Yellowstone Fans Outraged by John Dutton's Murder

The midseason return of Yellowstone's fifth season has sparked significant backlash from fans due to the shocking death of Kevin Costner's character, John Dutton. Initially thought to be suicide, it was later revealed that Dutton's death was a murder orchestrated by Sarah Atwood in league with Jamie Dutton. Fans criticized the writing as lazy and a disservice to such a pivotal character, especially given Costner's early departure due to scheduling conflicts. The reaction was intense, with many feeling the show failed to provide a fitting farewell for Dutton. Criticism also extended to the overall narrative direction, with some viewers finding the new plot developments unrealistic and unsatisfying after a two-year hiatus. Despite this, the series continues to air its final episodes weekly on Paramount+, maintaining the attention of its dedicated audience.