Yellowstoneis coming to an end with season 5, which has been split into two parts, and the premiere of part 2 contains a puzzling continuity error that completely changes one character. The Paramount Network neo-Western dramaTV show created by Taylor Sheridancenters around the Dutton family, the owners of the largest ranch in Montana.InYellowstoneseason 5, part 2, the family is reeling from John Dutton III’s sudden deathand dealing with the possibility of losing the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch.
The Paramount Network releases new episodes ofYellowstoneseason 5, part 2 on Sundays at 8 pm ET.Yellowstone’s series finale is set to premiere on Sunday, December 15.
Sarah Atwood, a Market Equities representative, arrangesJohn’s death inYellowstoneseason 5, part 2. Market Equities is a company seeking to take over the Yellowstone to build various tourist attractions. However, John’s status as the Governor of Montana impedes the company’s pursuits. So, Sarah hires hitmen to kill John, and when the investigation into his death (which was originally classified as a suicide) is reopened, the assassins take out Sarah. It’s safe to say thata lot has happened inYellowstoneseason 5, part 2,which makes it easy for viewers to miss one glaring continuity error.
Yellowstone Season 5, Episode 9 May Have Retconned Lloyd’s Name
The Yellowstone Season 5, Part 2 Premiere Changed Lloyd’s Last Name
As some may know,Forrie J. Smith’sYellowstonecharacterhas been referred to as Lloyd Pierce in the past. Consequently, it was believed that his last name was Pierce.Yellowstoneseason 5, episode 9 suggests otherwise. During the hour, Rip Wheeler picks up a bit order for Lloyd from a loriner, andRip tells the man that the order is under “Lloyd Bridger,” not “Lloyd Pierce.”
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Either Taylor Sheridan decided to retcon Lloyd’s last name intheYellowstoneseason 5, part 2 premiere, or Lloyd is using a fake one for some reason. Since the characters never address the fact that Lloyd seemingly has a new last name in episode 9,one would be inclined to believe that Sheridan knowingly changed the ranch hand’s last name.It’s unclear why Lloyd is now known as “Lloyd Bridger” and not “Lloyd Pierce.” The following three episodes ofYellowstoneseason 5, part 2 don’t touch on the continuity error, meaning viewers are expected to accept Lloyd’s character retcon.
Yellowstone Season 5, Episode 11 Review: The Staggering Ending Completely Changes The Show For The Better
Kayce’s investigation into his father’s death continues in Yellowstone season 5, episode 11, which finally sets the show’s final story in motion.
Yellowstone Creating A Plot Inconsistency With Lloyd’s Name Is Not Uncommon
Unfortunately, the continuity error in theYellowstoneseason 5, part 2 premiere isn’t the first time the show has made a mistake. Over the course of its five seasons, the neo-Western drama has been quite reckless with what has been established as canon and what hasn’t. For example, asColliderpointed out,Lee Dutton is barely mentioned following his death in the series premiere,despite his supposed importance to the story and character arcs. PerhapsYellowstone’s biggest error, though, is that the seasons rarely make sense for when some episodes are supposed to take place.
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Yellowstone follows the Dutton family, led by patriarch John Dutton, as they defend their expansive ranch against external threats from land developers, an Indian reservation, and America’s first national park. Released on July 16, 2025, this series examines the complex dynamics and violent conflicts surrounding the largest contiguous ranch in the United States.
