'Yellowstone' Finale Sparks Divided Fan Reactions

The finale of Yellowstone Season 5 has elicited mixed reactions from fans, with many expressing dissatisfaction over what they perceive as rushed storytelling and lack of emotional closure. The absence of Kevin Costner, who played John Dutton, was notably felt, as viewers lamented the loss of the show's emotional core. While some praised the dramatic elements and Kelly Reilly's performance as Beth Dutton, calling for her to win an Emmy, others criticized the finale as predictable and unsatisfactory. Key plot points included Kayce Dutton selling the family ranch to indigenous people and Beth avenging her father's death by killing her brother Jamie. Despite some viewers appreciating the finale's poetic elements, the decision to conclude the series in this manner has left fans divided. The finale also sparked speculation about potential spinoffs, particularly involving the characters Beth and Rip.