Kevin Costner announced on Instagram that he will not return for another season of “Yellowstone.” He expressed gratitude for the time he spent on the show but cited his commitments to the film “Horizon” as a key reason for his departure. Costner noted that despite his love for “Yellowstone,” he realized he couldn’t continue with the series due to conflicting obligations and time constraints.

In his post, Costner reflected on the impact “Yellowstone” had on him and its audience. He acknowledged the strong connection he built with the show’s fans and expressed his appreciation for their support. However, he confirmed that he would not be part of Season 5 or any future seasons and hinted at his future projects by saying, “I’ll see you at the movies.”

Costner, who played John Dutton III for five seasons, mentioned his disappointment with how rumors about his exit were handled by the show’s production. He shared his affection for the show and its cast but also highlighted a 14-month hiatus that impacted his ability to take on other projects. This unexpected break contributed to his decision to leave the series.

He expressed frustration over the lack of support from the production team, noting that no one defended his contributions publicly amidst the swirling rumors. Costner emphasized that he left his work on “Horizon” to accommodate “Yellowstone” filming schedules, only to find the scripts for the second half of the season were not ready, complicating his professional commitments further.

In his final comments, Costner addressed the misinformation about his availability, clarifying that he offered to work for a limited time to wrap up his character’s storyline, but this was misrepresented. He felt that his willingness to help was twisted into a narrative that he was uncooperative, further cementing his decision to leave “Yellowstone” and focus on his other projects.