Country music royalty Faith Hill and Tim McGraw are taking their talents from the stage to the screen in a powerful way—starring as the leads in 1883, the highly anticipated prequel to the smash hit Yellowstone. And if the newly released trailer is any indication, fans are in for a raw, emotional, and truly unforgettable journey through the rugged heart of the American frontier.
Created by Taylor Sheridan, the mastermind behind Yellowstone, 1883 tells the origin story of the Dutton family, long before they became the powerful landowners we see in the modern-day series. Set in the late 19th century, the series follows James Dutton (Tim McGraw) and his wife Margaret Dutton (Faith Hill) as they lead their family westward through the untamed Great Plains, risking everything for a better life in Montana.
“This is the road west. It was paved with blood,” McGraw’s character growls in the opening moments of the trailer—and it only gets more intense from there.
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The gripping trailer is packed with cinematic shots of wagon trains, sweeping landscapes, violent clashes, and quiet moments of heartbreak. Through dust storms and gunfire, 1883 paints a brutally honest picture of what it took to survive—and build a legacy—during America’s expansion.
What makes this series even more special is the chemistry between McGraw and Hill, real-life husband and wife, whose on-screen dynamic adds authenticity and emotional depth to their roles.
“We fell in love with these characters,” Hill said in a behind-the-scenes interview. “Their love, their strength, their sacrifice—it’s all very human.”
Joining them in the series is acting legend Sam Elliott, who brings his signature gravitas as Shea Brennan, a hard-edged cowboy with his own tragic past, tasked with guiding the Duttons and other settlers through dangerous, uncharted land.
The buzz surrounding 1883 has been intense ever since it was announced, and with this first full-length trailer now out in the world, excitement has reached a fever pitch. The series promises not just action and drama, but a deeply emotional origin story rooted in family, grit, and survival.
“This is how they built the Yellowstone empire,” Tim McGraw said. “It wasn’t easy. It wasn’t glamorous. But it was real.”
Set to premiere exclusively on Paramount+, 1883 is more than just a prequel—it’s an epic American saga with heart, heartbreak, and unforgettable storytelling.
So, whether you’re a Yellowstone superfan or just love a good old-fashioned Western with soul, 1883 is shaping up to be one of the most must-watch shows of the year.