The Dutton family’s saga isn’t over yet! Following the monumental success of Yellowstone, CBS is ready to expand the world of this neo-Western phenomenon with the highly anticipated spinoff series, Y: Marshals. Set to premiere midseason 2025-26, this new series promises to take the gripping drama of the Dutton family in a thrilling new direction, led by none other than Luke Grimes, reprising his role as Kayce Dutton.

In this 13-episode procedural, Y: Marshals will trade Montana’s rugged ranch life for the world of U.S. Marshals, with Kayce Dutton bringing his Navy SEAL background to an elite federal justice unit. Fans of Yellowstone will see their favorite youngest Dutton leave behind his family ranch and get involved in high-stakes law enforcement, where he’ll enforce “range justice” across the region. This shift from ranch rivalries to federal action is set to provide fresh, high-octane drama, all while maintaining the gritty and emotional elements that have made Yellowstone so successful.

Kayce Dutton, who has always struggled with loyalty to his family versus the personal demons from his past, will now face a new set of challenges in the Y: Marshals universe. As an executive producer on the project, Grimes is deeply invested in the series, and fans can expect a blend of military precision with Western grit. The show promises to explore themes of violence, justice, and moral dilemmas, as Kayce seeks redemption and justice while navigating a world far different from the quiet, vast lands of the Dutton ranch.

One of the intriguing aspects of Y: Marshals is the possibility of crossover characters from Yellowstone. Although only Luke Grimes has been confirmed to appear, fans are eagerly speculating about whether characters like Thomas Rainwater (Gil Birmingham) and Mo (Moses Brings Plenty) might also join Kayce on his journey. Showrunner Spencer Hudnut, known for SEAL Team, is set to bring his expertise in military drama and action-packed sequences to the series, promising horse chases, gunfights, and high-stakes mysteries. Y: Marshals aims to capture the intensity and sweeping cinematography of Yellowstone, but with a procedural twist that will appeal to a broader television audience.

In addition to the action-packed sequences, the show will delve into the psychological and emotional complexities of Kayce Dutton as he steps back into the world of law enforcement after resigning from his badge in the Yellowstone finale. Fans are left wondering whether Kayce’s military past and his ties to the Native American reservations will influence his decisions in Y: Marshals, bringing an added layer of depth to his character. This spinoff series provides an exciting opportunity to further explore the Dutton family’s legacy in new settings and cases, enriching the core themes of loyalty, survival, and power.

Y: Marshals is set to debut in 2025-26 on CBS, tapping into the massive Yellowstone fanbase to boost both CBS’s streaming and broadcast platforms. As the Yellowstone franchise expands beyond 1883 and 1923, the series enters a competitive market dominated by streaming giants, and the question arises: will CBS’s Y: Marshals be able to maintain the raw, gritty authenticity of Yellowstone, even with its content constraints? Some fans have voiced concerns over the absence of Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan’s writing, fearing that the series could be “watered down” in comparison to its predecessor. However, with Hudnut at the helm and a budget that rivals network epics, Y: Marshals is positioned to be a visually stunning and emotionally charged addition to the Yellowstone universe.

As CBS takes the plunge into this bold new chapter of the Dutton saga, fans can’t help but wonder whether Y: Marshals will live up to the massive expectations set by Yellowstone. Will Kayce Dutton’s journey as a U.S. Marshal bring a new level of intensity and drama, or will it struggle to capture the magic that made Yellowstone a modern Western masterpiece? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure—Y: Marshals is set to be a game-changer.

Tune in to CBS in 2026, or stream it on Paramount+, to catch the next thrilling chapter of the Yellowstone legacy! For the latest updates, be sure to follow @Yellowstone on X.