If you’ve been keeping up with the Yellowstone universe, you already know that the Dutton family saga keeps getting juicier. From Yellowstone to 1883, then 1923, and now the upcoming 1944 prequel, fans are hooked like a cowboy at a rodeo.
But here’s the million-dollar question:
Should Spencer and Alex Dutton make a comeback in Yellowstone: 1944?
Let’s dive into the drama, the potential, and the fandom frenzy.
🧬 Who Are Spencer and Alex Dutton Again?
For the uninitiated (or those who need a refresher), Spencer Dutton is the rugged, PTSD-scarred war hero from the 1923 series. Alex (Alexandra), his fiery British love interest, adds both elegance and chaos to Spencer’s world.
Their love story was a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers masterpiece that gave us romance, adventure, and raw emotion. Seriously, you could bottle their chemistry and sell it at a premium.
🕰️ Let’s Talk Timelines: Would It Even Work?
Before we dream of a glorious reunion, let’s crunch the numbers.
If 1923 places Spencer in his 20s or early 30s, then by 1944, he’d be in his late 40s to early 50s. Totally plausible. And since “Yellowstone” loves its strong, aging cowboys (hi, John Dutton), Spencer fits the mold.
Alex, being around the same age, could easily be written in as a dignified, worldly matriarch. The timelines match—now it’s just a matter of story.
🎥 Why Spencer and Alex Deserve a Comeback
💔 Unfinished Business
Their story in 1923 didn’t get a real resolution. We saw sparks fly, but we never got to see what kind of life they built. Did they return to Montana? Did Spencer ever reconnect with his family? We NEED answers.
🧲 Their Chemistry Was Off the Charts
Let’s be real—Spencer and Alex had one of the most electric on-screen romances in the Yellowstone universe. Bringing them back would inject that same magnetism into the new series.
🧓 Bridging the Generational Gap
By 1944, the Dutton family tree is growing roots. Having Spencer and Alex as anchors in the story could link past and future generations. That’s some narrative gold right there.
🚫 The Argument Against Bringing Them Back
Okay, let’s play devil’s advocate.
📚 Too Much Baggage?
Their story was pretty epic in 1923. Some fans worry that adding more might water down what was already a powerful arc.
🎯 The Focus Could Shift
If Spencer and Alex return, they’ll steal the spotlight. Is that fair to the new characters that 1944 will introduce?
🧠 The Sheridan Strategy: What Would Taylor Do?
Taylor Sheridan isn’t known for recycling. His writing thrives on evolution and emotional arcs. But he’s also not afraid to resurrect characters for the sake of continuity and fan service.
Could we see Spencer and Alex again? Maybe not as leads, but as mentors, family heads, or even in flashbacks? Totally possible.
🔥 What Fans Are Saying Online
Scroll through Reddit or X (formerly Twitter), and it’s clear: the fandom is torn.
Some want them back, front and center. Others want to leave them in 1923, where their story burned brightest.
But one thing’s for sure—everyone is still talking about them.
🧩 How They Could Fit Into Yellowstone: 1944
Here’s a few narrative angles that would work like a charm:
1. Patriarch and Matriarch of the Ranch
Spencer could be the Dutton family leader by 1944. Picture him weathered, wiser, and still madly in love with Alex.
2. Passing the Torch
Maybe Spencer mentors the new generation—his kids, perhaps? That adds depth to the storyline and emotional continuity.
3. War and the Homefront
1944 is smack in the middle of WWII. What if their children are at war? What if they’re navigating loss, sacrifice, and legacy? Boom—drama unlocked.
🎬 Potential Casting Options (If Recast)
If Sheridan decides to show an older Spencer and Alex, will Brandon Sklenar and Julia Schlaepfer return?
If not, imagine actors like:
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Josh Brolin as older Spencer
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Rachel Weisz or Kate Winslet as seasoned Alex
Just imagine that screen magic.
