So, Is Kevin Costner's John Dutton Being Killed Off in Yellowstone Finale?
Fans are upset about Kevin Costner leaving the show, and it seems like there is only one way for him to go.
The amazing cowboy drama that we all love, Yellowstone has been killing it as Paramount's number one show. You have probably already shed some tears after the news of it coming to an end.
Just a few months ago, Cole Hauser said during a Golden Globes red carpet event that the show was going to go on for at least two more seasons.
Unfortunately, with the departure of Kevin Costner, it was confirmed season 5 will be the last season of the show.
One of the main reasons for Costner's departure, as it was previously reported, is a conflict that he had with the showrunner Taylor Sheridan.
The news about Costner leaving Yellowstone has got fans all riled up. It's hard to imagine the future of the show without him.
Who's going to spit that vitriol and bring that Dutton charm to the table now?
Nobody from the Costner camp has come out with a statement yet, but plenty of other sources have confirmed the bad news.
Fans expressed their controversial feelings about Costner's departure and the show's end.
The viewers agreed with sadness that it was a right call to finish the show with season 5, as without Costner's John Dutton there is just no point in continuing the story. But how exactly will the Dutton patriarch exit the show?
Well, looks like exactly how we're all thinking. As Costner's decision seems to be final, the majority of the show's fans agreed that the most proper way to say a memorable and emotional goodbye to the character and the actor would be his death, even though it is going to be harsh and heartbreaking.
One of the most popular fan theories is that John might die at the hands of Jamie. The latter, meanwhile, will most likely fall victim to Beth, even though she won't get away with it, probably ending up behind bars.
In fact, there are plenty of storylines for Yellowstone to finish, but it's not like the show has enough episodes to wrap them all up in a satisfying way.
However, other viewers see John surviving, arguing it is possible that he will feature in the upcoming Yellowstone spinoff but as an off-screen character who will be mentioned here and there from time to time.
The second half of the fifth and final episode is set to premiere in November, 2023.
Source: Reddit