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This article contains spoilers for Yellowstone.
Since 2018, Yellowstone’s blend of cowboys, intense revenge plots, and deep family secrets has kept fans captivated, solidifying it as one of America’s most-watched shows. The series turned its creator, Taylor Sheridan, into a powerhouse in prime-time television. But with Paramount’s recent announcement, the journey appears to be reaching its end, as Season 5, set to conclude next month, will be the last.
Kelly Reilly, who portrays the fiery Beth Dutton, hints at this conclusion: “It will be an ending to the Yellowstone world we have known.” When asked if it’s the end for Beth, she teases, “Maybe, maybe not. We don’t know yet, is the honest answer.” Reilly has expressed her love for Beth and is open to the idea of reprising her role in a potential spin-off, though she notes that it would be a “new beginning.”
There’s buzz around possible Yellowstone spin-offs, and Reilly acknowledges that she “can’t talk about the future because there are so many conversations happening.” Yellowstone’s off-screen drama mirrors its intense storyline, especially after Kevin Costner, the show’s lead, left mid-season due to reported contractual and scheduling issues. According to Sheridan, Costner’s departure was tied to his focus on the Horizon film series, which he is deeply involved in producing and directing.
Reilly has become a star in her own right. Originally from Chessington, Greater London, she was raised far from Hollywood glamour. Her previous roles in True Detective, Prime Suspect, and Above Suspicion helped establish her career, but Yellowstone introduced her to a vast international audience. Despite her Americanized persona as Beth, Reilly, with her quiet British demeanor, has maintained a normal life outside of acting.
Reflecting on Beth’s intense nature, Reilly says, “I’m very introverted. I don’t have dreams of vengeance in my life. But playing her feels like an adrenaline rush.” Reilly keeps Beth’s essence in a “padlocked box” during her off-seasons, only releasing her when filming resumes. The character’s sharp wit and memorable one-liners, like “You are the trailer park, I am the tornado,” have cemented Beth as a fan favorite. Reilly believes Beth’s unapologetic self-confidence resonates strongly with women, adding, “She’s unequivocally herself, and as a woman, it is so refreshing.”
After years of pain and survival, Reilly is hopeful for a cathartic conclusion for Beth. “I trust Taylor and his vision for her. He loves her so much,” she says. Yellowstone Season 5, Part 2, premieres on Paramount on November 10.
