The penultimate episode of From Season 3 continues the eerie and suspenseful atmosphere of the series, preparing viewers for the intense events that will unfold in the season finale.
This particular episode focuses on the townspeople’s growing concerns as they search for Fatima (Pegah Ghafoori), who went missing in the previous episode after being tricked into leaving a shack by Elgin (Nathan D. Simmons).
The sense of dread and unease builds as the town tries to uncover the truth behind Fatima’s disappearance, while various personal dramas unfold among the residents.
The episode opens with Boyd (Harold Perrineau) and Ellis (Corteon Moore) racing through the woods. They are visibly shaken and confused, struggling to understand what happened to Fatima, who had previously been holed up in a shack.
In the previous episode, Elgin had convinced Fatima to leave her hiding place with him, but she vanished without a trace. Boyd and Ellis pause their frantic search for a moment to discuss Boyd’s worsening condition, as his battle with Parkinson’s disease continues to take its toll.
As the two men continue their search, Elgin works to convince Fatima that her abduction was actually meant to help her, but Fatima is clearly unconvinced. Despite her disbelief, her intense thirst for blood overtakes her, and she ultimately succumbs to her cravings, taking the jar of blood Elgin offers.
The Town Struggles with Fatima’s Disappearance
Back in the town, Donna (Elizabeth Saunders) contemplates revealing Fatima’s dark secret to the other residents. Fatima’s actions—particularly the murder of someone in her care—have been kept under wraps, and Donna is faced with the dilemma of whether to expose her.
Despite threatening to tell the town, Donna’s soft-hearted nature prevails when a memory resurfaces. She recalls a moment from From Season 1 when the town celebrated Fatima’s one-year anniversary. Donna remembers how Fatima’s kind nature and green thumb had made a lasting impact on everyone around her.
This memory convinces Donna that no one should know about the woman Fatima has become, broken by the horrors of this cursed place. When Donna tells Boyd that she won’t expose Fatima’s past, Boyd shares more troubling news: Fatima is still missing, and no one knows where she is.
As the search for Fatima intensifies, Sarah (Avery Konrad) suddenly bursts into the room, shaking with fear. She explains that after working on a snowman outside her home, she was plagued by the same painful and disorienting voices that tormented her in Season 1.
The voices told her that Fatima had been taken by someone and that she is nearby, though they won’t be able to find her in time. Sarah shares that the voices had laughed ominously, signaling that hope is in short supply in the town. Undeterred, Boyd and Donna call for a town meeting outside the diner, rallying everyone to form a search party and increase their efforts to find the missing woman.
The Town Divides into Search Parties
Just before the meeting, Julie (Hannah Cheramy) and Ethan (Simon Webster) return from the ruins, with Julie being checked over by the town’s doctors after fainting in the previous episode. While she recovers, Jim (Eion Bailey) attempts to have an important conversation with Randall (A.J. Simmons) about their experiences in the ruins.
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Jim is eager to find a way out of the town, and this conversation gives him renewed hope of escape. He pushes back against Randall’s pessimism, who believes they should focus on more immediate concerns like teaching Julie how to drive. Jim’s optimism fuels his determination to help Julie and Ethan, and he begins to see a possible future for them beyond the town’s horrors.
Julie, Ethan, Jim, and Tabitha (Catalina Sandino Moreno) try to maintain a sense of normalcy at the diner, despite the mounting tension around them. Although Julie is skeptical, Jim and Tabitha finally agree that they must follow their instincts and any visions that could lead them out of the cursed town.
When the meeting is called to organize the search party, residents are encouraged to pair up. Julie and Tabitha decide to go off on their own, while Jim teams up with Ethan. Julie confides in Jim about how Ethan feels guilty for supporting her decision to enter the ruins.
The two have a heartfelt conversation in the RV where they first arrived in the town, and Jim reassures his son, helping him feel less responsible for the dangerous choices they’ve made.
Meanwhile, other pairs are facing their own difficulties. Donna is stuck with Acosta (Samantha Brown), who is not only difficult to work with but also antagonizes Donna during their search. Despite Acosta’s resistance, Donna eventually manages to shut her down and continue their search.
