‘Y: Marshals’: Cbs Orders ‘Yellowstone’ Sequel Starring Luke Grimes As Kayce Dutton

The Yellowstone universe is set to ride into new territory as CBS has officially ordered Y: Marshals (working title) for its midseason lineup. The series, fronted by Luke Grimes reprising his role as Kayce Dutton, will air Sundays at 9 P.M. and promises a high-octane mix of Western grit, family drama, and law enforcement action.

In this next chapter, Kayce trades the sprawling Dutton Ranch for the badge of an elite U.S. Marshals unit. According to the official logline, the former cowboy and Navy SEAL will “combine his skills to bring range justice to Montana, where he and his teammates must balance family, duty, and the high psychological cost that comes with serving as the last line of defense in the region’s war on violence.”

The idea for Y: Marshals has been in the works for over a year, with SEAL Team showrunner Spencer Hudnut steering the concept through a meticulous development process. As Deadline first reported back in March, Taylor Sheridan — the creator behind Yellowstone and its sprawling slate of prequels and spinoffs — has been working with Paramount Network and CBS executives on expanding the franchise beyond its streaming home at Paramount+. The plan is to bring the gritty storytelling of Sheridan’s world to the broader reach of network television.

A Familiar Face in a New Frontier

For fans of Yellowstone, Kayce Dutton’s journey has been one of the show’s emotional anchors. From soldier to ranch hand, to the conflicted son of John Dutton, Kayce has navigated moral gray areas while fiercely protecting his family. The finale of Yellowstone’s most recent season saw him make a surprising move — selling the Dutton land to Chief Thomas Rainwater and his tribe for $1.25 an acre, matching the historic price paid by ancestor James Dutton in 1883. The sale came with strict conditions: the land can never be developed, and Kayce, along with wife Monica (Kelsey Asbille) and son Tate (Brecken Merrill), would remain on a small parcel where they’ve built their home.

Now, in Y: Marshals, that chapter sets the stage for a new one. Viewers will see Kayce draw on his military precision and cowboy instincts to navigate dangerous cases while grappling with the personal costs of his duty. The series promises to maintain the thematic weight Yellowstone fans love — family loyalty, identity, and the sacrifices demanded by honor.

Behind the Scenes: Big Names and Bigger Ambitions

Produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios, Y: Marshals boasts a powerhouse executive production team. Taylor Sheridan, David C. Glasser, John Linson, Art Linson, Spencer Hudnut, Luke Grimes, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, and Bob Yari are all on board. Hudnut will serve as both executive producer and showrunner, bringing his military drama experience to a series that blends Western authenticity with the high-stakes procedural format. Paramount Global Content Distribution will handle worldwide sales.

When asked about whether this new installment will carry the same cinematic scale as Yellowstone, CBS President Amy Reisenbach was unequivocal: “We don’t do cheap.” She emphasized that the budget is in line with other major network series but still aims to deliver on the production values audiences expect from a Sheridan project.

Reisenbach also acknowledged Sheridan’s busy schedule but stressed his ongoing creative input: “We’re still early in the process. He’s a very busy guy, so we’ll take what we can get.” Sheridan’s touch has been central to the Yellowstone brand’s success, and even a partial involvement ensures the show will carry the grit and authenticity fans have come to expect.

Part of a Growing Yellowstone Universe

Y: Marshals joins a growing lineup of Yellowstone spinoffs. Last December, another untitled sequel series was announced, starring Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser reprising their roles as Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler. Between 1883, 1923, and the upcoming 6666, Sheridan’s interconnected storytelling continues to draw in viewers eager for layered character arcs set against rugged Western landscapes.

By bringing Y: Marshals to CBS, the franchise steps into a new arena — one where the procedural drama format meets the morally complex, emotionally charged storytelling that has defined Sheridan’s work. Network television’s broader audience could introduce millions more to Kayce Dutton’s world, potentially expanding the Yellowstone fandom even further.

What Fans Can Expect

The series is likely to blend Yellowstone’s sweeping Western cinematography with the tense, mission-driven structure of shows like SEAL Team. Expect a mix of serialized character drama and case-of-the-week storylines, giving viewers both immediate action and long-term arcs. With Montana’s untamed landscapes as the backdrop, the show promises intense action sequences, political intrigue tied to land and law enforcement, and the deeply personal stakes of Kayce’s family life.

Sheridan’s projects are known for their grounded yet larger-than-life approach, portraying the modern West with the same epic sensibility as a historical drama. If Y: Marshals continues that tradition, it could become one of CBS’s most ambitious dramas in recent years.

For now, fans can mark their calendars for midseason, when Kayce Dutton saddles up once again — only this time, with a badge and the full weight of U.S. law on his side.

The Yellowstone universe is set to ride into new territory as CBS has officially ordered Y: Marshals (working title) for its midseason lineup. The series, fronted by Luke Grimes reprising his role as Kayce Dutton, will air Sundays at 9 P.M. and promises a high-octane mix of Western grit, family drama, and law enforcement action.…