Yellowstone series finale draws Game of Thrones comparisons from (some) fans

As a movie reviewer who’s seen his fair share of finales, I must say that the ending of “Yellowstone” left me with a mix of emotions, much like the complex characters it portrayed for five seasons. The series finale seemed to split the fanbase right down the middle, just like a ranch is divided into parcels of land. Some fans were as disappointed as a cowboy who’s lost his trusty horse, while others were as content as John Dutton himself, watching his empire grow.

As a devoted fan, I must say that wrapping up “Yellowstone,” the gripping saga of the Dutton family and their ranching empire, felt like closing a cherished chapter with its season 5 finale titled “Life Is A Promise.” This Paramount Network staple has been an unparalleled success, even giving birth to numerous spinoffs. However, the latest season hasn’t resonated as strongly with fans as its predecessors did. The decline in writing quality or the absence of Kevin Costner, who steered the series for so long, might be the reasons behind this lukewarm reception, or perhaps it’s a combination of both factors.

It seems the audience reactions to the series finale have been somewhat negative. On social media platforms like Twitter, under the hashtags #Yellowstone and #YellowstoneTV, fans are expressing their dissatisfaction using phrases such as “dumb ending” or stating that it was one of the worst final seasons in television history. In summary, the general sentiment appears to be displeasure with the way the series concluded.

I must confess, I’ve found myself in agreement with many viewers who have compared the conclusion of “Yellowstone” to the ending of “Game of Thrones”. It seems that “Yellowstone” has now officially dethroned “Game of Thrones” as the show with the most criticized final season.

In simpler terms, critics and fans have expressed disappointment with the final episodes of both the “Game of Thrones” series and “Yellowstone”, claiming that key events were hastily resolved and character actions seemed unrealistic or conveniently wrapped up. For instance, one viewer of “Yellowstone” commented, “The finale felt incredibly rushed,” while another added, “It ended abruptly and conveniently, giving the impression of a hasty, last-minute production.

Beware SPOILERS for the Yellowstone series finale below

The popular series Yellowstone concluded with some unexpected turns, as one might anticipate. The Dutton family’s ranch, once owned by the Broken Rock Native American tribe, was repurchased by Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes). Simultaneously, Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) confronted her brother Jamie (Wes Bentley), and their subsequent events set up a new spinoff for Beth and her husband Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser), where they will receive a new ranch.

As a devoted movie enthusiast, I can assure you that if you’re feeling disheartened by the series finale of Yellowstone, fear not! The Yellowstone saga is far from over. Though the original series may be concluding, there’s another spinoff in the pipeline called The Madison, featuring big names like Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell. Moreover, a second season of the prequel series 1923 is on the horizon, starring none other than Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren. In essence, the Yellowstone universe is only expanding!

It’s worth noting that not every fan disliked the finale of the Yellowstone series. In fact, some fans found it to be near-perfect, as one wrote: “#YellowstoneTV Finale was perfection!” They appreciated Beth killing Jamie and RIP bringing him to the train station, Kaycee returning the land, and all the cowboys paying tribute to John Dutton… they thought it was the best ending ever! Another happy viewer commented: “Beautiful final scenes of Beth’s and Kayce’s ranches. Thank you, @Yellowstone for wrapping things up so beautifully.

Furthermore, considering IMDb scores for season 5, it appears that fan ratings for the series finale are relatively good and higher than many episodes within the same season. While there may be additional ratings to come, it seems that the dissatisfied viewers might constitute a smaller percentage of the overall fanbase.

Eventually, the lasting impact of the “Yellowstone” finale will be determined by future generations as they reflect on the series years down the line. In the meantime, there is an abundance of content still to be explored within this universe. This could range from a direct spin-off of “Yellowstone” or another show crafted by creator Taylor Sheridan.

2024-12-16 21:42

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