Everything We Know About the Yellowstone 6666 Spinoff: Story and More

Yellowstone: 6666 is an exciting upcoming spinoff derived from Taylor Sheridan’s acclaimed Western drama, Yellowstone, available on Paramount+. As the flagship series heads toward its conclusion in 2024, Sheridan continues to expand his vast contemporary Western universe through an array of interconnected shows. While the prequels 1883 and 1923 delve into the origins of the Dutton family ranching legacy in Montana, Yellowstone: 6666 will explore the infamous Four Sixes Ranch in Texas.

Previously, Yellowstone character Jimmy Hurdstrom (played by Jefferson White) was dispatched by John Dutton to the Four Sixes Ranch to refine his cowboy skills. Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) remarked that the Four Sixes ranch is essentially the birthplace of cowboy culture, indicating its significance in American ranching history. Jimmy made a striking return to the Dutton family ranch in Yellowstone’s fourth season, episode 10, titled “Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops,”showcasing his transformation. With Yellowstone: 6666, fans can expect deeper insights into the operations and stories behind the iconic Texas ranch, marking a new venture outside Montana.

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Latest Updates on Yellowstone: 6666

Current Status of the Spinoff’s Development

After an extended silence surrounding the spinoff, recent updates have revealed a rather uncertain status for Yellowstone: 6666. As articulated by executive producer Christina Voros, who oversees the Yellowstone franchise, there’s little information available. “I honestly don’t know how Taylor chooses to tell which stories he chooses to tell when,”she stated, implying that active work on Yellowstone: 6666, as well as on the previously announced 1944, may not be taking place as anticipated.

This shift in focus may suggest that Yellowstone: 6666 is being overshadowed by a more immediate narrative continuation of the original series. Voros indicated that a spinoff featuring Beth and Rip has been confirmed, which may play a role in the potential sidelining of 6666. Still, her remarks leave room for future developments, highlighting the unpredictability enveloping Sheridan’s expansive storytelling.

Here are Voros’ full comments:

I honestly don’t know how Taylor chooses to tell which stories he chooses to tell when. I think he has closed a lot of doors on Yellowstone this season. There are obviously characters that we will not see again because they have been dispatched. But I think he has left some doors open, and there’s some doors that I can’t tell if they’re locked or not yet. But we will know when we cross through them.

As context, Yellowstone’s fifth season part 2 wrapped up on December 15, 2024.

Confirmation of Yellowstone: 6666

Announcement of the Spinoff in 2021

Yellowstone Series	Release Year(s)
Yellowstone	2018-2024
1883	2021-2022	A prequel following the Dutton family in the 19th century
1923	2022-Present	A prequel following the Dutton family in the early 20th century
The Madison	2025	A spinoff set in the same universe as Yellowstone
Beth & Rip Spinoff	N/A	A direct continuation of Yellowstone featuring the title characters
6666	N/A	A planned spinoff centered around the titular ranch
1944	N/A	A planned spinoff set in the mid-20th century
1924	N/A	A planned spinoff occurring after the events of Yellowstone

The announcement for Yellowstone: 6666 came in February 2021 (as reported by Entertainment Weekly). At its inception, details regarding the cast, crew, and storyline were sparse, and three years later, the status remains unclear. Other projects from Taylor Sheridan—such as Landman and Tulsa King—have seemingly taken precedence, which may indicate that 6666 is not a top priority.

In December 2024, producer Christina Voros offered an almost conclusive statement that 6666 was indefinitely on hold, as she expressed uncertainty concerning its future. Although this does not imply the project is permanently shelved, the focus on the Beth and Rip spinoff suggests a shift away from Yellowstone: 6666. Nevertheless, with Sheridan’s penchant for surprise, anything could happen in this evolving franchise.

Plot Details About Yellowstone: 6666

Details Still Unveiled

At this time, specific plotlines for Yellowstone: 6666 remain undisclosed. However, a press release from February 2021 provided some insight:

“Founded when Comanches still ruled West Texas, no ranch in America is more steeped in the history of the West than the 6666. Still operating as it did two centuries before, and encompassing an entire county, the 6666 is where the rule of law and the laws of nature merge in a place where the most dangerous thing one does is the next thing.”

If the narrative of this new spinoff is set in the 19th century, it opens the door for potential appearances from characters introduced in 1883—many of whom were cowboys and military veterans that could have ties to the Four Sixes Ranch. Regardless of its timeline, Yellowstone: 6666 is set to propel Sheridan’s distinctive interpretation of the American West, further enriching the franchise.

Historical Background of Four Sixes Ranch

A Legacy Over a Century Old

Established in 1900, the Four Sixes Ranch has a fascinating history, initially founded by Texas cattleman Samuel Burk Burnett, who is said to have acquired the land in a poker game with a hand of four sixes. The ranch name actually traces back to the initial 100 cattle heads Burnett bought in 1870, all marked with a “6666” brand. With the Civil War’s aftermath came ample opportunities for those daring enough to seize them, and Burnett capitalized on this to create a ranch known for its exceptional workhorses, racehorses, and Angus cattle.

Following the passing of Burnett’s great-great-granddaughter, Anne Burnett Marion, in February 2020, the Four Sixes Ranch was listed for sale at a staggering price of $347.7 million. Later, in May 2021, Taylor Sheridan acquired this historic ranch, presumably in preparation for the development of Yellowstone: 6666. Whether the series unfolds in the past or present, it holds potential to outshine not only the original Yellowstone but its various spinoffs as well.

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