The Taylor Sheridan Yellowstone sequel series will debut on CBS as “Y: Marshals,” premiering its first season at 8 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 1, 2026. This new spinoff focuses on Kayce Dutton, played by Luke Grimes, and marks the franchise’s first major entry outside the Paramount+ streaming platform.
CBS Schedules Sheridan’s Newest Drama for a Key Timeslot
Produced by Taylor Sheridan and showrunner Spencer Hudnut, best known for his work on SEAL Team, “Y: Marshals” is set to air immediately after “60 Minutes.” The series will anchor Sunday nights before established hits “Tracker” and “Watson,” delivering a robust lineup for CBS and expanding the Yellowstone universe onto network television for the first time.
The show’s synopsis describes the main story as:
“Former U.S. Navy SEAL and rancher Kayce Dutton joins a specialized group of U.S. Marshals charged with protecting Montana.”
– official synopsis
This anticipated series returns several familiar faces from Yellowstone, including Gil Birmingham (Thomas Rainwater), Mo Brings Plenty (Mo), and Brecken Merrill (Tate), alongside new cast members Arielle Kebbel, Ash Santos, Tatanka Means, and Logan Marshall-Green. Their on-screen dynamics will offer both continuity and expansion as the Dutton family’s saga continues.
Sheridan’s Expanding Western Universe and Franchise Dynamics
Yellowstone premiered during a period when many viewers resisted changes in television trends, finding an audience with its nostalgic, classic Western atmosphere. Taylor Sheridan, renowned for modernizing the Western through stories of ranches and family rivalries, continues to push the boundaries of the genre.
Beyond Yellowstone, Sheridan has created notable series such as “Tulsa King” with Sylvester Stallone, and “Lioness,” which includes stars like Zoe Saldana, Morgan Freeman, and Nicole Kidman. The Yellowstone narrative itself has grown with prequels like 1888 and 1923, and other projects in development like “Dutton Ranch” (focused on Beth and Rip), “The Madison” starring Michelle Pfeiffer, and a prequel set in 1944. With this expanding slate, executive roles are often delegated; Sheridan oversees as executive producer, while showrunning and writing duties are increasingly managed by others, leading to varying audience reactions in recent spinoffs.
“Y: Marshals” is notable as the branch likely receiving the least creative input from Sheridan, beyond his executive role. The series will quickly reveal how its approach resonates with Yellowstone fans this March, as network viewers compare its style and storytelling with prior installments.
The New Cast Bringing Life to ‘Y: Marshals’
Luke Grimes leads as Kayce Dutton, joined by returning Yellowstone actors such as Gil Birmingham as Thomas Rainwater and Brecken Merrill as Tate Dutton. Mo Brings Plenty, reprising his role as Mo, rounds out the familiar group. The series will also feature new faces: Arielle Kebbel, Ash Santos, Tatanka Means, and Logan Marshall-Green bring additional talent, with Logan Marshall-Green taking on the character Pete Calvin. This mix of established and new cast members aims to balance tradition with fresh storytelling momentum.
Outlook for the Yellowstone Sequel and Its Impact
With Yellowstone’s ratings journey—from a rocky first season at 58% on Rotten Tomatoes, to a peak with a perfect score in Season 3, and a subsequent decline in its final season—the franchise has held viewers’ interest through both highs and lows. The introduction of “Y: Marshals” as the latest expansion, and its position as CBS’s first Sheridan drama, could prove pivotal for the network and for fans eager for more stories set in the Montana wilds. The series’ reception in March 2026 will likely influence both future plans for the Dutton saga and the broader landscape of modern Western television.
