Yellowstone

Name: Yellowstone
Genre: Western, Drama
Released: 2018-06-20
Cast: Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, Wes Bentley, Cole Hauser, Kelsey Asbille

2018 | 5 seasons | Western, Drama

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

People are still talking about it and audiences rate it highly (8.3 out of 10), though it had middling reviews (56% on Rotten Tomatoes). A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who loves a strong character drama. If you loved 1883 or 1923, start here. Audiences love it more than critics do: a crowd-pleaser first.
The mood: Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace: 5 seasons: a few months of evenings.
What might put you off: Rated TV-MA: meant for adults.
Critics were cooler on it than audiences.

Follow the violent world of the Dutton family, who controls the largest contiguous ranch in the United States. Led by their patriarch John Dutton, the family defends their property against constant attack by land developers, an Indian reservation, and America’s first National Park.

How it earned its rating

CriticsBelow par
56% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesStrong
8.3 out of 10
AwardsSolid
Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Drama. Also nominated for 1 SAG Award, 2 Critics' Choice Awards and 1 DGA Award. Plus 1 other award.
Reach & staying powerStrong
Ran for 5 seasons and reached a wide audience; spent 5 weeks in Netflix's global Top 10
Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
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