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The Madison Faces Early Fan Blowback After Paramount+ Three-Episode Launch

Early reactions highlight solid audience scores alongside a clear break from Yellowstone's style.

Overview

  • Paramount+ released the first three episodes of the Taylor Sheridan drama on March 14, with a six-episode season arriving in two batches.
  • Viewer posts on Reddit indicate some are quitting the series over a major first-episode storytelling choice involving top-billed actors.
  • Mirror reports the debut drew a 72% Rotten Tomatoes audience score despite complaints about the early narrative decision.
  • Episodes 4 through 6 are scheduled to premiere on March 21 on Paramount+.
  • SlashFilm, citing the creative team, underscores that the series is not tied to Yellowstone and embraces a more sentimental tone focused on grief and family.