“Yellowstone” prequel spin-off “1923” will conclude after season two, according to a Thursday interview with one of the show’s actors.
“1923” star Brandon Sklenar, who plays Spencer Dutton in the hit series, told The Hollywood Reporter (THR) the series was designed to be one story in two parts, and that it will conclude after the second half airs in the coming year. Sklenar spoke during a panel interview with THR’s James Hibberd, also featuring a slew of stars from the series.
“No, no, it’s bookend. It’s still limited, but I think of it as one piece — there’s just a split in the middle, but it’s all one piece. It will conclude,” he told the outlet. It’s unclear how or when the series will conclude, as the ongoing writers strike in Hollywood is holding up production.
In the meantime, the show’s co-creator Taylor Sheridan is busy working on a slew of other spin-offs, as well as the concluding six episodes of “Yellowstone.”
Other shows on Sheridan’s plate from the “Yellowstone” universe include “6666,” a spin-off set on Sheridan’s own ranch in Texas that goes by the same name (pronounced: “Four Sixes”). Jefferson White, who played Jimmy in “Yellowstone,” is likely to star, as his character has already cemented his place at the famous ranch in the original series.
Also in development is “Bass Reeves.” The historical series will feature Sheridan’s interpretation of the very real first black U.S. marshal. David Oyelowo is set to star as the title character, with actors such as Dennis Quaid and Garrett Hedlund confirmed to take part. (RELATED: Taylor Sheridan Releases First Images Of New Drama Series ‘Lioness’ With A Surprise Casting Update)
There is also the currently unnamed “Yellowstone: Something” series that’ll be a direct follow-on from the original series. Matthew McConaughey is reportedly basically on board to star, but the writers strike is also slowing down opportunities to build momentum for the show.