The Duttons are back, and the Yellowstone Ranch is about to erupt like a geyser of drama, betrayal, and good ol’ fashioned cowboy vengeance. After a year and a half hiatus that felt longer than a cattle drive through a blizzard, Season 5 is finally galloping back to our screens. But hold on tight, folks, because this time, the stakes are higher, the feuds are fiercer, and even the show’s future is hanging in the balance.

Costner’s Out, the Duttons Are Imploding, But “Yellowstone” Ain’t Done Yet

Let’s address the elephant-sized steer in the room: Kevin Costner, the stoic John Dutton who’s held the ranch (and the show) together for five seasons, is officially out. His departure has left fans reeling, sparking rumors about John Dutton’s fate and the future of “Yellowstone” itself.