The Yellowstone universe just got bigger. CBS has officially announced that Y: Marshals, the newest spinoff in Taylor Sheridan’s ever-expanding Western saga, will premiere on March 1, 2026. Along with the release date, CBS dropped the first full trailer, offering fans their first look at Yellowstone favourite Luke Grimes returning as Kayce Dutton — and teasing the emotional, action-packed journey ahead.
The trailer reveals Kayce’s new life as a U.S. Marshal, haunted by his past and the sacrifices that defined his family’s legacy at the Yellowstone Ranch. It also confirms several returning characters from the original series and introduces a new generation of lawmen and outlaws, all set against the rugged landscapes of Montana.
With Taylor Sheridan once again steering the ship, Y: Marshals looks ready to continue the franchise’s signature blend of high-stakes action, emotional drama, and sweeping Western imagery — only this time, justice rides with a badge.
Series Overview: Y: Marshals
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Series Title | Y: Marshals |
| Franchise | Yellowstone Universe |
| Premiere Date | March 1, 2026 |
| Network | CBS (and Paramount+ streaming next day) |
| Executive Producer | Taylor Sheridan |
| Executive Producers | Taylor Sheridan, David C. Glasser, John Linson, Art Linson, Luke Grimes, Ron Burkle, Greg Yaitanes, and others |
| Pilot Written By | Spencer Hudnut |
| Pilot Directed By | Greg Yaitanes |
| Genre | Neo-Western / Action / Drama |
| Setting | Montana and the American Northwest |
| Tagline | “Justice rides beyond the ranch.” |
The Return of Kayce Dutton
After Yellowstone’s emotional finale, fans were left wondering about the fate of Kayce Dutton, the conflicted Navy SEAL-turned-rancher who spent years struggling between duty and family. Y: Marshals picks up after he departs from the ranch, showing him trying to rebuild his life — this time as part of an elite unit of U.S. Marshals.
The trailer opens with Kayce reflecting on his past:
“I fought every day to get out from under the weight of the Yellowstone. I’ve lost my teammates, my parents, even my brothers. Sometimes good men have to do bad things. But I’m trying to find a new beginning.”
Grimes returns in the lead role, bringing the same grit and quiet intensity that made Kayce one of Yellowstone’s most beloved characters.
“Kayce’s journey has always been about redemption,” Grimes said in a recent interview. “This story explores what happens when he tries to redefine what ‘doing the right thing’ really means.”
New Faces and Returning Favorites
The Y: Marshals cast mixes fresh talent with familiar faces from the Yellowstone universe.
| Cast Member | Character |
|---|---|
| Luke Grimes | Kayce Dutton — former Navy SEAL, now U.S. Marshal |
| Logan Marshall-Green | Agent Ryan Hale — Kayce’s new partner and rival |
| Arielle Kebbel | U.S. Marshal Dana Rowe — a skilled tracker with a dark past |
| Ash Santos | Elena Cruz — rookie agent learning from Kayce |
| Tatanka Means | Agent Hawk Little Bear — Native investigator and Kayce’s ally |
| Brett Cullen | Deputy Director Samuel Vaughn — Kayce’s superior |
| Gil Birmingham | Thomas Rainwater — returning as the Broken Rock leader |
| Mo Brings Plenty | Mo — Rainwater’s right hand |
| Brecken Merrill | Tate Dutton — Kayce’s son, now a teenager dealing with loss |
One notable absence from the trailer is Kelsey Asbille, who played Kayce’s wife, Monica Long-Dutton. Her absence has fueled speculation that Monica may have died between the events of Yellowstone and Y: Marshals. According to CBS, her fate will be addressed in the show’s opening episodes.
Plot: A Cowboy With a Badge
CBS’s official synopsis reads:
“With the Yellowstone Ranch behind him, Dutton joins an elite unit of U.S. Marshals, combining his skills as a cowboy and Navy SEAL to bring range justice to Montana.”
