The show, which will extend theDutton family treeeven further, is starting to take shape, with the first lead now confirmed: Michelle Pfeiffer. What’s more, the name has been changed to Madison.
AccordingtoThe Hollywood Reporter, Madison is set to be a “heartfelt study of grief and human connection following a New York City family in the Madison River valley of central Montana.”
Speaking about the news, Chris McCarthy, Paramount Global co-CEO and president & CEO of Showtime and MTV Entertainment Studios, said, “Michelle Pfeiffer is a remarkable talent who imbues every role with emotional depth, authenticity and grace.
“She is the perfect anchor to the newest chapter of the Yellowstone universe, Madison, from the brilliant mind ofTaylor Sheridan.”
This isn’t the first timePfeiffer’s name has been linkedto the franchise. In fact, it’s long been rumored that the Scarface star would be joining the Yellowstone spinoff – but now we have our confirmation.
Related:
As well as leading the cast, Pfeiffer will be executive producing Madison. And if you’re wondering aboutMcConaughey, he’s reportedly still in talks to join the Yellowstone universe in some capacity, although nothing has been confirmed at the time of writing.
There’s plenty of excitement about Pfeiffer’s involvement, with one fanwritingon X/Twitter, “Kelly Reilly, Faith Hill, Helen Mirren, and now MICHELLE PFEIFFER? The life is wholesome.”
Anothersaid, “I saw Batman Returns when I was 8/9 and was immediately so fascinated with Michelle Pfeiffer and I have loved her ever since. I will be SEATED.”
Daisy Phillipson is a Senior TV and Movies Writer on Dexerto’s UK Team. She’s a lover of horror, crime, psychological thrillers. After graduating with a Masters in Magazine Journalism, she’s gone on to write for Digital Spy, LADbible and Little White Lies. You can contact her at daisy.phillipson@dexerto.com
