranch in the present day? One thing’s certain: Sheridan is not content to let the Yellowstone saga end anytime soon. In fact, he seems determined to weave an even more intricate web of interconnected stories that together form a truly American epic—one that captures the grit, beauty, and brutality of the West across centuries. As production gears up, the anticipation is electric. Casting announcements, location reveals, and teaser trailers will no doubt dominate headlines in the months to come, but for now, fans can savor the thrill of knowing that more Dutton drama is officially on the horizon. The next chapters promise not just to fill in the blanks of the family’s history but to challenge everything we think we know about their rise, their survival, and the price they’ve paid to hold onto the land that defines them. If Sheridan delivers on his promise, these new prequels won’t just be side stories—they’ll be essential, game-changing pieces of the Yellowstone legacy, ensuring that the Dutton name, like the land they fight for, will endure in the hearts and minds of audiences for years to come.