Yellowstone is 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 drama TV show

created by Taylor Sheridan centers around the Dutton family, the owners of the largest ranch in

Montana. In Yellowstone season 5, part 2, the family is reeling from John Dutton III’s sudden death and dealing with the possibility of losing the Yellowstone Dutton Ranch.

Sarah Atwood, a Market Equities representative, arranges John’s death in Yellowstone season 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 that a lot has happened in Yellowstone season 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’s Yellowstone character has been referred to as Lloyd Pierce in the past. Consequently, it was believed that his last name was Pierce. Yellowstone season 5, episode 9 suggests otherwise. During the hour, Rip Wheeler picks up a bit order for Lloyd from a loriner, and Rip tells the man that the order is under “Lloyd Bridger,” not “Lloyd Pierce.”