Key Takeaways:
– Yellowstone’s spin-off may feature returnees Cole Hauser, Kelly Reilly, and Luke Grimes from the original series.
– These actors are set to receive record salaries, though less than the paychecks of Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon.
– The rumored inclusion of Matthew McConaughey and Michelle Pfeiffer would likely command even higher salaries.
– The end of Yellowstone was announced after Kevin Costner quit the series.
– The spinoff’s development status remains uncertain as the final season of Yellowstone is in production.
Yellowstone Spinoff Salaries Stun Fandom
As Taylor Sheridan’s acclaimed series, Yellowstone, gears up for a climactic close, eyes have turned towards a possible spinoff. Yellowstone has been a fan favorite and its upcoming spinoff has already, according to a report, potentially managed a milestone even before its launch.
Cole Hauser, Kelly Reilly, and Luke Grimes, significant figures from the original Yellowstone series, are reportedly returning for the spinoff. These three ace performers may make a record $1.25 million per episode, if reports by Matthew Belloni’s newsletter Puck are correct.
High Salaries – The New Normal?
These figures, however astounding they may sound, are not uncommon in the current television landscape. The dynamic duo, Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, currently hold the record by bagging a whopping $2 million per episode for The Morning Show as reported by Parade.
While there has been backlash regarding this steep payout, Witherspoon defended their salaries in an interview with THR. She highlighted that companies readily pay these amounts as they appreciate the actors’ value and worth. This scenario in the acting world could be a stepping stone for rewarding actors for the success of their shows, a principle long followed by producers and studios.
Rumors, Speculation, and the Yellowstone Spinoff
Rumors regarding the Yellowstone spinoff have been rife even as the parent series heads towards its end. Kevin Costner’s exit from Yellowstone was a significant turning point that subsequently led Paramount to announce its termination post its fifth season.
Spinoff speculation further intensified as it was suggested that powerhouse Matthew McConaughey might take the reins. Moreover, whispers regarding the addition of a female lead, potentially Michelle Pfeiffer, have added more intrigue to the plot.
Can the Yellowstone Spinoff Outdo the Original Series?
The new spinoff’s uncertainty is palpable given that it follows the act of a wildly successful parent series. Nevertheless, the prospect of returning lead stars from Yellowstone and the inclusion of top-tier actors such as McConaughey and Pfeiffer paints an exciting picture for the spinoff.
Meanwhile, actors have their sights set on seizing momentum and making significant strides on the financial front. As detailed by Parade, Yellowstone’s key players – Hauser, Reilly, and Grimes, previously earned a comparatively modest $200,000 per episode.
Sharing his views, Cole Hauser told Country Living that while he is immensely focused on finishing the main series, he also sees a great cache of exciting ideas for the spinoff and where it could potentially lead.
Ultimately, money talks in Hollywood. But that does not take away the creative space that a spinoff can explore and the thrilling possibilities it creates for the continuing saga of Yellowstone. The industry and fans alike eagerly await to see what comes next in this thrilling Western drama saga.
Yellowstone’s final season is now being filmed. Fans can catch the current Yellowstone series on Peacock, while The Morning Show is available for streaming on AppleTv+.
