The series finale of “Yellowstone” prequel “1923” has pulled in an impressive audience since its April 6 debut.
According to Paramount internal streaming data, the final episode has delivered 14 million viewers globally in its first seven days of availability, with a view defined as total watch time divided by run time. Per Paramount, that is up 41% versus the Season 1 finale, with the average viewership for Season 2 up 46% compared to Season 1.
As previously announced, “1944” will be the next “Yellowstone” prequel at Paramount+, following “1883” and “1923.” The exact nature of the story is being kept under wraps, but it will no doubt delve into how World War II has impacted the Yellowstone Ranch and the Duttons.
SPOILERS FOR “1923” AHEAD
In the series finale of “1923,” it is revealed that Spencer Dutton (played by Brandon Sklenar) loses his wife Alex (Julia Schlaepfer), but lives another 45 years as he raises their son. That son is John Dutton II, the father of “Yellowstone” protagonist John Dutton III. John II would be 21 years old by 1944, making him a natural protagonist for the series. Likewise, Spencer would still be alive in 1944, but it remains to be seen if Sklenar would return to play him.
Taylor Sheridan created “1923” and serves as executive producer. The series is also executive produced by David C. Glasser, John Linson, Art Linson, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, Bob Yari, Ben Richardson, Michael Friedman and Keith Cox. The series is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios, 101 Studios and Bosque Ranch Productions.
