“Yellowstone” was the series that made the world infatuated with Western living, sparking a slew of spinoffs, including “1883,” “1923” and the newest additions, “Marshals” and “Dutton Ranch.”
While set in Montana, the “Yellowstone” phenomenon has deep roots in the Beehive State. Much of the original series was filmed in Utah — Summit County, to be exact. While the first three seasons were shot primarily on Utah locations, production moved to Montana for the remainder of the series to take advantage of tax incentives, as previously reported by the Deseret News.
While the first three seasons of “Yellowstone” were filmed in Summit County, production eventually moved to Montana for the rest of the series.
“Utah is such a draw for film and television because of its diverse landscapes, fantastic crews and amazing, knowledgeable film office,” said Paramount’s Adam Morra in a statement.
The state continues to reap the benefits from “Yellowstone” spinoffs and other projects filming in Utah. As of March 2026, seven upcoming productions are planned to film in the Beehive State and bring an economic impact of $12.6 million and 600 jobs across 11 counties, as previously reported by the Deseret News.
‘Dutton Ranch’: Plot, filming locations and premiere date
The latest expansion of the “Yellowstone” universe, “Dutton Ranch,” tells the story of Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) as they relocate to a 7,000-acre ranch in South Texas. The pair brings Carter (Finn Little) along for the ride as they navigate new challenges in the Lone Star State, according to Paramount.
The series will bridge the gap between two worlds. While Beth balances new life in Texas, she is still tied to the small parcel of land she purchased in Montana at the conclusion of “Yellowstone,” Paramount detailed.
Unlike its predecessor, “Dutton Ranch” largely stays true to its setting; the series is both set and filmed in Texas. It is scheduled to debut in May with a two-episode premiere on Paramount+ and the Paramount Network at 8 p.m. EDT. New episodes will air weekly on Fridays for a nine-episode run.
‘Marshals’: Filming locations and plot
“Marshals” premiered March 1, with new episodes dropping every week.
The series follows Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes) as he leaves the family ranch to join a unit of U.S. Marshals. Kayce must combine his cowboy know-how with his Navy SEAL expertise to bring justice to the Montana range, according to Paramount.
While the story takes place in Big Sky Country, the production returned to the original stomping grounds of “Yellowstone.” Scenes for “Marshals” were primarily filmed in Utah in and around Morgan, Summit and Wasatch counties, according to the Utah Film Commission, with some scenes filmed in Montana.
The first season is slated for 13 episodes, with the finale scheduled for May 24, according to IMDb.
Is ‘The Madison’ a ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff?
Though it stems from creator Taylor Sheridan, the 2026 series starring Kurt Russell and Michelle Pfeiffer is not a “Yellowstone” spinoff. While originally developed as a sequel series, it evolved into a standalone original.
The series follows a New York woman who moves her family to Montana’s Madison River Valley to heal following a tragedy. Along with Russell and Pfeiffer, the cast includes Patrick J. Adams and Matthew Fox, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Content ratings
- “Marshals”: Rated TV-14 for moderate violence, gore, profanity and intense sequences.
- “Dutton Ranch”: This series has not yet received a formal rating, though it is expected to align with the franchise’s mature themes.