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1923 (TV series)

1923 is an American neo-Western television series created by Taylor Sheridan and set in the Yellowstone universe.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

1923 is an American neo-Western television series created by Taylor Sheridan and set in the Yellowstone universe. It follows the Dutton family in the early 20th century as they face land, economic, and personal pressures in Montana and beyond. The series is a prequel to Yellowstone and a sequel to 1883.

Premise

1923 is set about 40 years after 1883 and nearly a century before Yellowstone. It centres on Jacob and Cara Dutton and the wider family as they try to preserve their ranch and legacy during an era of major social and economic change.

Cast and characters

The ensemble cast includes Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, Brandon Sklenar, Julia Schlaepfer, Jerome Flynn, Darren Mann, Brian Geraghty, Aminah Nieves, Michelle Randolph, and Timothy Dalton. Isabel May reprises Elsa Dutton as narrator.

Production and release

Created by Taylor Sheridan, the series premiered on Paramount+ on December 18, 2022. It ran for two seasons and concluded in 2025.

Reception and franchise role

1923 expanded the Yellowstone franchise by exploring an earlier generation of the Dutton family. It is positioned as a major prequel entry within the broader shared universe.

Key facts

  • 1923 is a prequel to Yellowstone and a sequel to 1883.
  • The series stars Helen Mirren and Harrison Ford as Cara and Jacob Dutton.
  • The series has two seasons and 16 episodes in total.
  • The story follows the Dutton family confronting drought, prohibition, economic hardship, and conflict.
  • Season 2 premiered in 2025.
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Canadian context

Canadian viewers may know the series through Paramount+ availability and the broader popularity of Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone franchise in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is in the cast of 1923?
Main cast members include Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, Brandon Sklenar, Julia Schlaepfer, Jerome Flynn, Darren Mann, Brian Geraghty, Aminah Nieves, Michelle Randolph, and Timothy Dalton; Isabel May also reprises Elsa Dutton as narrator.
How many episodes are in 1923?
The series has 16 episodes across 2 seasons.
Is 1923 a prequel to Yellowstone?
Yes. 1923 is a prequel to Yellowstone and a sequel to 1883.
What is the plot of 1923?
The series follows the Dutton family in early 20th-century Montana as they fight to keep their land and legacy amid drought, prohibition, economic hardship, and other threats.
When does 1923 season 2 come out?
Season 2 premiered in 2025; the available sources do not provide a more precise date in this dataset.
Where can I watch 1923?
1923 premiered on Paramount+.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18335752/
    Supports: Creator, cast, plot overview, two-season run, and 15-episode series listing
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1923_(TV_series)
    Supports: Premiere date, franchise position, number of seasons and episodes, main cast, and series description
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18335752/fullcredits/
    Supports: Full cast listing for principal actors
  4. Western Series Wiki (Fandom) — https://western-series.fandom.com/wiki/1923_(series)
    Supports: Plot summary, season 2 episode dates, and cast list
  5. People — https://people.com/1923-cast-yellowstone-spinoff-actors-everything-to-know-7506240
    Supports: Cast details and character descriptions