Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell Star in Taylor Sheridan's New Series 'The Madison'

The Yellowstone creator's latest project explores love, loss, and resilience on a remote Montana river.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell are set to star in the new Paramount+ series The Madison, created by Yellowstone's Taylor Sheridan. The show follows the wealthy Clyburn family as they gather at their remote Montana river retreat to deal with a tragic loss. Pfeiffer plays the family matriarch Stacy, while Russell portrays her husband Preston, who owns the rustic property along the Madison River. The series explores how the privileged New York City family grapples with grief and finds solace in the natural world.

Why it matters

The Madison marks a departure for Sheridan, known for his male-centric stories, as the series is told primarily from a female perspective. It also reunites Pfeiffer and Russell, who previously co-starred in the 1988 thriller Tequila Sunrise, adding an extra layer of depth to their on-screen dynamic as a long-married couple. The show's inspiration from classics like A River Runs Through It promises a thoughtful exploration of love, loss, and the healing power of nature.

The details

The Madison follows the wealthy Clyburn family as they gather at their remote Montana river retreat after a tragic loss. Pfeiffer stars as Stacy Clyburn, the family matriarch who struggles to hold her privileged New York City clan together as they confront their grief in the isolated wilderness. Russell plays her husband Preston, who owns the rustic property along the Madison River. The series examines how the Clyburns, unaccustomed to hardship, adapt to their new surroundings and find solace in the natural world.

  • The Madison is set to debut on Paramount+ on March 14, 2026.
  • Filming for the show's second season has already been completed.

The players

Michelle Pfeiffer

An acclaimed actress known for films like Dangerous Liaisons, The Fabulous Baker Boys, and Batman Returns, Pfeiffer stars as Stacy Clyburn, the matriarch of the wealthy Clyburn family.

Kurt Russell

A veteran actor whose credits include Tequila Sunrise, Tombstone, and The Hateful Eight, Russell plays Preston Clyburn, the patriarch who owns the family's remote Montana river retreat.

Taylor Sheridan

The creator of the hit series Yellowstone, Sheridan conceived The Madison and serves as an executive producer on the show.

Christina Alexandra Voros

A veteran of Sheridan's previous shows, Voros is the director, cinematographer, and executive producer for all episodes of The Madison's first and second seasons.

Helen Mirren

Pfeiffer's friend and co-star on the Yellowstone prequel 1923, who encouraged Pfeiffer to take on the role in The Madison.

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What they’re saying

“I am a city mouse for sure, so I was really surprised by the visceral reaction that I had, and how moved I was.”

— Michelle Pfeiffer, Actress (Town & Country)

“It's a woman's journey. All his shows are from the male gaze. No matter what they're about, they're in that vein. This one's not. This is his approach to the female gaze. We see everything from that point of view. I found that really interesting to be a part of.”

— Kurt Russell, Actor (Town & Country)

“Everybody in the show is terrific, but she's really great. This is a tough haul and she's grabbed it—and she holds on.”

— Kurt Russell, Actor (Town & Country)

What’s next

The second season of The Madison has already been filmed and is expected to premiere on Paramount+ later in 2026.

The takeaway

The Madison represents a new creative direction for Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan, exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience through the lens of a privileged New York family forced to confront their grief in the isolated beauty of Montana's Madison River valley. The reunion of acclaimed actors Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell adds an extra layer of depth to the series, which promises to offer a thoughtful, female-centric perspective on Sheridan's signature storytelling style.