Luke Grimes, known for his role as Kayce Dutton in the acclaimed seriesYellowstone, elaborates on his thoughts about the much-anticipated season 5 ending. The show, created by Taylor Sheridan, chronicles the Dutton family’s efforts to maintain their ranch amid increasing external pressures, often intertwining personal conflict with socio-political themes.Yellowstoneseason 5, which will air its second part on November 10 and conclude the series, has seen the Duttons face rival land developers and government officials eager to encroach on their territory.
There has been plenty of speculation over howYellowstonewill end, particularly since Kevin Costner will not be returning as patriarch John Dutton. During an interview withNewsweek, Grimes suggests that the finale will not only provide closure for ongoing storylines butwill also introduce surprises that challenge viewers' expectations. He also hinted that the conclusion will embody Sheridan’s signature unpredictability and intricate storytelling. He said:
I think true to Yellowstone’s, form, [viewers] won’t be able to see it coming. I feel like that’s the kind of beauty of Taylor’s [Sheridan] writing, and it’s always so surprising. It’s never what you thought it was going to be. But I think everyone will be really satisfied with, you know, if I would have tried to come up with an ending, I never would have come up with this one, but it’s the perfect one. Because I’m clearly not a writer and even if I was, it would not be as good as Taylor. But yeah, I think it’ll just be very satisfying because it’s, I mean, that’s what you want. That’s what you want. And the ending of a great show is something unpredictable and satisfying.
What This Means For Yellowstone’s Ending
Yellowstone Is Headed For A Dramatic Conclusion
The upcoming series finale will be pivotal, as it promises to encapsulate the dramatic tension that has characterizedYellowstonethroughout its run. Grimes' remarks reiterate that the series' typical twists will be maintained whileensuring that the ending ties together various storylines that have built throughout the series. The Dutton family’s struggles, both internal and external, are set to come to a head, making the final season crucial for not only character development but also for larger thematic questions at play.
With Grimes hinting that even those familiar with the show’s twists will be caught off-guard, the finale will hopefully deliver an ending that both satisfies and surprises.
Sheridan’s ability to weave personal and political stakes into the fabric ofYellowstonehas been one of the series' defining aspects. From land disputes to questions of legacy, the show has remained consistent in exploring the cost of power and survival. Still, with John, amajorYellowstonecharacter, off the board, it is clearthe ending won’t be what anyone might have envisioned in previous seasons. With Grimes hinting that even those familiar with the show’s twists will be caught off-guard, the finale will hopefully deliver an ending that both satisfies and surprises.
Our Take On Grimes' Yellowstone Tease
Expectations Are High
Grimes' comments add to the growing anticipation surrounding theYellowstoneseries finale. The extended hiatus between the start of season 5 and the back half has only increased interest in what is to come, andGrimes' perspective on the finale raises expectations significantly. It can be difficult to pull off a satisfying conclusion, but the Kayce actor seems convinced Sheridan has done so. While many questions remain unanswered, hopefully the conclusion will remain true toYellowstone’s intricate narrative style, offering a fitting ending tothe Dutton family’s ongoing legacy.
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Yellowstone follows the Dutton family, led by patriarch John Dutton, as they defend their expansive ranch against external threats from land developers, an Indian reservation, and America’s first national park. Released on June 26, 2025, this series examines the complex dynamics and violent conflicts surrounding the largest contiguous ranch in the United States.
