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Yellowstone Spinoff 'Marshals' Renewed After 20.6 Million Viewers

3/13/2026

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Summary

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CBS has renewed the Yellowstone spinoff Marshals for a second season after its March 1, 2026 premiere.
The series attracted 20.6 million viewers across platforms in its first week.
It was the most-watched network original premiere without a football lead-in since 2017.
Luke Grimes reprises Kayce Dutton, who moves from ranch life to a U.S. Marshals team in Montana.
Marshals airs Sundays at 8 PM ET on CBS.

History

Historical Context

Premiering on June 20, 2018, "Yellowstone" became Paramount Network's first scripted series, attracting 2.8 million viewers on its debut night. Created by Taylor Sheridan, the show reflects a resurgence of interest in Western-themed dramas, exploring themes of identity and heritage. Its success led to spinoffs like "Marshals," which debuted in 2026, indicating a growing audience for American frontier narratives.

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Story summary

CBS has renewed the Yellowstone spinoff Marshals for a second season after its March 1, 2026 premiere.
The series attracted 20.6 million viewers across platforms in its first week.
It was the most-watched network original premiere without a football lead-in since 2017.
Luke Grimes reprises Kayce Dutton, who moves from ranch life to a U.S. Marshals team in Montana.
Marshals airs Sundays at 8 PM ET on CBS.

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