Yellowstone director Christina Voros has revealed that the final season of the show has been shrouded in secrecy, with herself acting as the “gatekeeper” to the final six scripts. She and creator Taylor Sheridan decided to keep the scripts under lock and key to protect the anticipation and excitement surrounding the show. Voros took on the task of keeping the plot private by doing redactions for every cast member, only giving them the scenes they were in. This meant that even some of the show’s long-time cast members would only learn about what happens in the final season when the show premieres.
The cast of Yellowstone was kept in the dark about the plot of the final season, with only a select few being part of the exclusive club that had access to the scripts. The secrecy extended to the set as well, with every scene being treated as a closed set and code words used to keep things confidential. This level of secrecy allowed the cast to thrive without fear of leaks or spoilers getting out. The final season of the show has been described as beautiful, surprising, unexpected, and riveting, marking the end of an era for the characters and the storylines that fans have grown to love over the years.
The decision to keep the plot of the final season under wraps was heightened by Kevin Costner’s announcement that he would not be returning for season 5B. This led to even more anticipation and speculation surrounding how the show would conclude. The cast and crew worked diligently to keep the details of the final episodes a secret to avoid spoilers and leaks. Voros praised the performances of the cast, stating that they have put a lifetime of work into building their characters and that their performances in the final season are exceptional.
When season 5 of Yellowstone returns, fans can expect to see John Dutton continue to play an integral role in the final episodes. Voros teased that John’s presence is essential to the story and that the beating heart of the season is family, a recurring theme in Taylor Sheridan’s writing. The final season is described as coming full circle and returning to the family that the show originally began with. The premiere of Yellowstone 5B is set to air on Paramount Network on Sunday, November 10, at 8 p.m., with an encore airing on CBS two hours later.
Overall, the level of secrecy surrounding the final season of Yellowstone speaks to the dedication and commitment of the cast and crew to deliver a satisfying conclusion to the series. Voros and Sheridan made a conscious effort to protect the story and the audience’s experience by keeping the scripts under lock and key and implementing strict set rules to prevent leaks. The final episodes are expected to be emotional, surprising, and riveting, with the central theme focusing on family and the legacy of the Duttons. Fans can look forward to the premiere of Yellowstone 5B to see how the story of the beloved characters will come to an end in this highly-anticipated final season.
