If we had a dollar for every time someone tried to end a story, only for it to rise from the ashes like a stubborn weed in our backyard, we’d be rich by now. And here we are again, with 1923 season 2, Taylor Sheridan’s epic saga of the Duttons, teetering on the brink of a finale that might not actually be a finale.
Brandon Sklenar, who plays Spencer Dutton, has tossed us a lifeline, promising there’s more Dutton drama on the horizon—whether or not season two takes a bow. While Sheridan might be hinting at a grand finale, Sklenar’s out here playing the ultimate tease, making it clear that the Dutton saga is far from finished.
Brandon Sklenar has always known how 1923 season 2 would conclude?
It’s no secret that 1923 season two has been building toward something big, but what does it all mean for Spencer Dutton? Last month, Brandon Sklenar spilled the beans, revealing that he’s had an insider’s view of the end game for a while. And let us tell you, it’s a whole lot more than just a cliffhanger.
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From the jump, Sklenar had the inside scoop on where this wild ride was headed. He confided (via THR):
They haven’t confirmed if it’s stopping here at season two, but I knew before we left to shoot season one where this was going.
And while the details of that ending remained tightly under wraps, Sklenar confessed that reading the script for the season finale was an emotional rollercoaster in itself:
It was one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever read in my life.
If the season finale leaves you misty-eyed, you can thank Taylor Sheridan’s masterful writing and Sklenar’s magnetic performance.
Of course, Sklenar’s journey isn’t just about the script. His physical transformation for season two was nothing short of Herculean. Spencer Dutton needed to look like someone who had endured the harshest conditions, someone who had spent months on a ship shoveling coal, only to face even harsher trials ahead.
Sklenar didn’t just bulk up—he put in the sweat and blood to pull off his own stunts, bringing a sense of realism to his character that makes Spencer all the more compelling.
Will Spencer and Alex’s story end in hope or heartbreak?
The romance between Spencer and Alex is, hands down, one of the most tempting parts of 1923. Taylor Sheridan is known for making us fall in love with these characters, only to rip our hearts out later. Brandon Spencer’s promises—to find Alex and save the Dutton ranch—are the driving forces behind his journey, and while the physical distance between him and Alex seems insurmountable, their emotional connection remains unshaken.
But here’s where things get sticky: Spencer is a man on a mission, and like any true Dutton, he’s got the kind of determination that would make a bulldog look soft. He won’t rest until those promises are etched in stone. In that same interview, Sklenar emphasized:
I think they are ultimately one and the same: His commitment to the people he loves, and it’s unwavering.
But when it comes to love, things aren’t always black and white. Their path ahead is laden with hurdles, and Taylor Sheridan’s storytelling leaves us with more questions than answers. Is their journey hopeful? Tragic? Both? Sklenar promised it’s “all the things,” and if you know Sheridan’s writing, you know that’s as close as we’re going to get to a spoiler-free answer.
As the second season of 1923 nears its end, one question lingers in the air like the scent of pine after a rainstorm: Will this really be the end of the Dutton saga in this era? Sklenar doesn’t seem to think so.
“This story is going to continue one way or another,” he said with the kind of certainty only a Dutton could muster. While Paramount+ has yet to officially confirm if season two will be the last, it’s clear that Sheridan has laid the groundwork for more Dutton drama, and whether that comes through spin-offs or sequels, there’s still plenty left in the tank.
But what about the bigger Yellowstone universe? As the Dutton family tree stretches across generations, we can’t help but wonder how all the pieces fit together. Sklenar, while tight-lipped about the details, hinted that there’s more to learn about the origins of John Dutton and his family. “We may get an answer to that at some point this season,” he teased.
So, hold onto your hats—1923 season 2 may have a few more surprises up its sleeve.
1923 can be streamed on Paramount+.
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