

1883
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Episodes (10)
- 1. 1883December 18, 20211 h 6 minTV-MASubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]The Dutton family embarks on a journey west to flee poverty and seek a better future. James arrives in Texas, where he and his family prepare to make their way through The Great Plains in search of a new home and the promise of opportunity.
- 2. Behind Us, A CliffDecember 18, 202159min16+SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]Thomas and Shea recruit James and some local cowboys to corral a herd of cattle. As they begin their journey, the caravan is confronted with some of the many dangers they will face along the way.
- 3. RiverDecember 25, 202143min16+SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]James butts heads with Shea and Thomas about an important decision. Tensions rise in camp when an accusation is made. Elsa begins a flirtation with a cowboy.
- 4. The CrossingJanuary 8, 202255minTV-MASubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]The group faces the harrowing task of crossing the river with their wagons and supplies. Thomas and Noemi grow closer.
- 5. The Fangs of FreedomJanuary 15, 202256min16+SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]Shea and Thomas cope with the aftermath of the river crossing, but there is little time to grieve and no shortage of challenges ahead. Elsa and Ennis share a romantic moment.
- 6. Boring The DevilJanuary 29, 202251min7+SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]Shea helps Elsa cope with her loss. The group crosses another river and prepares to enter Indian territory. Thomas buys Noemi a gift.
- 7. Lightning Yellow HairFebruary 5, 202253min16+SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]Elsa makes an unlikely friend. The group faces a harrowing challenge from mother nature. The camp searches for one of their own.
- 8. The Weep of SurrenderFebruary 12, 202255minTV-MASubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]As winter looms, Shea faces doubts and argues with James about the best way forward. Elsa makes a bold, beautiful decision that changes her forever.
- 9. Racing CloudsFebruary 19, 202256minTV-MASubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]A misunderstanding leads to a battle with serious consequences.
- 10. This Is Not Your HeavenFebruary 26, 20221 h 5 minTV-14SubtitlesEnglish [CC]Audio languagesEnglish, English [Audio Description]James and Margaret face a heavy decision. Shea and Thomas take bold action to help one of their own.
A YELLOWSTONE ORIGIN STORY
1883
Set over a century before the events of Yellowstone, 1883 follows the Dutton family as they embark on a journey west through the Great Plains. From Academy Award nominee Taylor Sheridan, co-creator of Yellowstone, the series is a stark retelling of Western expansion and an intense study of one family fleeing poverty to seek a better future in America’s promised land: Montana.
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JAMES DUTTON
The patriarch of the Dutton family is a man with an unwavering code, central to which is to lead his family safely west through the Great Plains in search of a new home and the promise of opportunity.
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SHEA BRENNAN
A tough-as-nails cowboy with immense sadness in his past. He has the herculean task of guiding a group from Texas to Montana—and he does not suffer fools.
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MARGARET DUTTON
The matriarch of the Dutton family, Margaret is strong-willed and extremely capable as she supports her husband’s dreams. She is fiercely protective of her family, especially her two children.
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ELSA DUTTON
The spirited eldest child and only daughter of James and Margaret Dutton, Elsa is becoming an independent woman of her own. She craves adventure and is eager to help her father on the family’s journey.
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THOMAS
A former buffalo soldier turned Pinkerton agent, Thomas is the right hand to Shea Brennan. He is a natural protector, extremely skillful and competent as he helps lead the caravan.
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JOHN DUTTON SR.
Young John Dutton Sr., the sweet and precocious only son to James and Margaret.
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Trailers
- 1883 | Teaser | Paramount+1minTV-MA
From Academy Award nominee Taylor Sheridan, co-creator of Yellowstone, 1883 follows the Dutton family as they embark on a journey west through the Great Plains toward the last bastion of untamed America. It is a stark retelling of Western expansion, and an intense study of one family fleeing poverty to seek a better future in America's promised land - Montana.
- 1883 | Teaser (Extended Look) | Paramount+2minTV-MA
From Academy Award nominee Taylor Sheridan, co-creator of Yellowstone, 1883 follows the Dutton family as they embark on a journey west through the Great Plains toward the last bastion of untamed America. It is a stark retelling of Western expansion, and an intense study of one family fleeing poverty to seek a better future in America's promised land - Montana.
Bonus
- 1883: The Road West41minTV-MA
A behind-the-scenes look at the making of Taylor Sheridan's highly anticipated Yellowstone prequel, '1883'.
- ET Presents: Yellowstone Aftershow25minTV-MA
The cast and co-creator of Yellowstone sit down exclusively with Entertainment Tonight to share stories and behind the scenes details about episode #409 of the hit series. Plus, get a sneak peek at the season 4 finale.
- ET Presents: Yellowstone Aftershow27minTV-MA
The cast and co-creator of Yellowstone sit down exclusively with Entertainment Tonight to share stories and behind the scenes details about episode #408 of the hit series. Plus, get a sneak peek at episode #409.
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- Nuditysexual content violence substance use alcohol use foul language