Yellowstone Villain Neal McDonough Wants to Make a Comeback—Fans Need to Write In!

Neal McDonough excels at portraying ruthless characters, and my top pick from this skillset was displayed in Season 2 of “Yellowstone.” In the series, he played Malcolm Beck, whose actions with his brother were some of the show’s most harrowing scenes. Currently, the actor wishes to reprise his role for an upcoming “Yellowstone” spin-off, and I hope that Taylor Sheridan is paying close attention.

In Yellowstone (available with Peacock subscription), it’s not entirely certain that Malcolm has perished. He appeared to have suffered a fatal wound. Yet, after John fired several shots into him and suggested taking him to the hospital if he revealed Tate’s location, he was left abandoned in a field to presumably die. It’s essential to remember that unless we witness someone’s death directly, it’s risky to assume they are truly gone.

Indeed, it appears Neal McDonough has clarified that his character, Malcolm, is indeed alive, expressing his desire to reprise this role in future projects.

Indeed, Malcolm Beck is alive and well. No eyewitnesses reported his death on the battlefield. It would be a thrill to see him return to the series and stir up trouble with Rip again. Cole Hauser has been a cherished friend of mine, and the prospect of facing off against him on screen is too enticing to resist. Therefore, I’m all for it! Let’s encourage Taylor to consider bringing Malcolm Beck back by sending in messages: ‘Bring Malcolm Beck back!’

As a movie enthusiast, let me express my sentiments: Indeed, I concur! The return of Malcolm is highly anticipated. He was relentlessly formidable against the Dutton family, and I can’t wait to see how he seeks revenge this time around. The family dynamics upon his return are intriguing, especially given John’s demise. It would be captivating to witness the children grapple with him, offering a compelling narrative bridge between ‘Yellowstone’ and one of the upcoming series.

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It appears McDonough might want to join the spinoff of Rip and Beth, a move that seems logical to me. The style of acting by the Beck brothers on Yellowstone may not fit well with CBS, where Kayce’s series is planned. Given McDonough’s character’s propensity for violence, it could be more fitting for him in Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser’s Paramount Network series. In this show, they won’t have to be as concerned about what can and cannot be shown.

I share your belief that it seems more logical for Beck to target John’s daughter and son-in-law, rather than Kayce. They are embarking on a fresh life and joint ranch venture, while Kayce is transitioning into an entirely new career. Given this context, it appears more plausible to me that the antagonists from the Dutton family’s land disputes would reappear in the tentatively named Dutton Ranch, as opposed to the Luke Grimes-led series Y: Marshals.

Moreover, it’s worth noting that McDonough shares a close friendship with Cole Hauser, which is why he has a special attachment to the show starring Rip and Beth. The prospect of witnessing their camaraderie on screen once more is quite exciting, particularly if they get the opportunity to engage in a direct confrontation.

It’s noteworthy that the actor who played Malcolm is also part of Taylor Sheridan’s cinematic universe. Apart from Yellowstone, he’s featured in Tulsa King, a series available for streaming with a Paramount+ subscription. This connection suggests his return to acting could be imminent.

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Actors frequently switch roles across different shows produced by Sheridan. For instance, Sam Elliott has been in 1883 and will be seen in Landman Season 2, while Michelle Randolph played parts in both 1923 and Landman. Additionally, Hugh Dillon moved from Yellowstone to Mayor of Kingstown. Given this trend, it’s quite possible that McDonough might step back into Beck’s shoes for one of these upcoming productions.

It’s not set in stone yet, but since Neal McDonough expresses interest in reprising his role as Malcolm Beck, I can’t help but feel optimistic. Fingers crossed that we get to see Malcolm stirring up trouble among the Duttons once more.

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2025-07-16 23:38