Shocking Yellowstone Season 5 Finale: Beth Dutton Actor Hints at Tragic Ending

Summary

Yellowstone star Kelly Reilly teases that the series ending may not be happy.

Reilly speculates that the finale will revolve around the central theme of safeguarding a way of life.

Given Kevin Costner's departure from the series and creator Taylor Sheridan's previous works, it is improbable that all characters will have a happy ending.

Yellowstone star Kelly Reilly has hinted that the series finale may not have a happy ending. Reilly, who portrays Beth Dutton in the popular neo-Western series, has been a part of every season alongside Kevin Costner, Wes Bentley, Luke Grimes, Cole Hauser, and others. The final season, which is split in half, has yet to film its last six episodes due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes, where actors and writers are advocating for fair pay.

As reported by Insider, Reilly recently discussed her speculation on the series finale for Yellowstone season 5 part 2. These discussions were captured in a featurette that was recorded prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike and included in the home media release for Yellowstone season 5 part 1. Without specific knowledge of what will transpire, Reilly shared, "I'm unsure if it will have a happy outcome."

As an actor, I find it exciting that I have no insight into what will happen. We are all bound by the storyteller's vision and our role is to serve the story. There is uncertainty about what lies ahead, and that is what makes it thrilling.

Could Yellowstone Have a Happy Ending?

The concept of Yellowstone having a positive resolution is complex. With the tense dynamics between characters, a happy ending for one person could potentially mean an unhappy outcome for another. Additionally, there is Kevin Costner's departure from the show to consider.

While certain characters may continue in the Yellowstone sequel series featuring Matthew McConaughey, Costner recently revealed his plan to leave after season 5. It was subsequently announced that season 5 would serve as the conclusion for the original series. Although creator Taylor Sheridan assured fans that Costner's exit would not involve a tragic accident for his character John Dutton, it is still possible for the character to either perish or depart in a more bittersweet manner.

Moreover, Sheridan has built a reputation for steering away from writing cheery conclusions in his works. The conclusions of his films, such as Hell or High Water and Sicario, often delve into morally intricate territories, leaving no room for a typical fairytale ending. It is probable that Yellowstone will follow suit, although it is unlikely that the Duttons will face a completely tragic fate, considering the possibility of their return in the upcoming series.