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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.

Updated July 31, 20261 min readCited sources

1923 is a neo-Western drama created by Taylor Sheridan, serving as a prequel to Yellowstone and a sequel to 1883. The series follows the Dutton family in early 20th-century Montana as they struggle to preserve their ranch amid drought, prohibition, and economic hardship.

What it is

1923 is a two-season, 16-episode series that premiered on Paramount+ in December 2022. It stars Harrison Ford as Jacob Dutton and Helen Mirren as Cara Dutton, alongside a large ensemble cast including Brandon Sklenar, Julia Schlaepfer, and Timothy Dalton. The story is set about 40 years after the events of 1883, exploring the Duttons' fight to keep their land and legacy alive.

Why it matters

As a prequel to Yellowstone, 1923 deepens the franchise's lore by introducing an earlier generation of the Dutton family. The series features two major Hollywood stars (Ford and Mirren) and expands the neo-Western genre into the early 20th century, covering themes of drought, prohibition, and economic upheaval that resonate with the broader Yellowstone universe.

Key details

Created by Taylor Sheridan. Premiered December 18, 2022 on Paramount+. Two seasons, 16 episodes total. Main cast: Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, Brandon Sklenar, Julia Schlaepfer, Jerome Flynn, Darren Mann, Brian Geraghty, Aminah Nieves, Michelle Randolph, and Timothy Dalton. Isabel May narrates as Elsa Dutton. Season 2 aired in 2025.

In short

  • Prequel to Yellowstone, sequel to 1883
  • Stars Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren as Jacob and Cara Dutton
  • 16 episodes across 2 seasons on Paramount+
  • Explores the Dutton family amid 1920s hardships
Canadian angle

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

Quick questions

Who is in the cast of 1923?
Main 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 narrates as Elsa Dutton.
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, following an earlier generation of the Dutton family.

Sources

  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