Cast of 1883

The main cast of 1883 are Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, Isabel May, Audie Rick, Sam Elliott, LaMonica Garrett, Dawn Olivieri, Emma Malouff, Marc Rissmann, Eric Nelsen, Gratiela Brancusi, and Billy Bob Thornton.

1883 is a ten-episode miniseries created by Taylor Sheridan, available on Paramount+. It narrates the epic journey of Yellowstone's John Dutton's great-great-grandparents as they migrate west to Montana, facing challenges such as bandits, harsh elements, and confrontations with tribes who view them as a threat.

The story is primarily seen through the perspective of Elsa Dutton, portrayed by Isabel May. The series expands the narrative of the Dutton family and offers a compelling prequel to the hit show Yellowstone. Here are the talented actors who bring the characters to life in this compelling historical drama:

Tim McGraw as James Dillard Dutton

In Yellowstone's season 4 flashback, James Dillard Dutton is portrayed as the man whose dream sets everything in motion. 1883 follows JD's early journey as a homesteader, embarking on his quest to establish himself out West. Although he initially considers Washington State due to its appealing climate, fate eventually leads him to settle at the iconic Yellowstone ranch in Montana.

Tim McGraw, renowned for his successful country music career, has also earned praise for his acting roles in Friday Night Lights and Country Strong.

Faith Hill as Margaret Dutton

Margaret Dutton, recognizable from Yellowstone, is the strong and remarkable matriarch of the show. Unlike the typical 1880s wife, she is independent, tough, and prefers riding her own horse over being confined to the family wagon. In real life, Faith Hill, a renowned country singer, showcases impressive acting skills and has appeared in The Stepford Wives and Dixieland. Faith and Tim McGraw, who also stars in Yellowstone, are happily married in real life.

Isabel May as Elsa Dutton

The eldest child of James and Margaret, a dreamer by nature, becomes an essential part of the leadership during the journey West, offering valuable insight into the pioneer experience from a young woman's perspective. Isabel May, known for her roles in Alexa & Katie and Young Sheldon, takes on this significant role in 1883 at the age of 21. Additionally, she has a new romantic comedy project on the horizon.

Audie Rick as John Dutton Sr.

At the age of five, John Dutton embarked on a perilous journey with his family from Texas to Oregon. Overcoming various challenges, he later assumed the leadership of the Yellowstone/Dutton Ranch in Montana alongside his uncle Jacob, portrayed by Harrison Ford, in the series 1923. John Dutton III, played by Kevin Costner, is his great-grandson. Audie Rick made his professional acting debut in 1883 and has since been featured in the Prime Video series Citadel.

Sam Elliott as Shea Brennan

Shea Brennan, a Civil War veteran now working for the Pinkerton Detective Agency, leads settlers westward and carries the burden of losing his wife and child to smallpox years ago, resulting in a generally grumpy demeanor towards most people.

Sam Elliott, a renowned actor and Oscar nominee, has appeared in films like Tombstone, The Big Lebowski, Hulk, and We Were Soldiers. He is also known as the official voice of Smokey Bear for over a decade and is honored as a member of the International Mustache Hall of Fame. His role in 1883 earned him a Screen Actors Guild Award.

LaMonica Garrett as Thomas

During the Civil War, Thomas served as a sergeant in the Buffalo Soldiers regiment and befriended Shea Brennan, though their exact connection remains unknown. Now Brennan's closest companion, Thomas, a Pinkerton Agent, has saved him from despair multiple times after the loss of his family. Together, they lead a caravan along the Oregon Trail, with Thomas being the voice of reason and a calming presence in challenging situations.

LaMonica Garrett, known for portraying Mike Ritter on Designated Survivor, Deputy Sheriff Cane on Sons of Anarchy, and The Monitor in various DC Comics series, including Arrow and The Flash, expressed excitement about his iconic role in 1883, describing it as groundbreaking for Westerns and television.

Dawn Olivieri as Claire Dutton

Claire, James Dutton's sister and a widow, travels west with them, accompanied by her daughter Mary Abel. Having lost six of her children, she carries a cold and judgmental demeanor. Claire resents the move as she prefers city life but lacks the means to stay.

Dawn Oliveri, recognized for her roles in House of Lies and Heroes, impressed Taylor Sheridan with her performance in 1883, leading him to cast her as Sarah Atwood in the fifth season of Yellowstone, despite it being an unrelated character.

Emma Malouff as Mary Abel Dutton

Mary Abel, Claire's only surviving child, mirrors her mother's judgmental and condescending attitude. Claire is fiercely protective of her and desires for her to grow up in the safety of the city. However, their fortunes take an unexpected turn even before they depart from Texas.

Emma Malouff, a trained ballerina, boasts an acting career that includes roles in various national commercials, and she portrayed Allison Tripp on the FX series American Crime Story.

Marc Rissmann as Josef

Josef, a German settler, hires Shea Brennan and Thomas to escort his group to Oregon. As recent immigrants, they are unaware of the dangers on the journey, and Josef, being one of the few English speakers, becomes their leader along with Brennan to ensure their safety.

Marc Rissmann, a talented German actor, has seamlessly transitioned into American productions, featuring in popular shows like Game of Thrones, Overlord, and The Man in the High Castle.

Eric Nelsen as Ennis

Ennis is among the cowboys enlisted by Brennan to assist in rounding up wild cattle. With a ruthless and witty demeanor, he starts a flirtation with Elsa and eventually joins the journey heading West.

Eric Nelson, recognized for his roles as Fred in Nightmare Cinema and Howie in A Walk Among the Tombstones, is part of the cast bringing Ennis to life in 1883.

Gratiela Brancusi as Noemi

Noemi, her husband, and their two children are part of Capt. Brennan's group of settlers heading to Oregon. Tragically, bandits kill her husband early in the journey, leaving her to fend for herself. In desperation, she offers herself as a wife to Brennan, who declines due to still mourning his late wife. Later, Noemi develops a closer bond with Thomas, who has taken an interest in her.

Gratiela Brancusi, a Romanian stage actress, made her American acting debut in 1883. Her impressive performance caught the attention of Taylor Sheridan, leading him to cast her in a role for the second season of his Paramount+ series, Mayor of Kingstown.

Billy Bob Thornton as Jim Courtright

In 1883, the real-life marshal of Fort Worth, Texas in the late 1800s, Jim Courtright, teamed up with Shea Brennan and James Dutton to seek justice against a group of bandits that attacked their caravan.

Billy Bob Thornton, an Oscar-winning actor and screenwriter, is renowned for his roles in films like Sling Blade, Armageddon, The Alamo, and Friday Night Lights. He is set to appear in Taylor Sheridan's upcoming series, Land Man.