Yellowstone Season 5 Part 2: The Drama Unfolds

Lacey Kuvalis 14 May 2025

Hey there, Yellowstone enthusiasts! If you're anything like me, you can't get enough of the Dutton family's gripping saga. The wait for Part Two of Season 5 is going to be worth every second. Kevin Costner and his team have truly delivered a drama-packed, heart-stopping midseason finale that aired on January 1. Let’s dive deeper into what's coming next for the Duttons. Keep scrolling to learn all the juicy details.

So, When Does ‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 Return?

Let’s rewind for a moment. The midseason finale of this Paramount powerhouse left fans on the edge of their seats. The Dutton family is questioning not just their future but also who will lead the iconic ranch. Beth Dutton, played by the incredible Kelly Reilly, uncovered a massive family secret tied to the train station, adding another layer of tension between her and her brother Jamie, portrayed by Wes Bentley. Their relationship is more strained than ever, hinting at an explosive showdown in the second half of the season.

‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 Part 2 Return Date: When It Starts — Danno Nell/Paramount/Kobal/Shutterstock

Hold on tight, because the next big chapter of "Beth vs. Jamie" isn’t far off. Fans will have to wait until the summer of 2023 for the conclusion of this saga. Kelly Reilly, the powerhouse behind Beth, gave us a little teaser about the tension brewing between her character and Jamie in a November 2022 interview with Entertainment Tonight.

"Jamie tried to kill her father, tried to kill her, tried to take out everyone including her brother Kayce. In Beth's mind, Jamie is the ultimate enemy," Kelly explained. "Beth believes in keeping her enemies close, and that's exactly what she's doing. She has her sights set on him. I don't see a peaceful resolution between them anytime soon, if ever."

Even though there’s a wait ahead for new episodes, Paramount Network has been kind enough to release a tantalizing teaser trailer to keep fans engaged. If you're craving more behind-the-scenes action, 101 Studios and Paramount Network’s "The Official Yellowstone Podcast" is your go-to source for interviews and insights. Wes Bentley, the man behind Jamie, spilled some beans on his character's plans for revenge during an episode of the podcast after the midseason finale aired.

"There's more to Jamie's story than just being a pawn in someone else's game," Wes reflected. "Jamie sees an opportunity, and that's something he's always been good at—his schemes. Now, he's ready to use those schemes, possibly even against the Duttons. It's going to be a wild ride."

Despite the on-screen conflict between Beth and Jamie, Kelly Reilly and Wes Bentley share a strong bond off-screen. "Wes and I have been working together for five years now," Kelly told The New York Times in January 2023. "We know each other really well, and we genuinely care for one another. Those scenes can get intense, even ugly sometimes, but we face them head-on with courage and respect."