Overview

• Kevin Costner stated he has not thought about the 'Yellowstone' series finale, which aired on December 15, and remains indifferent to how the show concluded.
• Costner's character, John Dutton, was written off in the Season 5 Part 2 premiere, marking the actor's departure from the series following creative and scheduling conflicts.
• The 'Yellowstone' finale drew 11.4 million viewers, making it the most-watched episode in the show's history, according to Paramount's data.
• Critics noted a decline in the show's storytelling quality in its later seasons, with some describing the final episodes as lacking the tension and depth of earlier seasons.
• Spin-offs and future projects related to the 'Yellowstone' universe, including one focusing on fan-favorite characters, have already been announced by creator Taylor Sheridan.