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Elliott Rejected 'Yellowstone' as 'Cowboy Soap Opera'
2 Jul
Summary
- Elliott initially saw 'Yellowstone' as a 'cowboy soap opera,' avoiding the series.
- Taylor Sheridan pitched '1883' as a more mature project to Elliott.
- Elliott praised Sheridan's writing and later called him a friend.
Taylor Sheridan recently discussed his casting methods, revealing that Sam Elliott initially viewed 'Yellowstone' as a 'cowboy soap opera.' Sheridan approached Elliott to cast him in the prequel series '1883,' acknowledging Elliott's dislike for 'Yellowstone.'
Sheridan pitched '1883' to Elliott as a more mature project, contrasting it with 'Yellowstone.' He shared the story and character arc for Shea Brennan, which deeply resonated with Elliott. Elliott agreed to the role, and Sheridan expressed admiration for Elliott as a performer and later as a friend.
Elliott had previously stated on a podcast that he wasn't a 'fan' of 'Yellowstone,' comparing it to 'Dallas.' He believed '1883' would stand alone despite its connection to the 'Yellowstone' universe, a sentiment he shared before the prequel's 2021 debut. Elliott also joined the cast of 'Landman' for its second season in 2025.
