Taylor Sheridan’s TV empire is broadening with the announcement ofThe Madison, an upcoming Western series that is envisioned as a spinoff ofYellowstone. Often confused with the long-gestatingYellowstonesequel series that is still in the works,The Madisonwill follow the Clyburn family as they relocate to Montana following the death of their patriarch. Many details surrounding the show remain foggy, but A-lister Michelle Pfeiffer is confirmed to lead the new series..
The current state oftheYellowstoneuniverseis murky, and even as the original series prepares to ride off into the sunset in late 2024, the Western franchise is growing. Pre-existing spinoffs like1888and1923(which is starting a second season) proved that interest was high even outside the original show, and that has spurred a rush to green-light as many projects as possible. Though updates are flowing concerningThe Madison, a lot is still unknown.
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The Madison Latest News
New Cast Members Join The Yellowstone Spinoff
With production already underway on the series, the latest news confirms thatnew cast members have joinedThe Madison. Helping to flesh out the growing ensemble,Kevin Zegers, Rebecca Spence, Alaina Pollack, and Danielle Vasinova have been cast in major roles. While all the details aren’t known, Zegers is set to appear as Cade, Stacy’s (Michelle Pfeiffer) neighbor who is the former caretaker of her new home. Rebecca Spence plays Liliana Weeks, one of Stacy’s friends from New York City, while Pollack is Abigail’s (Beau Garrett) daughter, Macy. Finally, Danielle Vasinova will play Kestrel, a Montana rancher with indigenous heritage.
The Madison Is Confirmed
The Series Was Announced In August 2024
New Taylor Sheridan shows pop up quite frequently, butthe announcement ofThe Madisonin August 2024 helped clear up some confusion about the TV creator’s expanding resume. Amid story details and potential casting clues, it has also been revealed thatSheridan’s latest opus is separate from theYellowstonesequelthat is also in the works. Though there was some initial confusion, it has now been confirmed thatThe Madisonis a spinoff ofYellowstone. Filming began around October 2024, but a timeline is not yet known.
The Madison Cast Details
Michelle Pfeiffer Will Star
Though the full scope ofThe Madison’s cast remains unclear, the spinoffhas landed its lead.Michell Pfeiffer was being circled for the starring role, and she has now officially joined the series. Pfeiffer will play the role of Stacy Clyburn, but it’s unclear how her casting will affect other potential stars. Since 2023, Matthew McConaughey was rumored to be making an appearance in theYellowstonefranchise, but it has since been reported that McConaughey is likely out. Meanwhile,Kurt Russell was being courtedto fill a lead role, but his status is uncertain after Pfeiffer’s casting.
Despite this confusion, additional cast members have been added to the ensemble, includingSuitsstar Patrick J. Adams as investment banker Russell McInthosh. Elle Chapman will play Russell’s wife, Paige McInthosh, while Beau Garrett is single mom Abigail Reese. Amiah Miller was cast as Abigail’s oldest daughter, Bridgette.Lostalum Matthew Fox will appear as Paul, an outdoorsy and self-reliant man. Ben Schnetzer will appear as Van, a kind rancher who is neighbors with Stacy.
More names joined the cast in December 2024, withKevin Zegers (Air Bud) tapped to play the role of Cade, Stacy’s neighbor who used to be the caretaker of her new Montana home. Rebecca Spence (Princess Cyd) will appear as Liliana Weeks, a friend of Stacy’s from New York City. Alaina Pollack (On Call) has been cast as Macy, Abigail’s young daughter. Finally,1923alum Danielle Vasinova will play a rancher named Kestrel who is of indigenous descent.
The Madison Story Details
A New Family Moves To Montana
Though the synopsis doesn’t introduce a conflict, it isn’t hard to see how the family could quickly get involved in trouble
Despite being largely shrouded in mystery, major details about the plot ofThe Madisonhave been revealed. The series will followthe Clyburn family as they relocate to Montana following the tragic death of their patriarchin a plane accident. Though the synopsis doesn’t introduce a conflict, it isn’t hard to see how the family could quickly get involved in trouble. Since the show is a spinoff ofYellowstone, the Clyburns could run into many of the same problems that plaguedthe Dutton family, or they could even run afoul of the Duttons themselves.
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A New York family’s life begins to unravel following a tragic event, as they navigate their grief during a retreat to rural Montana, discovering the complexities of human connection in the face of profound sorrow.
