Yellowstone: 1923 season 2 – Release date speculation, cast and latest news

The Yellowstone prequel series has already been renewed for season 2 – here’s everything we know so far.

By Morgan Cormack

Published: Monday, 06 March 2023 at 12:00 am

The 1923 season 1 finale has landed, leaving fans with many unanswered questions.

Fortunately, a second season of the series has officially been confirmed, as Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone cinematic universe continues to expand.

Starring Harrison Ford and Dame Helen Mirren in the lead roles, the Yellowstone prequel explores the early 20th century when historic drought, pandemic and the end of the Prohibition unsettled the mountain west.

1923 also introduces fans of the franchise to a new generation of the Dutton family led by patriarch Jacob (Ford) and matriarch Cara (Mirren).

So, when will the ranch family be back for a second season of family drama? Read on for everything you need to know about 1923 season 2.

Will there be a season 2 of 1923?

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Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren in 1923.

Yes, the Dutton origin story will continue to unfold as Paramount Plus has confirmed that 1923 will return for season 2.

And it’s no wonder, really. The series has broken records since premiering, becoming one of the most watched series premieres on cable in the US in 2022, as well as debuting to a slew of positive reactions.

1923 season 2 release date speculation

Not much is currently known about the timeline for season 2 but it’s a positive sign that the second outing was confirmed ahead of season 1 even finishing airing.

We do know that it could very well be a quick turnaround for the new series, though. Pre-production on season 1 started in July 2022, with the first episode airing on Paramount Plus in December 2022.

So, if schedules align and we can anticipate the same speed of production, we could possibly be looking at getting pre-production and release date news in the space of one year. Here’s to hoping for that initial season 2 pre-production announcement to come some time this year.

Who could star in 1923 season 2?

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1923.
Paramount Plus

1923 has most certainly taken us on a rollercoaster with the characters in this prequel series. Not only has there been family drama in droves, there’s also been surprise deaths aplenty. So, it’s safe to say that the initial 1923 cast may not make it into season 2, seeing as the season 1 finale is sure to throw up some unexpected curveballs.

For now, it’s safe to assume that much of the main cast will likely return to season 2. The main cast for 1923 are as follows:

  • Helen Mirren as Cara Dutton
  • Harrison Ford as Jacob Dutton
  • Sebastian Roché as Father Renaud
  • Darren Mann as Jack Dutton
  • Michelle Randolph as Elizabeth Strafford
  • Aminah Nieves as Teonna Rainwater
  • Brandon Sklenar as Spencer Dutton
  • Robert Patrick as Sheriff William McDowell
  • Jerome Flynn as Banner Creighton
  • Timothy Dalton as Donald Whitfield

As for the cast members we know that definitely won’t be returning, those will be the slew of characters who have died. Those include Catherine Walsh (Alexandra Grossi), Kagiso (Raymond Watanga), Bob Strafford (Tim DeKay), John Dutton Sr. (James Badge Dale), Sister Mary (Jennifer Ehle), Sister Alice (Kerry O’Malley), Baapuxti (Leenah Robinson), Emma Dutton (Marley Shelton), Captain Lucca (Peter Stormare) and Issaxche (Amelia Rico).

What could 1923 season 2 be about?

Details about season 2 have been kept firmly under wraps for now, with nothing really known about the upcoming season, aside from the fact that it will continue the Dutton family saga.

Season 1 has focused on exploring this new generation of the Dutton family. As per the synopsis, we “explore the early twentieth century when pandemics, historic drought, the end of Prohibition, and the Great Depression all plague the mountain west, and the Duttons who call it home.”

We can only assume that we pick back up after the dramatic events of the season 1 finale, entitled ‘Nothing Left To Lose’. Michelle Randolph, who plays Elizabeth “Liz” Strafford, has teased in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter that she’s “happy” about season 2, stating that “there’s a lot of loose ends to tie up”.

Is there a trailer for 1923 season 2?

Not yet but we do have the dramatic trailer for season 1 to keep us excited until we do have one for season 2. You can watch it below.