Hey everyone, here's Rosa! Yellowstone and 1923 may seem worlds apart, but their stories are deeply connected across generations. Here are 10 surprising links between the two series that you might have missed.
At the heart of both series is the Dutton family.
1923 introduces Jacob Dutton (Harrison Ford) and his wife Cara (Helen Mirren), who take over the ranch after James and Margaret's deaths. Their nephew Jack Dutton is featured in both 1923 and later in Yellowstone, creating a direct connection to John Dutton III (Kevin Costner).
Spencer Dutton, Jacob and Cara’s nephew, plays a significant role in 1923. His adventurous journey in Africa and eventual return to Montana to save his family become a pivotal storyline. Spencer's son is believed to be John Dutton II, who appears in Yellowstone flashbacks.
In 1923, Jack Dutton marries Elizabeth Strafford, strengthening his position within the Dutton legacy. Their descendants, including John Dutton II, play crucial roles, creating a bridge between 1923 and Yellowstone.
Helen Mirren’s portrayal of Cara Dutton in 1923 shows a powerful matriarch with unwavering loyalty to her family.
Her strength and protective nature resonate through her descendants, especially Beth Dutton in Yellowstone, who shares that fierce devotion to her family.
The ranch itself is more than just a setting—it's a central character in both shows.
In 1923, Jacob and Cara struggle to maintain the ranch’s legacy, setting the stage for the power struggles John Dutton III faces in Yellowstone to protect the land.
1923 introduces Teonna Rainwater, a young Native American woman whose story intersects with the Duttons, highlighting the tensions between settlers and indigenous communities.
Her narrative continues to influence events in Yellowstone, where the Rainwater family plays a significant role.
In 1923, Banner Creighton, a sheep rancher, embodies the external forces threatening the Duttons' way of life. His actions and the Duttons’ responses foreshadow the rivalries and land disputes central to Yellowstone.
In 1923, John Dutton II is introduced as a young man under the care of Jacob and Cara. His growth and eventual role as a rancher help to explain the lineage leading to John Dutton III in Yellowstone.
James and Margaret Dutton, featured in 1883, are the pioneering ancestors who laid the foundation for the Dutton family’s presence in Montana. Their descendants, including Jacob and Cara, continue their legacy in 1923, ensuring the survival of the Dutton name.
Elsa Dutton, the narrator of 1883, provides a vital link between the past and the present. Her voice continues in 1923, connecting the events of the past with the ongoing saga of the Dutton family, which ultimately leads to the challenges faced by John Dutton III in Yellowstone.
These connections across Yellowstone, 1923, and 1883 highlight the depth of Taylor Sheridan’s storytelling.
From the Duttons' early struggles to the modern-day challenges of John Dutton III, the family saga is rich with history. Which link surprised you the most? Share your thoughts!
