The Yellowstone prequel 1923 is heating up, and Season 2, Episode 4 is shaping up to be its most intense yet. With new preview images teasing the return of Donald Whitfield, fans should brace for some unsettling moments.
After missing Episode 3, Timothy Dalton’s chilling villain is back, smiling in one of the released photos. But is that smile about his business ambitions or something far more sinister?
Recap of 1923 Season 2, Episode 3
Before we dive into Episode 4, here’s a quick rundown of what happened last week:
- Jacob Dutton and his crew survived the brutal blizzard from Episode 2.
- Cara Dutton fought off a wolf, showing once again why she’s such a force.
- Elizabeth struggled with rabies panic, leading to a dramatic scene where Cara literally slaps some sense into her.
- Alexandra faced immigration struggles at Ellis Island but outsmarted officials to gain entry.
- Spencer’s journey took a deadly turn as his companion Luca was killed in a failed bootlegging run.
- The episode ended on a cliffhanger at Grand Central Station, where Alexandra met a mysterious man in a bowler hat.
With all of this in play, Episode 4 promises major developments.
What to Expect in Episode 4: “Journey the Rivers of Iron”
The title “Journey the Rivers of Iron” doesn’t give away much, but based on new footage and IMDB leaks, here’s what we know:
1. Spencer’s Journey Continues
Spencer will finally make progress toward Montana, traveling by car and train. However, a tense encounter with a man and a child aboard the freight train is expected. Could this be the episode’s major conflict or another lead-up to Episode 5?
Also, Spencer has a run-in with the sheriff in Fort Worth, hinting at more legal trouble before he even gets to the ranch.
2. Donald Whitfield’s Plan Moves Forward
Whitfield’s business venture—which likely involves building a ski lodge near the Dutton Ranch—is gaining traction. His smug expression in the preview photos suggests that things are going his way… for now.
But what about the two women he kidnapped? They haven’t been mentioned in three weeks, and fans are bracing for a disturbing update.
3. Teonna Rainwater’s New Path
Teonna and her group seem to be embracing cowboy life, just as Marshall Kent predicted. But her story has been filled with trauma, so it’s likely something dark is ahead—whether in this episode or soon after.
4. A Brutal Medical Scene Incoming?
The Dutton family doctor hinted at a gruesome skull surgery for Zane at the end of Episode 3. Knowing Taylor Sheridan’s style, this could be one of the most painful moments yet—think back to Josef’s campfire leg amputation in 1883.