Where to start
Yellowstone
3 versions · originally a series, 2018
The Yellowstone saga explores the brutal, relentless struggle to defend ancestral land and legacy against modern encroachment and betrayal.
✦ Most fans start here
Yellowstone (2018)
The original tv
✦ Start hereYellowstone
Taylor Sheridan · Series · 2018
Yellowstone (2018) serves as the definitive origin, offering a sprawling, high-stakes television drama about the Dutton family’s fight to maintain their massive Montana ranch against relentless external pressure.
2026 series
Marshals
Spencer Hudnut · Series · 2026
Marshals (2026) shifts the focus to Kayce Dutton’s post-ranch life, providing a gritty procedural perspective on Montana justice that blends elite law enforcement tactics with the character's complex military background.
Inspired by
YELLOWSTONE
Gabriel "Gator" Guilbeau with Kim Laidlaw · Book
YELLOWSTONE (book) provides an intimate, supplementary look at the franchise, offering readers a unique perspective on the world of the Duttons through a distinct narrative lens separate from the screen.
Common questions
Is Yellowstone based on the YELLOWSTONE book?
Yes, the television series Yellowstone is an adaptation of the source material titled YELLOWSTONE. While the show expands on the narrative, the book serves as the foundational text for the overarching story and the development of the characters seen on screen.
Should I watch Marshals after finishing Yellowstone?
If you enjoyed the themes present in Yellowstone, you may consider watching Marshals. It is a television series scheduled for release in 2026 that shares thematic connections with the universe established in Yellowstone, providing a continuation of the style and tone found in the original show.
What order should I watch Yellowstone and Marshals?
You should watch the television series Yellowstone first as it was released in 2018 and establishes the primary narrative world. Once completed, you can proceed to watch Marshals, which is a television series set for a 2026 release, following the established timeline of the franchise.
Is Yellowstone the only adaptation of the YELLOWSTONE book?
The television series Yellowstone is the primary adaptation of the book titled YELLOWSTONE. While other projects like the 2026 series Marshals are connected to this expanded universe, the 2018 television show remains the direct adaptation of the source material provided in the book.