Curious about the thrilling new series Y: Marshals, a spin-off from the immensely popular Yellowstone? This series, centered on Luke Grimes portraying Kayce Dutton, promises to deliver an exciting narrative that continues the saga of the original show. While it picks up where Yellowstone concluded, it ventures into uncharted territory for a Taylor Sheridan production. With a wealth of details surrounding the plot and casting, let’s explore the enticing elements that await viewers in this latest installment of the Yellowstone franchise.
Y: Marshals will feature a compelling procedural format.
The term procedural might not resonate with everyone, but it represents a genre that captivates audiences through law enforcement or military narratives. These series, including classics like Law & Order, NCIS, and CSI, engage viewers by allowing them to follow along as characters investigate crimes. In the case of Y: Marshals, we will see Kayce Dutton—the youngest son of John Dutton played by Kevin Costner—join an elite U.S. Marshals unit. This series uniquely blends his cowboy skills and Navy SEAL training to deliver justice in Montana, showcasing the intricate balance of family obligations, duty, and the psychological toll that comes with serving as a vital line of defense against regional violence.
The new series will premiere on CBS.
Speculation about the Marshals series has been rife, with previous mentions in our coverage of the Yellowstone spin-off revolving around Beth and Rip. A significant milestone for this series is that it marks the first Taylor Sheridan project from the Yellowstone universe to debut on network television. While Yellowstone has undergone edits to air on CBS after its original run on Paramount Network, Y: Marshals will be crafted specifically to meet CBS standards. This indicates that the series will likely present a distinct look and feel compared to previous entries in the Yellowstone franchise.
Taylor Sheridan will not serve as showrunner for this series.
With numerous projects underway, including The Madison, the next Yellowstone origin story, and other series such as Tulsa King, Mayor of Kingstown, and Lioness, Taylor Sheridan has his hands full and cannot dedicate time to run another show. Instead, Spencer Hudnut, who has experience with procedural series like SEAL Team, will take the reins as showrunner for Y: Marshals. While Sheridan will remain involved as an executive producer, along with John Linson, Art Linson, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, and Bob Yari, actor Luke Grimes will also receive executive producer credits for the series.
The Yellowstone series finale may have paved the way for this spin-off.
In a pivotal moment during the Yellowstone series finale, Kayce Dutton sells the Dutton Ranch back to Thomas Rainwater (played by Gil Birmingham) for the same price his ancestors paid back in the 19th century—$1.25 an acre—while keeping a small plot of land for his family. The finale also showcases Kayce leveraging his military connections to confront his brother Jamie Dutton and safeguard his family’s legacy. These glimpses into Kayce’s military capabilities may translate seamlessly into his new role in the Y: Marshals series, though it will be intriguing to see what motivates him to join the marshals after his previous reluctance to engage in official capacities during the original Yellowstone.
Which familiar Yellowstone characters are set to return?
It is almost certain that Kelsey Asbille will reprise her role as Monica Dutton, Kayce’s wife, alongside Brecken Merrill as their son, Tate. Given that Kayce resides with his family on a portion of the former Dutton property, it is highly likely that Gil Birmingham and other cast members from Yellowstone who chose to remain in Montana after the flagship series conclude will also appear in Y: Marshals.
Exploring crossover potential with Yellowstone.
There remains a strong possibility for a crossover between Y: Marshals and the original Yellowstone series, particularly with characters like Beth Dutton, portrayed by Kelly Reilly, and Rip Wheeler, played by Cole Hauser. Although the distinct tones of Yellowstone and this new procedural series may limit how frequently these characters interact, it would be a significant missed opportunity not to explore potential storylines that could reunite them.
What are the release details for Y: Marshals?
Production for Y: Marshals is expected to commence in Summer 2025, with a significant budget that surpasses many network television shows. However, the extent to which content may be toned down compared to premium cable and streaming services—where nudity, violence, and strong language can be presented—remains to be seen. CBS has already designated a Sunday night timeslot at 9 pm EST for Y: Marshals, with plans for a 13-episode season. A Spring 2026 premiere has been announced, indicating that more casting information and plot details will emerge shortly.
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