Huge US drama kicking off on Channel 5 tonight after shock axe

A HUGE US drama is launching on Channel 5 tonight following its shock axe earlier this year.

Drama series Yellowstone, which stars Hollywood actor Kevin Costner, is making is UK television debut.

The series, which was created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson, first aired on Paramount.

Set in Montana, the plot revolves around a Dutton family ranch and the bordering Broken Rock Indian Reservation, national park, and developers.

Throughout the series, the Dutton family and their employees face trouble from obstacles like land developers and the bordering Native reservations and national parks.

Series one of Yellowstone kicks off on Channel 5 tonight, Friday, at 9pm.

Teasing its launch, the broadcaster said: “New to Channel 5, The US phenomenon #Yellowstone starts tonight at 9pm on Channel 5 & My5.”

Fans have been left delighted with the news, as they took to social media to share their excitement.

One said: “Set to record, have heard good things about this!”

A second wrote: “Can’t wait, got hooked on this before, but I’m hoping they don’t just show the first couple of series then take it off again like other shows!”

“I haven’t seen all episodes but what I have seen is bloody good,” said a third.

While a fourth commented: “Can’t wait to finally watch it in full, instead of snippets on reels or TikTok.”

Yellowstone was axed after five series following Kevin Costner’s decision to leave the drama.

Meanwhile, ITV recently left fans livid as they announced one of their beloved show’s new series had been delayed.

An ITVX spokesperson announced the release of Sanditon has been pushed back.

It was due to land on ITVX on August 3rd but bosses have revealed it will now be available to stream on the 17th.