Boyd and Kenny (Ricky He), on the other hand, are able to rekindle their relationship, despite Boyd’s declining health. Although Kenny doesn’t want to take over as sheriff if Boyd’s condition worsens, he accepts his old role as deputy once again.
In an unexpected partnership, Jade (David Alpay) and Henry (Robert Joy) team up to search, but their focus shifts to an important conversation. Henry wants to mend his relationship with Victor (Scott McCord), and Jade, still disturbed by hallucinations of Christopher and Jasper, gives Henry some tough advice.
She urges him to stop trying to fix Victor and instead accept him for who he is now, using a well-timed Tarzan analogy to make her point.
Fatima’s Desperate Struggle and Elgin’s Mysterious Role
As the search for Fatima continues, she tries to escape her captivity. While being held by Elgin, Fatima uncovers a trap door in the floor. She uses all her strength to pull at the handle, struggling to escape, but she is unable to break free.
Just as she is about to make a breakthrough, the kimono lady appears and physically restrains her, preventing her from escaping. The kimono lady forces Fatima back onto the bed, covering her cries as she remains trapped.
Fatima’s desperate attempts to escape emphasize the horror and hopelessness that pervades the town. Elgin, however, remains an enigmatic figure. Although he tries to convince Ellis that abducting Fatima is an act of mercy, his words only deepen Ellis’s suspicions.
He tells Ellis a story about a missing child from his past who was later found playing in a park, but Ellis is skeptical. He presses Elgin about the importance of Fatima’s pregnancy, raising doubts about Elgin’s true motives. The atmosphere becomes increasingly tense, and it’s clear that their search for Fatima is likely doomed from the start.
Tabitha’s Connection with Victor’s Past and New Revelations
As the episode unfolds, Tabitha has her own experiences that shed light on the town’s mysteries. After Julie shares her strange dream with her, Tabitha confides in her daughter and reveals that she, too, has been haunted by disturbing visions.
One particular vision leads her to follow a dead child through the woods, which ultimately leads her to an underground cellar. Inside, she and Julie find Victor in a deeply distraught state.
Earlier in the episode, Victor had been violently tossing his belongings, claiming that the information he had shared with his mother had led to her death. He seems consumed with guilt and fear, frightening the residents of Colony House.
When Kenny tries to calm Victor, he grabs an ax and threatens to cut down a tree. The boy in white appears once again, offering a warning. The boy’s appearance has changed, a sign that things are continuing to shift in the town. He tells Victor that he is still his friend, but to truly understand what is happening, they must find out for themselves. This cryptic message leaves everyone in a state of confusion, unsure of what is to come.
In the cellar, Tabitha tries to comfort Victor, but as she touches him, she experiences a strange sensation. Her mind is transported to the past, where she witnesses a young Victor and his sister hiding in the dark, terrified of the monsters outside.
Through this vision, she realizes that she is seeing events from Victor’s mother’s perspective. She watches as she tries to protect her children by going to the faraway tree, only to be intercepted and killed by a night creature. This revelation leaves Tabitha in a state of shock, and her screams fill the cellar as both Julie and Victor panic, unsure of how to help her.
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The emotional and supernatural tension in this episode leaves viewers on the edge of their seats, eager to see how these dramatic events will unfold in the season finale.
The penultimate episode of From Season 3 builds tension and reveals deep emotional and supernatural conflicts among the townspeople. As the search for Fatima continues and past traumas resurface, the boundaries between hope and despair, reality and illusion blur, setting the stage for an explosive finale that promises to unravel the town’s darkest secrets.
From Season 3 is available to stream on MGM+ in the U.S.
As Yellowstone moves forward with its final batch of episodes, following Kevin Costner’s unexpected departure from the show, it’s clear that the series can continue without John Dutton leading the charge.
Despite his absence, the story is still unfolding with intensity and depth, and in Season 5, Episode 10, titled The Apocalypse of Change, it becomes clear that the Dutton family’s saga is far from over.
