At a Glance
- Paramount+ released first official images of The Madison on January 16
- The six-episode season premieres March 14 and stars Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell
- Series follows a New York City family transplanted to Montana’s Madison River valley
- Why it matters: This marks Pfeiffer’s return to television and expands the Yellowstone universe with a new family drama
Paramount+ has unveiled the first official images from its upcoming family drama The Madison, giving viewers an early glimpse into Taylor Sheridan’s latest expansion of the Yellowstone universe. The series, headlined by Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell, centers on the Clyburn family as they navigate life after relocating from New York City to rural Montana.
First Look at the Clyburn Family
The newly released images showcase the principal cast in character across the sweeping Montana landscape. Pfeiffer appears as Stacy Clyburn, while Russell portrays Preston Clyburn, the family’s patriarch. The visual materials highlight the contrast between their former Manhattan life and their new existence in the Madison River valley.
According to Paramount+, the series represents “a profound love story channeled through a deeply personal family drama about resilience and transformation.” The streaming service describes it as Sheridan’s “most intimate work to date,” unfolding across two distinct settings-the rugged beauty of Montana and the urban energy of Manhattan.
Cast and Creative Team
The ensemble cast extends beyond the two leads to include several notable performers:
- Patrick J. Adams (fresh from Netflix’s Wayward) as Russell McIntosh
- Matthew Fox in his first major television role since Lost as Paul Clyburn
- Beau Garrett (Firefly Lane) as Abigail Reese
- Elle Chapman (A Man Called Otto) as Paige McIntosh
- Amiah Miller (War for the Planet of the Apes) as Bridgett Reese
Additional cast members include Alaina Pollack, Ben Schnetzer, Kevin Zegers, Rebecca Spence, and Danielle Vasinova. The series brings together a mix of established television veterans and rising talent.
Connection to Yellowstone Universe
When initially announced, The Madison was positioned as another chapter in the Yellowstone franchise, which already includes the prequel series 1883 and 1923. Early reports suggested the show would continue the Dutton family saga, introducing new characters while potentially featuring familiar faces from the original series.
The Hollywood Reporter initially indicated the series would take place after the events of the main Yellowstone storyline. However, the current promotional materials focus on the Clyburn family narrative, leaving their specific connection to the Duttons undefined.
Production Details
The six-episode first season represents a significant investment for Paramount+ in prestige content. Each episode will explore themes of grief and human connection while spanning geographic locations from coast to coast. The limited episode count suggests a tightly crafted narrative arc designed to make maximum impact.
Pfeiffer, 67, serves as executive producer alongside her starring role. This project marks her return to television following her work on The First Lady. She also has Margo’s Got Money Troubles scheduled for Apple TV+ on April 15, where she holds executive producer duties as well.
Russell, 74, also takes on executive producer responsibilities for the series. The actor has Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 arriving on Apple TV+ February 27.
Creative Vision
Sheridan, 55, created the series as part of his expansive deal with Paramount+. The show joins his growing slate of originals including Mayor of Kingstown, Tulsa King, Lioness, Landman, and the upcoming CBS drama Marshals. This prolific output has established Sheridan as one of television’s most prolific creators of prestige drama.
Chris McCarthy, co-CEO of Paramount Global and President/CEO of Showtime & MTV Entertainment Studios, praised Pfeiffer’s involvement when her casting was announced in August 2024. He stated, “Michelle Pfeiffer is a remarkable talent who imbues every role with emotional depth, authenticity and grace.”
The executive production team includes David C. Glasser, John Linson, Art Linson, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, Bob Yari, Christina Voros, and Michael Friedman Keith Cox alongside Sheridan and the lead actors.
Release Information
The Madison season 1 will premiere exclusively on Paramount+ beginning Saturday, March 14. The streaming release strategy positions the series as premium content worthy of appointment viewing, with all six episodes likely available simultaneously for binge viewing.
The March premiere date places the series in a competitive spring television landscape, where it will vie for attention alongside both streaming originals and traditional network programming. The Saturday release represents a strategic choice that allows viewers to discover the series during weekend viewing sessions.
This latest Sheridan production continues Paramount+’s strategy of building prestige original content around established stars and proven creative talent, following the success of the Yellowstone franchise and other Sheridan properties on the platform.
