Intrigue and Drama in Yellowstone's Final Act

Actor Cole Hauser dispels fan theories about the finale of 'Yellowstone.' As the acclaimed series concludes, cast members remain secretive about the ending, preserved by redacted scripts. Following the Dutton family's saga, the show ends without Kevin Costner, adding suspense to its conclusion.

Actor Cole Hauser is not shy about debunking fan theories regarding the final episodes of the American neo-Western TV series 'Yellowstone.'

Hauser, who portrays ranch foreman Rip Wheeler, noted that while fans have their opinions on how the season will unfold, they are incorrect.

To maintain secrecy, the show's creators redacted scripts. With season five split in two, the concluding episodes began airing Sunday on the Paramount Network in the U.S., with a Monday premiere in Britain.

Since its 2018 debut, 'Yellowstone' became a leading scripted series in the U.S., even spawning two spinoffs. Chronicling the Dutton family and their massive Montana ranch, the series stars Kevin Costner, Luke Grimes, and Kelly Reilly.

The narrative weaves family drama with tensions involving the neighboring Broken Rock Indian Reservation and Yellowstone National Park, starring in power struggles over ranch expansion in season five, part 2.

The absence of star Kevin Costner, who announced his departure as John Dutton in May 2023, brought mixed emotions among the cast. 'Yellowstone' actress Kelly Reilly described media reports on Costner's exit as untruthful.

'Taylor Sheridan's vision has been consistent in how the series ends,' she reflected. 'While earlier than planned, the adaptation has brought creative energy.'

(With inputs from agencies.)