1883 Season 2 Release Date, Trailer, Cast, Everything We Know

1883 season 2 is an upcoming season of American western period drama series created by Taylor Sheridan. Even though, the series was announced as a limited one, the network has decided to continue the story on fans demand.

This Yellowstone prequel has become so popular since that it become one of the most successful shows ever on Paramount+ network. Not only Yellowstone fans but most of the western action lovers have enjoyed this series.

David Hutkin has produced the series under Bosque Ranch Productions, 101 Studios, MTV Entertainment Studios, and Linson Entertainment while the cinematography at stunning Montana locations is done by Ben Richardson.

Are they making a season 2 of 1883?

Yes, the creator has confirmed that the show would be coming back as 1883: The Bass Reeves Story in 2023. It will be a limited series of six episodes that.

While the first part of the series told us how the Duttons captured the Yellowstone ranch, this part is going to focus on the individual journey of Bass Reeves, the legendary lawman of Mississippi river.

1883 season 2 as Bass Reeves Story on Paramount+

Bass was a federal peace officer and first black deputy US Marshal west of the Mississippi river who captured more than 3,000 of the most wanted criminals without getting hurt. What a man! Grand salute to him.

Technically, 1883 season 2 should be 1923 because it follows the events that took place after about the next generation of Dutton family and sets after 1883 series.

The series has also been renewed for a second season with eight episodes in Feb 2023 as it become the most-watched Paramount+ premiere of all time in the United States gathering 7.4 Million viewers.

Is Elsa alive in season 2 of 1883?

No, Elsa isn’t alive in 1883 season 2 as she died in season 1 finale episode which was titled “This is not your heaven”. She was shot with a poisoned arrow that pierced through her liver.

In that episode, the Dutton family and their friends were chased by a group of outlaws who were seeking revenge against James Dutton.

Isabel May as Elsa Dutton is not alive in 1883 season 2
Credit: Courtesy of Paramount+ © 2023

A furious battle followed in which Elsa was shot by one of the outlaw and she died in the arms of Dutton, her companion on the journey. What do you think that was a good move? Or they should keep her alive?

Taylor has said that the decision to kill off Elsa was taken to depict the dangers and risks that Duttons were facing during the previous times. Moreover, that made the finale heavy with emotions.

Where can I watch season 2 of 1883?

Whenever a new season becomes available, it will be released on Paramount+ like the first season and other installment of Yellowstone franchise.

Moreover, the season 2 of Tulsa King, another hit western series starring Sylvester Stallone will also available for streaming on the Paramount network after its release.

Who will be in the cast of 1883 season 2?

David Oyelowo will be seen in the main role of Bass Reeves, the daring US marshal who grabbed 3000+ criminals from their necks without ever being wounded. Lauren E Banks is starring in the role of his wife Jennie Reeves with Demi Singleton as her daughter Sally Reeves.

Dennis Quaid (On a Wing and a Prayer) will be seen as Sherill Lynn, Deputy US Marshal who was employed in Oklahoma before Bass came into service with Forrest Goodluck as Billy Crow, a young cherokee man.

Barry Pepper is starring as Esau Pierce, the leader of 1st Cherokee Mounted Rifles. Finally, we have Garrett Hedlund as Garrett Montgomery, the wheelman of Bass who is expert in exploring the area.

Characters like James Dutton (Sam Elliott), Margaret, Shayne, John Dutton Sr (Kevin Costner), Elsa, and Marco will be absent as this is a character sketch of only Reeves.

Is there any trailer for the new season of 1883?

Even though, a release date for 1883 season 2 aka Bass Reeves Story has confirmed for 2023, no trailer or teaser has been released by the Paramount. It might be released prior to 3-4 months of releasing the series.

What will be the plot of 1883 season 2?

The series follow the journey of legendary lawman Bass Reeves, one of the first black deputy US marshal in the American West during the late 1800s.

Sets during the same period as 1883, the series shows the adventures of Bass Reeves as he travels through the western frontier accompanied by his aide Garrett enforcing the law and bringing criminals to justice.

We are expecting the 1883 season 2 to have a mix of standalone episodes and overarching storylines. Like, each episode will show a brand new adventure that may or may not be connected with the previous one.

What do you think will happen in 1883 season 2?

James Webber

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