While John Dutton’s death has left a profound impact on the family, there are many more twists and turns ahead as new storylines unfold, setting the stage for what is sure to be a dramatic conclusion.
Yellowstone Keeps Moving Forward with Fresh Plotlines
The episode begins by taking the audience back to a moment in time that takes place “six weeks earlier,” in the period between Season 5, Part 1, and the tragic death of John Dutton. The action picks up at the Four Sixes Ranch in Texas, where Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) and the rest of the crew are working.
In a surprising twist, Teeter (Jennifer Landon) discovers rattlesnakes in her tent—one even sleeping right on her chest. The crew moves their camp to a new location to avoid any further snake encounters, but things quickly take another turn when Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) arrives on the scene.
Beth, ever the strong-willed and determined character, takes Rip away with her. She promises that after their time together, the cowboy’s significant others will be flown out at the company’s expense, which also serves as a jab at Ryan (Ian Bohen), who is still reeling from his breakup with Beth. To ease Ryan’s frustration, Rip makes him wagon boss, which, though a small consolation, is a momentary reward for his loneliness.
As Beth and Rip spend time in Texas, we start to see Beth’s mind working in a new direction. After a Texas State Trooper (Karina Logue) tells her that the people of Texas highly admire their cowboys, and after an old man at the bar (Dwayne Tarver) declares that Texas is the “cattle capital of the world,” Beth begins to consider new possibilities for the future.
These subtle hints about Beth and Rip potentially stepping outside of Montana have sparked rumors about a possible Beth/Rip spinoff, making this particular moment in Texas even more intriguing.
Rip, on the other hand, mentions that this is the first time he’s ever left Montana, which might seem odd since Yellowstone National Park and the infamous Train Station, the locations central to the show, are primarily located in Wyoming.
Still, it gives the impression that Rip has never truly ventured beyond the confines of the land that has defined his life. Beth, eager for change, responds with a vision for the future. “Imagine all the things that we could do if we’re not shackled to that ranch,” she says, indicating that perhaps it’s time for them to break free from their past.
Rip’s response is far more grounded: “I chose to be shackled to that ranch.” This exchange sets the tone for the tension between the couple’s desires and the pressures of their shared history, which will continue to play out as the episode progresses.
Life on the Dutton Ranch After John Dutton’s Death
Meanwhile, back in Montana, Kayce (Luke Grimes), Monica (Kelsey Asbille), and Tate (Brecken Merrill) are working hard to make their new house a home. This is their first home that isn’t a rental or a place they share with extended family, a significant moment for the couple.
While their house is located on traditional Dutton land, it belongs entirely to them, which is a milestone that the family has earned after facing numerous hardships throughout the show.
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Unfortunately, this brief moment of happiness is shattered when the news of John Dutton’s death reaches the family. The back half of The Apocalypse of Change shifts to the present day, as the Duttons must deal with the fallout from John’s death. Rip returns to the Dutton Ranch, where he has a conversation with Lloyd Bridger (Forrie J. Smith).
Both men share a mutual understanding that John Dutton would never have taken his own life. “I don’t believe that bullshit in the newspapers,” Lloyd tells Rip, acknowledging the reality that John’s death wasn’t a suicide.
Rip suggests that Lloyd should start looking for another job, but the old cowboy insists that the Dutton Ranch has been his life, and leaving it is unthinkable. Rip, too, has dedicated his life to the ranch, so his connection to the land is clear.
In a particularly emotional moment, Rip checks on Carter (Finn Little), who is struggling to cope with the loss of John. Rip, trying to help Carter move forward, reassures him by saying, “Don’t believe what you read in the news, nobody quit you.” He encourages the young boy to embrace the cowboy way of life, advising him to “cowboy up” and keep going, as John would have wanted.
Elsewhere on the ranch, Beth comes downstairs and finds Summer Higgins (Piper Perabo) still present. Summer, who is under house arrest, doesn’t know what to do next with her life. Beth, however, reveals that John Dutton had no intention of letting Summer leave.
