Saddle up, Yellowstone fans — the Duttons are on the move. Paramount has officially confirmed that 1923 Season 2, the acclaimed prequel starring Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren, will trade the snowy peaks of Montana for the sunbaked landscapes of San Antonio, Texas. The surprising shift in setting marks a bold new direction for Taylor Sheridan’s hit series, promising fresh challenges, deeper roots in Western history, and a dramatic expansion of the Dutton legacy.

From Montana to Texas: The Duttons’ Next Frontier

Season 1 of 1923 captured the brutal beauty of early 20th-century Montana — a world defined by survival, drought, and frontier justice. But in Season 2, the story broadens its scope. Production insiders reveal that the change in scenery will reflect a turning point for the Dutton family’s future.

According to early reports, Jacob and Cara Dutton (Ford and Mirren) will travel south to negotiate new alliances and secure the ranch’s financial future. The move ties directly into Taylor Sheridan’s overarching Yellowstone universe, exploring how the Duttons’ influence spread beyond their home state.

“It’s not just a change of scenery,” one insider teased. “It’s a change of destiny. The Duttons are entering a world where politics, oil, and opportunity collide — and not everyone will survive the ride.”

Why Texas Makes Perfect Sense

At first glance, relocating from Montana’s rugged highlands to Texas’ dusty plains might seem jarring. But for Sheridan — a proud Texan and the mastermind behind the Yellowstone franchise — it’s a natural evolution.

Texas in the 1920s was a booming frontier of its own, rich with oil fields, cattle empires, and corruption. The Lone Star setting gives the show room to dive into new conflicts, from land disputes to the rise of industrial wealth that reshaped the West. Expect sweeping cinematography, political tension, and more than a few gunfights under the blazing southern sun.

The Return of Ford and Mirren

Fans can rest easy knowing that Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren are back for Season 2, reprising their roles as Jacob and Cara Dutton. Their performances were widely praised for grounding the series in emotional grit and old-world gravitas.

“Jacob and Cara’s story is far from over,” Sheridan previously teased. “This chapter is about what it costs to hold onto power — and what it costs to let go.”

Rumors also suggest the new season will feature several historical cameos and a few younger characters who could tie directly into future Yellowstone generations, linking the 1920s saga even closer to the events of the flagship series.

What to Expect Next

Filming for 1923 Season 2 began earlier this fall, with San Antonio’s historic districts transformed into roaring 1920s towns — complete with Model T cars, saloons, and period-perfect costuming. The new setting is expected to bring a grittier, more cinematic tone to the series, expanding both its scope and its mythology.

The Duttons may have left Montana behind for now, but their fight for legacy — and land — is far from over.