Can you imagine a grizzled, iron-willed cowboy like Kevin Costner’s John Dutton,
donning his sharpest duds to swear in as Montana’s governor? That’s right, fans of the rugged
Yellowstone Dutton Ranch were left with their jaws on the floor as this masterstroke by Taylor Sheridan
shook the very foundations of the show we thought we knew. As the series comes to an end later this year and Costner has already left the show, die-hard fans are chomping at the bit on Reddit, with some accusing the storyline of lazy writing.
Yellowstone Viewers React to John Dutton’s Governor Role
Kevin Costner’s John Dutton has always had the final say in all decisions made on and around the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch; however, he was elected governor in Season 5, Part 1.
Now that he has control over all of Montana’s land, that is all that matters to him. To put it another way, the rugged rancher, known for his tough demeanor & firm commitment to his land, now finds himself in a position of power that may prove to be his downfall.
As a result, many fans oppose him becoming governor. Moreover, following the confirmed news of Costner’s exit from the show, fans are lamenting the unanticipated development in his character’s arc. Many are taking to online forums to voice their frustration, with one fan describing the storyline as “lazy writing” and questioning Taylor Sheridan’s direction in which the show is heading.
