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What to Watch After Yellowstone

From Yosemite to Westeros: Four Must‑Watch Picks for Yellowstone Fans

If you love the rugged drama of Yellowstone, you’ll find a compelling quartet of series that span fresh thrills, timeless westerns, deep family roots, and epic fantasy. From the fresh, nature‑driven suspense of Untamed, through the gritty historic streets of Deadwood, to the Dutton lineage’s pioneering saga in 1883, and finally the sprawling, throne‑contesting world of Game of Thrones, each title delivers a distinct flavor while resonating with the same core themes of land, power, and family.

Together these picks illustrate the genre’s breadth: Untamed brings a contemporary, mystery‑laden edge to the wilderness; Deadwood stands as a classic, audience‑favorite portrait of a lawless frontier town; 1883 offers the most direct narrative bridge to Yellowstone’s present‑day saga; and Game of Thrones, the ultimate crowd‑pleaser, expands the conflict to a mythic arena. Whether you’re seeking new terrain, nostalgic grit, familial backstory, or grandiose intrigue, this collection promises a satisfying ride for any Yellowstone devotee.

Top Recommendations for Fans of Yellowstone

Why these shows are similar to Yellowstone

Follow the violent world of the Dutton family, who controls the largest contiguous ranch in the United States. Led by their patriarch John Dutton, the family defends their property against constant attack by land developers, an Indian reservation, and America’s first National Park.

These recommendations branch out from Yellowstone with similar tone, themes, genre elements, or audience appeal.

UNTAMED poster, recommended for fans of Yellowstone

UNTAMED

TV • 2025

mystery • drama

Why Watch Next

Untamed offers a fresh, modern mystery set against the stark beauty of a national park, echoing Yellowstone's conflict between human ambition and untamed land, making it a perfect new‑age companion for fans.

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Overview

In the vast expanse of Yosemite National Park, a woman's death draws a federal agent into lawless terrain — where nature obeys no rules but its own.

Deadwood poster, recommended for fans of Yellowstone

Deadwood

TV • 2004

western • crime • drama

Why Watch Next

Deadwood delivers the same raw, law‑less frontier drama that made Yellowstone a hit, but with a historic spin that has become a beloved staple for audiences craving gritty, character‑driven westerns.

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Overview

The story of the early days of Deadwood, South Dakota; woven around actual historic events with most of the main characters based on real people. Deadwood starts as a gold mining camp and gradually turns from a lawless wild-west community into an organized wild-west civilized town. The story focuses on the real-life characters Seth Bullock and Al Swearengen.

1883 poster, recommended for fans of Yellowstone

1883

TV • 2021

drama • western

Why Watch Next

1883 is the direct prequel to Yellowstone, tracing the Dutton family’s trek westward; its epic scope and family drama provide the closest thematic match while satisfying long‑time fans.

Where to Watch

Overview

Follow the Dutton family as they embark on a journey west through the Great Plains toward the last bastion of untamed America. A stark retelling of Western expansion, and an intense study of one family fleeing poverty to seek a better future in America’s promised land — Montana.

Game of Thrones poster, recommended for fans of Yellowstone

Game of Thrones

TV • 2011

sci_fi_fantasy • drama • action_adventure

Why Watch Next

Game of Thrones amplifies the high‑stakes territorial battles of Yellowstone on a mythic scale, offering a universally adored saga of intrigue, betrayal, and sprawling conflict.

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Overview

Seven noble families fight for control of the mythical land of Westeros. Friction between the houses leads to full-scale war. All while a very ancient evil awakens in the farthest north. Amidst the war, a neglected military order of misfits, the Night's Watch, is all that stands between the realms of men and icy horrors beyond.

More shows and movies featuring actors from Yellowstone

Looking for familiar faces? These picks include performers connected to Yellowstone.

Marshals

TV • 2026

Why It’s Relevant

This drama continues the rugged Montana setting and cowboy themes of Yellowstone, letting Kayce Dutton apply his ranch skills to high‑stakes law enforcement.

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