Kurt Russell Reportedly Targeted For 'Yellowstone' Series: DETAILS

Will Kurt Russell join the "Yellowstone" universe?

It sounds like it's very possible. The legendary neo-Western series from Taylor Sheridan will end with season five, which is scheduled to return in November.

While the original series is ending with the current season, a spinoff has been in the works for a long time. Multiple major cast members are expected to appear in it, but nobody has been locked down to lead it.

There had been a lot of reports that Matthew McConaughey would lead the way, but that hasn't been locked down just yet.

Now, it sounds like the people in charge might pivot to another legendary actor.

Kurt Russell reportedly targeted for "Yellowstone" spinoff.

Jeff Sneider reported (via JoBlo) the famous "Miracle" actor "is circling a role in the project." Nothing is official yet, but bringing in Russell would be an awesome addition to the "Yellowstone" universe.

He could be the perfect man to be the face of the spinoff series. Not only is Kurt Russell an awesome actor, but he has a proven track record in the genre.

We're talking about the man who starred in "Tombstone" and "The Hateful Eight."

More than anything, Sheridan needs a big star to be the face of the spinoff. While original cast members will be great, a legit A-list star is necessary to fill the same shoes Kevin Costner did before all his fallout with the show.

Matthew McConaughey would be amazing. The same is true for Kurt Russell. Either one could easily elevate the spinoff.

Kurt Russell reportedly eyed for "Yellowstone" spinoff. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for TCM)

My guess is there's going to have to be some final decisions made sooner than later. With "Yellowstone" ending with the rest of season five, production will likely start on the spinoff later this year. That means a star actor has to be locked in relatively soon. Do you want Russell, McConaughey or someone else? Let me know at David.Hookstead@outkick.com.