Series synopsis
1883 is an American drama western television series that premiered on Paramount+ on December 19, 2021. It ended on February 27, 2022. It was created by Taylor Sheridan. It stars Sam Elliott, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill and Isabel May.
Follow the Dutton family as they embark on a journey west through the Great Plains toward the last bastion of untamed America. A stark retelling of Western expansion, and an intense study of one family fleeing poverty to seek a better future in America’s promised land — Montana.
Premise
Follow the Dutton family as they embark on a journey west through the Great Plains toward the last bastion of untamed America. A stark retelling of Western expansion, and an intense study of one family fleeing poverty to seek a better future in America’s promised land — Montana.
Premise: The road west was paved with blood.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Sam Elliott as Shea Brennan
- Tim McGraw as James Dutton
- Faith Hill as Margaret Dutton
- Isabel May as Elsa Dutton
- LaMonica Garrett as Thomas
- Marc Rissmann as Josef
- Audie Rick as John Dutton
- James Landry Hébert as Wade
Guest cast
- Dan Pfau as Calvin
- Dean Gosdin as Dealer
- Melissa Ladd as Shea's Wife
- Natalie Dickinson as Shea's Daughter
- Kamen Casey as Bellman
- Jaxon Noble Pickens as Boy
- Ryon Marshall as Carriage Driver
- Chris Warner as Livery Manager
- Mackinlee Waddell as Young Woman
- Sammy DeSilva as Livery Worker
- Vance Boyd as Stockyard Manager
- Heath Hensley as Drunk Man
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 11 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | January 2, 2022 | January 2, 2022 |
| Season 1 | 10 | December 19, 2021 | February 27, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
1883: The Road West A behind-the-scenes look at the making of 1883. |
January 2, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
1883 The Dutton family embarks on a journey west through the last bastion of untamed America. James arrives in Texas, where he and his family prepare to make their way through The Great Plains in search of a new home and the promise of opportunity. |
December 19, 2021 |
| 2 |
Behind Us, A Cliff Thomas and Shea recruit James and some local cowboys to corral a herd of cattle. As they begin their journey, the caravan is confronted with some of the many dangers they will face along the way. |
December 19, 2021 |
| 3 |
River James butts heads with Shea and Thomas about an important decision. Tensions rise in camp when an accusation is made. Elsa begins a flirtation with a cowboy. |
December 26, 2021 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Paramount+ |
|---|---|
| First aired | December 19, 2021 |
| Last aired | February 27, 2022 |
| Status | ended |
| Schedule | Sunday |