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Season 1 – 1883: A Yellowstone Origin Story

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A prequel to "Yellowstone," the Dutton family flees poverty in Texas and embarks on a journey through the Great Plains to seek a better future in Montana.

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Olivier S @RT74303487 Mar 24 Takes a few shows to get into it, at least until episode 3 or 4, then the writing it SO GOOD, interior, deep, no words to describe it. The natives did not feel credible to me is one false note, but all the main actors are magnificent...Characters grow on you big time. Incredible series. Bravo See more Mickey P. @MickeyPitt Mar 2 The first shows were a 5 of 5. Then it "lost the plot" it seems. The finish was meh. See more Charlie H @RT12994701 Nov 25 What a ride! One of my favourite shows. See more steve s @RT86581199 Jul 13 I liked the first half of the show but couldn't wait for it to end during the second half See more Jack W @RT68620824 03/29/2025 Season starts out amazing. Action and hardship on the long road to their dream future! However, the story devolves into a focus on the multiple love interests of the 18 year old daughter who also magically transforms from a ditzy city girl to the most powerful warrior of the group with the narrating ability of Morgan Freeman… OK. Took a badass potential show and turned it into a Western Soap Opera. See more Jodie T @RT49749502 03/17/2025 At times, this is indeed engaging, showing the difficulties of frontiering. But there’s too much Hollywood glamour. The women’s hair always looks shampooed and conditioned every day, too often there’s not enough suffering and exhaustion in the portrayals, the daughter get shot by an arrow and wounds seared and acts like it doesn’t hurt at all for days (and all with the perfect hair that never gets greasy or dirty). It’s absurd! Insulting to the intellect. But the worst part is the narration by the daughter who is obviously a California actress who can’t even begin to muster a southern accent. The fake accent is torture, lol. That is, in fact, the worst part of the whole thing, besides the over glamorization. Keep in mind it’s a silly Hollywood drama, and you might enjoy the ride. But it’s too ridiculous for this historian. See more Read all reviews
1883: A Yellowstone Origin Story — Season 1

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jun 18, 2023 1883 The Dutton family embarks on a journey west through the last bastion of untamed America; James arrives in Texas, where he and his family prepare to make their way through The Great Plains in search of a new home and the promise of opportunity. Details Episode 2 Aired Jun 25, 2023 Behind Us, a Cliff Thomas and Shea recruit James and some local cowboys to corral a herd of cattle; as they begin their journey, the caravan is confronted with some of the many dangers they face along the way. Details Episode 3 Aired Jun 25, 2023 River James butts heads with Shea and Thomas about an important decision; tensions rise in camp when an accusation is made; Elsa begins a flirtation with a cowboy. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 2, 2023 The Crossing The group faces the harrowing task of crossing the river with the wagons and supplies; Thomas and Noemi grow closer. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 9, 2023 The Fangs of Freedom Shea and Thomas cope with the aftermath of the river crossing, but there is little time to grieve and no shortage of challenges ahead; Elsa and Ennis share a romantic moment. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 16, 2023 Boring the Devil Shea helps Elsa cope with her loss; the group crosses another river and prepares to enter Indian territory; Thomas buys Noemi a gift. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 23, 2023 Lightning Yellow Hair Elsa makes an unlikely friend; the group faces a harrowing challenge from Mother Nature; the camp searches for one of its own. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 30, 2023 The Weep of Surrender Elsa makes a decision; Shea faces doubts as winter looms. Details Episode 9 Aired Aug 6, 2023 Racing Clouds A misunderstanding leads to a battle with consequences. Details Episode 10 Aired Aug 13, 2023 This Is Not Your Heaven James and Margaret face a heavy decision; Shea and Thomas take bold action to help one of their own. Details

Season Info

Director
Ben Richardson, Christina Alexandra Voros
Creator
Taylor Sheridan
Executive Producer
Taylor Sheridan, John Linson, Art Linson, David Glasser, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari
Screenwriter
Taylor Sheridan
Network
Paramount Network
Rating
TV-MA (L|V)
Genre
Drama, Western
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jun 18, 2023