Paramount+ has confirmed that Kevin Costner will return to the Yellowstone universe in the new prequel series "1944," set during World War II. First-look images show Costner as a Dutton ancestor fighting in the European theater.
Series Details
- 10 episodes, premiering November 2026
- Kevin Costner leads as Sergeant James Dutton
- Timeline: D-Day through V-E Day
- Budget: $200 million (most expensive Paramount+ show)
- Created by Taylor Sheridan
The Costner Deal
After a publicized departure from the flagship Yellowstone series, Costner's return reportedly came with a $24 million salary and creative consultation rights. Showrunner Sheridan called it "the story Kevin was always meant to tell."
