"Yellowstone" Spinoff: Beth And Rip’s Story Continues With Kelly Reilly And Cole Hauser

Dan Lalonde
Dec 11, 2024
2 min read

Fans Of Yellowstone Rejoice — Beth And Rip's Intense Saga Expands Into A New Series

The Yellowstone universe isn’t ready to close its gates just yet. Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser are confirmed to reprise their roles as the fiery Beth Dutton and rugged Rip Wheeler in an upcoming spinoff series. According to Variety, sources close to production revealed the news just days before the highly anticipated season finale of Yellowstone Season 5.

Though Paramount representatives have remained tight-lipped, the timing of this announcement adds fuel to speculation surrounding the future of Yellowstone. Season 5’s tumultuous journey — marked by Kevin Costner’s sudden departure and the dramatic focus on John Dutton’s fate — seemed to signal a natural conclusion for the series. However, the fan-favorite duo of Beth and Rip provides fertile ground for a continuation that keeps the Yellowstone brand alive.

The idea of Reilly and Hauser taking on more episodes was hinted at as early as August, but rather than extending the main series into a sixth season, a spinoff allows Paramount to reframe the narrative. This approach keeps the series within Paramount’s own streaming ecosystem — a strategic move considering the main Yellowstone series currently streams on Peacock.

Executive producer Christina Alexandra Voros teased that Season 5’s conclusion will offer closure while setting up new possibilities. “I think this last batch of episodes leads us to the end of an era,” she noted, praising co-creator Taylor Sheridan’s skillful storytelling. Fans can expect a finale that feels both surprising and inevitable — a fitting launchpad for Beth and Rip’s next chapter.

As one chapter closes for the Dutton family, another one begins. The Yellowstone spinoff promises to capture the same grit, drama, and passion that have made the original series a cultural phenomenon.