Yellowstone prequel series have been eagerly awaiting news about the release of season 2. After the dramatic finale of season 1, which left the Dutton family on the brink of losing their ranch, viewers have been clamoring for more.
However, it seems that they may have to wait longer than anticipated, as the production of season 2 has been delayed indefinitely. The second season of the show, which is led by Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren, was set to begin filming on June 5th in Butte, Montana, where season 1 was shot. However, due to the ongoing WGA Writers Strike, production has been put on hold.
The premiere date for season 2 remains unknown, as the indefinite delay in production has made it difficult to predict. The show's renewal was announced in February 2023, and pre-production began in July 2022. The first episode aired in December 2022 and received high ratings and positive reviews.
As for the cast of season 2, it is unclear which actors will be returning.
Those include Catherine Walsh (Alexandra Grossi), Kagiso (Raymond Watanga), Bob Strafford (Tim DeKay), John Dutton Sr (James Badge Dale), Sister Mary (Jennifer Ehle), Sister Alice (Kerry O'Malley), Baapuxti (Leenah Robinson), Emma Dutton (Marley Shelton), Captain Lucca (Peter Stormare) and Issaxche (Amelia Rico).
Given the unpredictable nature of the show and the potential for surprise deaths, it is likely that some characters from the first season will not be returning. However, it is safe to assume that the main cast members, including Helen Mirren, Harrison Ford, and Sebastian Roché, will reprise their roles.
Similarly, Helen Mirren expressed her happiness about the second season and the opportunity to explore her character, Cara Dutton, further. Details about the plot of season 2 are scarce at the moment, but it is expected to continue the story of the Dutton family and their struggles during the early twentieth century.
The synopsis for the show mentions pandemics, drought, the end of Prohibition, and the Great Depression as some of the challenges the family will face.