What is the Yellowstone prequel 1883 about?
1883 follows the Dutton family as they embark on a journey west through the Great Plains toward the last bastion of untamed America. According to Paramount+, it is a stark retelling of Western expansion, and an intense study of one family fleeing poverty to seek a better future in America’s promised land — Montana. In the first clip released, an unknown voice that we can now assume is Sam Elliott says, “I don’t care if you live or die. But should you live… you tell them about me.” What we also know is this spin-off series will be an origin story for the Dutton clan and how they left their lives back in Texas to journey west and settle in Montana. In the present day, the Duttons own the largest contiguous ranch in the United States so we can speculate the show will touch upon how they were able to procure all that land. “We are thrilled to have Academy Award nominee and acting legend Sam and hugely talented, award-winning artists Faith and Tim all join the Taylor Sheridan universe,” David Glasser, CEO of 101 Studios, said in a release. “Taylor’s proven his immense capability of creating captivating characters and immersive worlds and there’s no exception here with 1883 and Sam, Faith and Tim’s characters. We are looking forward to this further expansion of the world of Yellowstone and bringing it to audiences everywhere.”
When was Yellowstone spinoff 1883 filmed?
Production on 1883 began on Monday, Aug. 23 in Fort Worth, Texas and later spread into Montana. Taylor Sheridan wrote all 10 episodes of season 1.
When is 1883’s release date?
1883, the Yellowstone prequel, will premiere Sunday, Dec. 19 on Paramount+.
Will Yellowstone cast appear in 1883?
It’s unclear if any of the current cast of Yellowstone will appear as their own ancestors or other characters in 1883 but wouldn’t it be fun to see Kevin Costner take a turn as a Dances With Wolves-John Dunbar-esque type character? Or see Kelly Reilly playing a demure, genteel version of Beth in the wilds of 19th century Montana? While the original cast of Yellowstone may pop in for a cameo or guest starring role, it’s unlikely they will do double duty on both the original series and the spin-off.
Billy Bob Thornton will guest star on 1883
In a series shrouded in mystery, here’s what we know so far about Billy Bob Thornton’s appearance in the Yellowstone origin story, 1883: He will guest star as Marshal Jim Courtright. What part does the marshal play? How many episodes will he be in? How does he interact with Sam Elliott or country superstars Tim McGraw and Faith Hill? Paramount is keeping those details close to the vest. What we do know about Thornton’s character is Marshal Jim Courtright was a real lawman. The real Courtright appears to be a bit of a corrupt lawman, reportedly having coerced local business owners to pay protection money to him. Courtright died in a gunfight in 1887.
Who’s in the 1883 cast?
Finally! Cast news for the Yellowstone prequel series, 1883, has been announced. Husband-and-wife country superstars Tim McGraw and Faith Hill along with Western icon Sam Elliott are set to star in the new series.
Sam Elliott
Elliott is set to play Shea Brennan, a tough as nails, handsome cowboy with immense sadness in his past. He has the herculean task of guiding a group from Texas to Montana, and he does not suffer fools. “It all starts with the writing, and Taylor Sheridan is a brilliant writer,” said Elliott. “I think the western genre speaks clearly to both of us. The classic struggles of man against man, man against nature, and man against himself. It’s all there, in 1883, and I’m honored to be a part of it.”
Tim McGraw
Tim McGraw will portray James Dutton, the patriarch of Yellowstone’s Dutton family. “This is truly a dream job,” said Tim McGraw. “Taylor has found a way of storytelling that brilliantly creates these epic dramas and family sagas with so much depth and creativity. The Duttons are tremendous characters and it’s so thrilling to be able to bring them to life. As a kid growing up riding horses, you think about dream jobs like this and I am just so excited to work with this amazing cast and crew.”
Faith Hill
Faith Hill will portray Margaret Dutton, the matriarch of Yellowstone’s Dutton family. “This is the opportunity of a lifetime,” said Faith Hill. “The Duttons are a formidable family and it is an absolute dream to bring such a strong female character like Margaret Dutton to life. I am humbled and honored to work with Taylor and his entire team.”
Isabel May
Deadline reported on Aug. 24 that Isabel May will play Elsa, the eldest daughter of John and Margaret Dutton. She will provide much of the perspective of the family’s struggle as they leave Texas aboard a wagon train caravan head toward a better life in Montana.
LaMonica Garrett (Thomas)
LaMonica Garrett is also joining the cast as the right hand of Sam Elliott’s character, Pinkerton agent Shea Brennan.
Audie Rick (John Dutton Sr.)
Audie Rick will play John Dutton Sr. as a youngster. Rick’s previous credits include playing Luke Skywalker in Kenobi: A Star Wars Story.
Emma Malouff (Mary Abel)
Mary is Claire’s daughter and the niece of James and Margaret Dutton.
Dawn Olivieri (Claire)
Claire is a widow who joins her brother and his family on a trip to find a new home. Knowing that Mary is James’ niece would logically make Claire James’ sister.
Marc Rissmann (Josef), Anna Fiamora (Risa)
Risa and Josef are European immigrants who travel by the wagon train. The two are married to one another.
Eric Nelsen (Ennis)
Ennis is a handsome, young cowboy who helps escort a group of inexperienced families to find a home.
James Landry Hébert (Wade)
Wade is a young cowboy who finds himself as part of the crew on this caravan of hopeful travelers making their way north in hopes of a better life.
Alex Fine (Grady)
Grady is an experienced cowboy and the leader of a crew of six.
Gratiela Brancusi (Noemi)
Noemi is a recent widow with two young boys in tow.
Nichole Galicia (Guinevere), Stephanie Nur (Melodi)
Guinevere is a local prostitute with a queenly name and Melodi works in the saloon.
Amanda Jaros (Alina)
Alina is a hopeful immigrant woman who speaks little English.
Noah Le Gros (Colton)
Colton is a cowboy who has some insight about what to expect on their wagon train’s journey.
Martin Sensmeier (Sam)
Sam is a Comanche warrior. Fun fact: If Sensmeier looks familiar, it’s because he played Monica’s (Kelsey Asbille) therapist back in season 2 of Yellowstone.
Is Tom Hanks in 1883?
Audiences will get a glimpse at James Dutton’s (McGraw) military past when we see a Civil War flashback scene in the second episode of 1883. In the aftermath of the Battle of Antietam, Dutton sits dazed, surveying the death around him. He looks up to see a three-star general played by two-Oscar winner Tom Hanks. The show’s creator, Taylor Sheridan, told Deadline there will be several star surprises over the course of the show’s first season. Hanks, a history buff and typewriter enthusiast, filmed him scene in a single day back in late September.
Is there a trailer for 1883?
Get your first look at Sam Elliott in the full-length trailer for 1883, the Yellowstone spinoff starring Tim McGraw and Faith Hill. Watch the trailer here. An extended teaser trailer for 1883 was released ahead of the show’s premiere on Dec. 19. Watch the trailer here: Here’s the teaser trailer for 1883 released during the season 4 premiere of Yellowstone. And let’s not forget that cryptic a 10-second Super Bowl commercial that teased Yellowstone fans more than enlightened. Check it out below.
How to watch 1883
The new series will premiere exclusively on Paramount+, the new streaming service launched in March 4. News that the new series will be on a separate pay service has riled some fans. The service is available for subscribers via a $5.99/month plan with limited commercials or a $9.99/month plan with no commercials. Paramount Network will air a simulcast premiere event of 1883 on Dec. 19 following an all-new episode of Yellowstone. https://parade.com/1157176/klconniewang/yellowstone-ranch/ Next, 10 Classic Gifts for Cowgirls Everywhere