Set after the events of Yellowstone, the series follows Kayce as he enforces justice across the wild and untamed landscapes of the American Northwest. But even as he hunts fugitives, Kayce is forced to confront his own demons — and the violent legacy of the Dutton name.
The trailer teases sweeping frontier visuals, tense standoffs, and an emotional reckoning for Kayce. Fans can expect the same moral complexity and grit that made Yellowstone a phenomenon, but with the procedural energy of a modern law enforcement drama.
“This isn’t a story about escaping the past,” Sheridan said in a behind-the-scenes featurette. “It’s about facing it head-on — and seeing whether justice still means something in a world that’s moved beyond the frontier.”
Production and Creative Team
Y: Marshals is produced by Taylor Sheridan’s Bosque Ranch Productions and 101 Studios, the same creative forces behind Yellowstone, 1883, 1923, and Lawmen: Bass Reeves.
| Production Role | Individual |
|---|---|
| Showrunner | Spencer Hudnut |
| Executive Producers | Taylor Sheridan, David C. Glasser, Luke Grimes, Greg Yaitanes |
| Director (Pilot) | Greg Yaitanes (House of the Dragon, Banshee) |
| Production Companies | CBS Studios, 101 Studios, Bosque Ranch Productions |
| Filming Locations | Montana, Utah, and New Mexico |
The series will premiere on CBS and stream the next day on Paramount+, ensuring accessibility for both broadcast and streaming audiences.
The Yellowstone Universe Expands Again
Y: Marshals is just one of several new projects in the Yellowstone universe as Taylor Sheridan continues to build a vast modern Western anthology.
| Upcoming Yellowstone Projects | Network | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Y: Marshals | CBS (March 1, 2026) | Kayce Dutton as a U.S. Marshal |
| The Madison | Paramount+ (TBA 2026) | Starring Michelle Pfeiffer as a new matriarchal figure |
| Untitled Beth & Rip Series | Paramount+ (TBA) | Follows Beth (Kelly Reilly) and Rip (Cole Hauser) post-Yellowstone |
| 1883: The Outlaw Years | In Development | A prequel spinoff focusing on James Dutton’s early frontier law career |
“The goal was always to build a world where these stories could continue independently but still feel connected,” Sheridan said in an interview with Deadline. “Y: Marshals lets us see the Dutton legacy through a new lens — one defined by law instead of land.”
What Fans Can Expect?
The trailer for Y: Marshals sets the tone for a series that’s both familiar and daringly new. Expect:
- Cinematic Western action — horseback chases, standoffs, and Montana’s breathtaking scenery.
- Gritty realism — combining the grounded procedural tone of Lawmen: Bass Reeves with the family trauma of Yellowstone.
- Emotional stakes — Kayce’s struggle between duty and redemption remains the series’ emotional backbone.
- Moral ambiguity — Sheridan’s hallmark storytelling where justice is never black and white.
“If Yellowstone was about protecting the land, Y: Marshals is about protecting the people,” said executive producer David C. Glasser. “It’s the same frontier — just a different kind of fight.”
Conclusion
Y: Marshals promises to honour the spirit of Yellowstone while carving out its own identity — one of justice, morality, and redemption. With Luke Grimes back in the saddle and Taylor Sheridan at the helm, the Dutton legacy rides again, this time under the banner of law and order.
For fans still mourning the end of Yellowstone, March 1, 2026, marks not just a new series — but the beginning of the next great Western chapter.
FAQs
Y: Marshals premieres on CBS on March 1, 2026, and streams the next day on Paramount+.
The cast includes Luke Grimes, Logan Marshall-Green, Arielle Kebbel, Ash Santos, Tatanka Means, Gil Birmingham, and Mo Brings Plenty.
No official confirmation yet. Her character’s fate will be revealed in the premiere.
It continues Kayce Dutton’s story after the events of Yellowstone’s finale, focusing on his new life as a U.S. Marshal.
Yes. The Madison and a new Beth & Rip series are both in development for Paramount+.
