A New Chapter for Kayce Dutton
The Yellowstone universe is growing again with a new spinoff, Y: Marshals, starring Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton. Set to air on CBS in spring 2026, this show marks a big shift for Taylor Sheridan’s hit franchise, as reported by ScreenRant on June 28, 2025. Unlike previous Yellowstone series, Y: Marshals will be the first to air on network TV, moving away from Paramount Network and Paramount+. The story follows Kayce, a former Navy SEAL and livestock commissioner, as he joins an elite U.S. Marshals unit, bringing his cowboy skills to deliver justice in Montana. Fans are excited to see Kayce’s new journey after the Yellowstone finale, which aired in December 2024.
A Different Creative Direction
What makes Y: Marshals unique is that Taylor Sheridan, the creator of Yellowstone, is stepping back from his usual roles. Instead of writing and running the show, Sheridan is handing those duties to Spencer Hudnut, known for CBS’s SEAL Team and Unforgettable. This is the first time Sheridan has let someone else write for the Yellowstone universe outside of Season 2, according to ScreenRant. Hudnut’s experience with procedural dramas suggests Y: Marshals will feel different from the family-focused, dramatic tone of Yellowstone. This change signals the end of an era for Sheridan’s hands-on control over the franchise.
The Yellowstone Finale’s Impact
The Yellowstone series ended with a major twist: Kayce sold the Yellowstone Ranch to Thomas Rainwater and the Broken Rock Tribe for $1.25 per acre, ensuring the land stays undeveloped. Kayce, his wife Monica, and son Tate kept a small piece of the ranch to start a new life with their own cattle, as noted by ScreenRant. Y: Marshals builds on this ending, taking Kayce into a new role as a U.S. Marshal. Fans on X are buzzing, with posts from @people and @extratv highlighting Grimes teasing a “new world” for Kayce, possibly with familiar faces from the original series.
The Expanding Yellowstone Universe
The Yellowstone franchise isn’t slowing down. Alongside Y: Marshals, another spinoff, Dutton Ranch, starring Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser as Beth and Rip, is in development for Paramount Network, with episodes streaming on Paramount+ the next day, per MovieWeb. Other projects include The Madison, starring Michelle Pfeiffer, and a prequel called 1944, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. These shows show Paramount’s plan to keep the Yellowstone world alive, even after the main series ended due to Kevin Costner’s exit.
Key Yellowstone Spinoffs
| Title | Lead Actor(s) | Network/Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Y: Marshals | Luke Grimes | CBS |
| Dutton Ranch | Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser | Paramount Network/Paramount+ |
Upcoming Franchise Projects
| Project | Status | Expected Release |
|---|---|---|
| Y: Marshals | In production | Spring 2026 |
| The Madison | In production | 2025 |
What Fans Can Expect
Y: Marshals promises a fresh take on the Yellowstone world, blending Kayce’s cowboy roots with action-packed procedural drama. With Hudnut leading the project, the show may feel more like a crime series than the ranch battles of the original. Fans are eager to see how Kayce’s story unfolds and whether characters like Monica or Tate will appear, as hinted in X posts by @soapsdotcom. As Sheridan’s franchise grows, Y: Marshals marks a bold step, signaling both an end to the old Yellowstone and the start of something new.