The ‘Yellowstone’ prequel ‘1923’ is coming to cable for the first time. How to watch

The “Yellowstone” prequel “1923” is branching out into new territory.

Starting this December, new and existing “1923” viewers will have a another way to watch the series when it hits cable for the first time.

Up until now, the prequel has aired exclusively on Paramount+. The show premiered in December 2022 and aired through February 2023.

Whether you’re already a fan or are hoping to dive into the “Yellowstone” universe, here’s everything you need to know to watch “1923” on cable.

When does ‘1923’ premiere on Paramount?

Harrison Ford as Jacob and Helen Mirren as Cara Dutton in "1923."
Harrison Ford as Jacob Dutton and Helen Mirren as Cara Dutton in “1923.”Emerson Miller / Paramount+

“1923” will have its network premiere on Dec. 8 at 9 p.m. ET/PT and 8 p.m. CT on the Paramount Network. 

The show will debut right after a new episode of “Yellowstone” Season 5, which airs at 8 p.m. ET/PT and 7 p.m. CT.

The rest of the season will unfold at the same time slot.

What is ‘1923’ about?

Julia Schlaepfer as Alexandra and Brandon Sklenar as Spencer in "1923."
Julia Schlaepfer as Alexandra and Brandon Sklenar as Spencer in “1923.”Emerson Miller / Paramount+

“1923” is a “Yellowstone” origin story. It first premiered in December 2022 on CBS’s Paramount+ streaming service. The Paramount Network also aired the first episode immediately following an episode of “Yellowstone.”

The prequel is set nearly a century before “Yellowstone” and stars Helen Mirren and Harrison Ford as Cara and Jacob Dutton, ancestors of the Dutton family that viewers see in “Yellowstone.”

Per a press release, “1923” highlights “the early 20th century when pandemics, historic drought, the end of Prohibition and the Great Depression all plague the mountain west, and the Duttons who call it home.”

The series was created by “Yellowstone” creator Taylor Sheridan.

When will Season 2 of ‘1923’ premiere?

In February 2023, “1923” was renewed for a second season, per Variety. According to a People exclusive, Jacob and Cara Dutton will encounter “a cruel winter” along with “new challenges and unfinished business” in Season 2.

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