John had essentially ordered her to stay on the ranch, so Summer wasn’t really given a choice. Now that John is gone, Beth makes it clear that Summer is no longer welcome. After a brief heart-to-heart, Beth takes Summer to the bunkhouse and leaves her there. Rip later takes Summer to the airport, signaling the end of her time in Montana.
In a conversation with Summer, Rip discusses how change is inevitable. He draws a parallel between the arrival of the automobile and the shift in farming methods, where John Deere transitioned from making steel plows to tractors. “They rolled with the changes,” Rip explains. He implies that the Dutton family will have to do the same if they want to survive and adapt in this new world.
Beth Confronts Jamie: The Truth Comes Out
One of the most powerful scenes in The Apocalypse of Change takes place when Beth confronts her adoptive brother, Jamie Dutton (Wes Bentley). Jamie, the Montana Attorney General, returns to his office in the state Capitol in Helena, only to find Beth sitting there, smoking a cigarette.
The confrontation quickly escalates, with Beth slapping Jamie across the face multiple times, demanding that he look her in the eye. The tension between the two siblings has been building throughout the series, and it reaches a boiling point here.
Beth knows that Jamie is hiding the truth about their father’s death, and she is furious that he won’t admit it. “Okay, next time is the last time,” she warns him. “Seeing me will be the last thing you ever do alive. I swear to God, Jamie.” Beth leaves the office, but the confrontation isn’t over.
As she walks away, she runs into Market Equities operatives Sarah Atwood (Dawn Olivieri) and Ellis Steele (John Emmet Tracy), which leads to a physical altercation with Sarah.
Later, Beth calls Kayce to inform him of what she’s learned. “It was him. He didn’t even deny it,” she tells him. “He wouldn’t look me in the eye, Kayce. Let me rephrase that, he couldn’t.” This revelation shakes the entire family, and Kayce seems just as determined to uncover the truth about John’s death.
Kayce’s Struggle and Search for Answers
Kayce’s emotional journey also continues in this episode. After returning home, he spends some time with Monica and Tate, discussing the future. Kayce asks Tate what he wants to do when he grows up, something he has never considered before.
“I’ve never had a job that made me feel whole,” Kayce admits. “Only your mother does that. And you.” Tate expresses an interest in working both as a fly-fishing guide and at the Dutton Ranch, which causes Kayce to reconsider the idea of taking over the family business, but only if Tate truly wants it.
However, Tate’s struggle with the loss of his grandfather is evident, and it becomes a turning point in their conversation. “I just don’t understand why,” Tate says, clearly devastated. Kayce reassures him that he can either remember John Dutton for the way he lived or for the way he died.
“Your heart can’t focus on both,” he tells Tate, encouraging him to let go of the anger and embrace the good memories of his grandfather. In the end, Tate decides to remember his grandfather fondly, rather than holding on to his anger.
Later, Kayce gets a call from Beth, which prompts him to reach out to an old friend from his Navy SEAL days, Cade McPherson (Jake McLaughlin). Cade provides Kayce with a way to communicate off the books and begins looking into who might be responsible for John’s death. Kayce is clearly determined to get to the bottom of the mystery.
The Stage is Set for Big Changes
The episode ends by setting the stage for the final episodes of Yellowstone Season 5. With Jamie and Sarah seeming to have secured their victory over John Dutton, Rip reflecting on the future, Beth planning revenge on her brother, and Kayce working behind the scenes to uncover the truth, it’s clear that the Duttons are on the brink of major changes.
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While John Dutton’s legacy will continue to loom over the family, it is now time for his children to carve their own paths, for better or worse. How they navigate the turbulent waters of betrayal, loss, and revenge will determine the future of the Dutton Ranch—and potentially the end of Yellowstone itself.
The final episodes promise to bring intense drama and revelations, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what will come next. As the Duttons face the ultimate challenge of staying united, they will have to decide whether to hold on to the past or embrace the future.
The decisions they make will shape their destinies and the future of the land they’ve fought so hard to protect. Yellowstone has always been a story of family, power, and survival—and as the series nears its end, these themes will continue to resonate as the characters face the ultimate test.
