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Yellowstone & Prequels in Order
Taylor Sheridan's Dutton-family saga: the present-day flagship Yellowstone plus prequels 1883 and 1923. Watch Yellowstone first, then the prequels, or follow the timeline from 1883 onward.
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Why this order?
Yellowstone is the anchor everyone starts with, and for good reason: it's the show that built the world. The flagship ran five seasons (2018-2024) and follows John Dutton's fight to hold the largest ranch in Montana against developers, politicians, and his own fractured family. Starting here gives you the modern stakes and the family dynasty before you rewind to see how the Duttons earned, and bled for, that land.
Our default watch order puts Yellowstone first, then the prequels for backstory. This is how the saga was actually released and how most fans experience it: 1883 lands harder once you already love the Duttons, because you watch their ancestors cross the country knowing what the family becomes. 1923 then bridges the gap, covering the Great Depression and Prohibition-era trials of the next generation. Each prequel deepens lines of dialogue you half-noticed in the flagship.
The chronological order flips this for viewers who prefer a clean timeline: 1883 (the wagon-train origin), then 1923 (the survival years), then Yellowstone (present day). It's a perfectly valid way in, especially for newcomers who want events to unfold front to back. Just know you'll meet the family at their poorest before their power.
The key gotcha: 1883 and 1923 are companion series, not season-style continuations, so titles do not chain neatly: don't expect a "Season 2" of either to slot beside Yellowstone. Sheridan's universe is still expanding, with spin-offs like 6666 and The Madison in development, much like his other Paramount work (Tulsa King, Mayor of Kingstown). Pick the order that matches how you like stories told.
How many episodes is Yellowstone?
Yellowstone has 78 episodes across the 3 series entries tracked in this guide.
- Yellowstone 53 episodes 2018-2024
- 1883 10 episodes 2021-2022
- 1923 15 episodes 2022-2025
Timeline 2018-2022
Every entry by release year: rows that share a year are a cluster, and the long droughts are called out on the rail.
- 2018 Yellowstone
- 2021 1883
- 2022 1923
Where to play it today
Availability changes often and varies by region - links search each platform for Yellowstone.
Frequently asked questions
How many Yellowstone shows are there?
Three so far: the flagship Yellowstone (five seasons, 2018-2024) plus two prequels, 1883 (2021) and 1923 (2022). Additional spin-offs like 6666 and The Madison are in development.
What order should I watch Yellowstone in?
Most fans watch Yellowstone first, then the prequels 1883 and 1923 for backstory. If you prefer a clean timeline, watch chronologically: 1883, then 1923, then Yellowstone.
Do I need to watch 1883 and 1923 before Yellowstone?
No. Yellowstone stands on its own and is the recommended starting point. The prequels enrich the family history but aren't required to follow the main story.
How many seasons does Yellowstone have?
The flagship Yellowstone has five seasons, which aired from 2018 to 2024. 1883 and 1923 are separate companion limited series rather than seasons of Yellowstone.
Is 1883 or 1923 a sequel to the other?
They're both prequels to Yellowstone set in different eras. 1883 covers the family's journey west; 1923 follows a later generation during the Depression and Prohibition. Chronologically 1883 comes first.
Where can I stream Yellowstone and the prequels?
The prequels 1883 and 1923 stream on Paramount+. Yellowstone's earlier seasons have streamed on Peacock, and episodes are also available to buy or rent on services like Amazon Prime Video.
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