The Madison: Cast, Story & Everything We Know About The Yellowstone Spinoff

Taylor Sheridan’s TV empire is broadening with the announcement of The Madison, an upcoming Western series that is envisioned as a spinoff of Yellowstone. Often confused with the long-gestating Yellowstone sequel series that is still in the works, The Madison will follow the Clyburn family as they relocate to Montana following the death of their patriarch. Many details surrounding the show remain foggy, but A-lister Michelle Pfeiffer is confirmed to lead the new series..

The current state of the Yellowstone universe is murky, and even as the original series prepares to ride off into the sunset in late 2024, the Western franchise is growing. Pre-existing spinoffs like 1888 and 1923 (which is starting a second season) proved that interest was high even outside the original show, and that has spurred a rush to green-light as many projects as possible. Though updates are flowing concerning The Madison, a lot is still unknown.

The Madison Latest News

New Cast Members Join The Yellowstone Spinoff

With production already underway on the series, the latest news confirms that new cast members have joined The Madison. Helping to flesh out the growing ensemble, Kevin Zegers, Rebecca Spence, Alaina Pollack, and Danielle Vasinova have been cast in major roles.

While all the details aren’t known, Zegers is set to appear as Cade, Stacy’s (Michelle Pfeiffer) neighbor who is the former caretaker of her new home. Rebecca Spence plays Liliana Weeks, one of Stacy’s friends from New York City, while Pollack is Abigail’s (Beau Garrett) daughter, Macy. Finally, Danielle Vasinova will play Kestrel, a Montana rancher with indigenous heritage.

The newcomers include:

Kevin Zegers (Air Bud) as Cade
Rebecca Spence (Princess Cyd) as Liliana Weeks
Alaina Pollack (On Call) as Macy
Danielle Vasinova (1923) as Kestrel

Vasinova previously appeared in the Yellowstone universe as Ata Waipa in 1923.

The Madison Is Confirmed

The Series Was Announced In August 2024

New Taylor Sheridan shows pop up quite frequently, but the announcement of The Madison in August 2024 helped clear up some confusion about the TV creator’s expanding resume. Amid story details and potential casting clues, it has also been revealed that Sheridan’s latest opus is separate from the Yellowstone sequel that is also in the works. Though there was some initial confusion, it has now been confirmed that The Madison is a spinoff of Yellowstone. Filming began around October 2024, but a timeline is not yet known.

The Madison is slated for a 2025 release.

The Madison Cast Details

Michelle Pfeiffer Will Star

Though the full scope of The Madison‘s cast remains unclear, the spinoff has landed its lead. Michell Pfeiffer was being circled for the starring role, and she has now officially joined the series. Pfeiffer will play the role of Stacy Clyburn, but it’s unclear how her casting will affect other potential stars.

Since 2023, Matthew McConaughey was rumored to be making an appearance in the Yellowstone franchise, but it has since been reported that McConaughey is likely out. Meanwhile, Kurt Russell was being courted to fill a lead role, but his status is uncertain after Pfeiffer’s casting.

Despite this confusion, additional cast members have been added to the ensemble, including Suits star Patrick J. Adams as investment banker Russell McInthosh. Elle Chapman will play Russell’s wife, Paige McInthosh, while Beau Garrett is single mom Abigail Reese. Amiah Miller was cast as Abigail’s oldest daughter, Bridgette. Lost alum Matthew Fox will appear as Paul, an outdoorsy and self-reliant man. Ben Schnetzer will appear as Van, a kind rancher who is neighbors with Stacy.

More names joined the cast in December 2024, with Kevin Zegers (Air Bud) tapped to play the role of Cade, Stacy’s neighbor who used to be the caretaker of her new Montana home. Rebecca Spence (Princess Cyd) will appear as Liliana Weeks, a friend of Stacy’s from New York City. Alaina Pollack (On Call) has been cast as Macy, Abigail’s young daughter. Finally, 1923 alum Danielle Vasinova will play a rancher named Kestrel who is of indigenous descent.

The confirmed cast includes:

The Madison Story Details

A New Family Moves To Montana

Though the synopsis doesn’t introduce a conflict, it isn’t hard to see how the family could quickly get involved in trouble

Despite being largely shrouded in mystery, major details about the plot of The Madison have been revealed. The series will follow the Clyburn family as they relocate to Montana following the tragic death of their patriarch in a plane accident. Though the synopsis doesn’t introduce a conflict, it isn’t hard to see how the family could quickly get involved in trouble. Since the show is a spinoff of Yellowstone, the Clyburns could run into many of the same problems that plagued the Dutton family, or they could even run afoul of the Duttons themselves.