Yellowstone: 5 Reasons Wes Bentley’s Jamie Dutton Deserves To Die

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Well now, partner, I reckon it’s high time we talk ’bout Jamie Dutton and his place in the grand scheme of things on Yellowstone. As a man who’s spent more than a few seasons wranglin’ cattle and dealin’ with folks who think they’re tougher’n a rattlesnake, I can tell you that ol’ Jamie’s got me stumped.

At some point, everyone must face their end, and it seems Jamie Dutton’s (Wes Bentley) time is almost up on the hit show “Yellowstone.” Although he isn’t inherently more wicked than any of his half-siblings in the Dutton clan, Jamie stands out due to his frequent schemes against his stepfather and siblings. He has acted ruthlessly in pursuit of wealth, recognition, and self-worth separate from the family name.

1. Despite being commendable that he strives to be recognized for his individual talents rather than as a member of the Dutton family, it’s come at a cost – making him a prime target for retaliation from most of his siblings. The Duttons aren’t forgiving when crossed, and Jamie has survived more enemies than many who have sought revenge against John Dutton (Kevin Costner) and his kin. However, here’s why he might meet his end in Season 5.

5. It could officially kick off Beth Dutton’s villain arc

1. The primary reason why Beth Dutton (played by Kelly Reilly) and Jamie have an intense enmity: When Beth was a teenager, Jamie took her to an abortion clinic without her consent, arranging for a sterilization procedure that left her unable to conceive. Since then, Beth has held Jamie accountable for this action, leading to numerous heated arguments between them. It’s important to note that both characters were scared teenagers at the time, but their past seems to have eluded them in their ongoing disputes. Their physical altercations have so far resulted in Beth emerging victorious each time.

As a dedicated gamer, I must admit that Beth’s character has been grating to many fans, but it seems like she’s about to take things to a whole new level. It’s high time she unleashed total destruction, and what better way to start than by capitalizing on Jamie’s demise? With her arch-nemesis out of the picture, who knows if her thirst for power would ever be satiated? This could set up an intriguing confrontation between the show’s moral gray area – Kayce (Luke Grimes) and his family – and Beth. They have always strived to help the innocent and are keenly aware of the Dutton family’s promise to return their ranch’s land to the Broken Rock tribe after seven generations. This final act could be a compelling reason for viewers to tune in, and it might just provide the necessary boost for the last season of the series.

4. The Duttons have killed others for smaller transgressions

1. Jamie’s continued presence within the family appears to depend on a single factor: he is a Dutton by birth, and they prioritize their kin, even when they’ve been wronged. It’s worth noting that the Duttons have eliminated individuals for much less severe offenses than those committed by Jamie — their reluctance to eliminate him before he poses a danger to John suggests a lack of wisdom and strength collectively. This is the same family who escort ranch hands to the train station if they choose to leave the Dutton lands, after all.

1. Regarding blood matters, they are united as one family, a fact that Jamie understands and has demonstrated. However, he is also the person who persistently blames Beth for their mother’s death in a horse-riding accident. When he learns that he was adopted, a secret John has hidden from him all this time, Jamie forms a bond with his biological father and manages to distance himself emotionally from the family enough to focus on his own wellbeing. The murder of Garrett Randall (Will Patton) further propels him into an alliance (both personally and professionally) with Sarah Atwood, a lawyer from Market Equities who aims to develop the Dutton’s untouched land. Given that numerous cowboys have met their end for leaving the ranch, it seems logical that Jamie’s demise would follow suit, regardless of his blood ties.

3. It would deepen John’s character

As a dedicated fan, I can’t help but be intrigued by the upcoming twists in “Yellowstone” Season 5, given that John Dutton, played by Kevin Costner, will no longer be a present character. Although he won’t physically appear in real-time scenes, there are still creative ways for him to influence the storyline. The possibilities include flashbacks featuring a younger actor portraying John, one-sided conversations where other characters interact with John’s memory or archival footage showcasing past events. Ultimately, the resolution of John’s character arc is crucial because it sets the stage for the series’ conclusion and significantly impacts Jamie’s fate.

As a gamer, I can rephrase this as follows: When Jamie meets his end, I, John, will be faced with the harsh reality of my past mistreatment towards my stepson and the neglect I’ve shown him throughout the years. This revelation would be challenging to portray without Kevin Costner present, but it’s essential for giving John a satisfying conclusion to his storyline. On the other hand, Jamie has harbored a deep desire to take down John, as Wes Bentley has disclosed. However, it seems more fitting for Jamie to perish instead. This would put an end to Jamie’s relentless efforts to gain John’s approval and ultimately free him from his self-destructive path.

2. It would be a proper end to his character arc

As a devoted fan, it seems Jamie Dutton was destined to bear the weight of his family name. Here’s a man who takes a bullet for keeping family secrets, only for Sarah Nguyen (Michaela Conlin) to be gunned down because she got too close to uncovering the ‘train station.’ Despite his best efforts, he can’t seem to earn respect within the family. Beth is relentless in her pursuit of thwarting his happiness, even going as far as vowing to take away his son. John, on the other hand, has been anything but encouraging; he purposefully runs against Jamie for the governor’s seat and wins when Jamie tries to step into politics. When they become political adversaries, it feels like Jamie’s fate is sealed.

After decades of enduring hardships and hatching plots, Jamie’s demise would mark the most satisfying conclusion for his complex character journey. It would represent the culmination of his once submissive demeanor transforming into a menacing antagonist, threatening the Dutton family legacy. Unintentionally, this act could elevate him to hero status in the public eye and potentially bring about the collapse of the entire Dutton clan.

1. It would end the Duttons’ united front forever

Jamie’s demise may trigger a turning point for the Dutton family, revealing hidden conflicts and potentially leading to their downfall after decades of maintaining unity and concealing secrets. In their minds, Jamie becomes an adversary, a threat, and even an enemy worth eliminating. This act could unleash long-suppressed animosities and tension between the siblings, putting them at odds with one another despite years of simmering conflict.

1. If Jamie isn’t around, Beth finds herself without an outlet for her destructive rage. Kayce finds one fewer reason to remain loyal to the Dutton clan. With Monica pressuring him to step away from the family’s conflicts, he feels caught between two worlds. Characters on “Yellowstone” might despise Jamie, but their animosity could be hurting them. By fixating on Jamie as the problem, they’ve overlooked the fact that if he were removed, they would all struggle to gain power and position amidst potential chaos – a fitting twist of fate for the Duttons.

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2024-07-30 21:00