Yellowstone Star Cole Hauser Sets FBI Crime Thriller Adaptation Based on Retired Agent’s Memoir
A New Project for Hauser
Deadline reports that Cole Hauser is developing Pale Horse, an FBI action thriller, with Constantin Film. The project is based on the memoir of retired agent Scott Payne.
The adaptation follows Hauser’s continued work in the Yellowstone universe. He played fixer Rip Wheeler throughout the series’ five seasons.
Payne’s Undercover Career
Payne’s memoir recounts 28 years working as an undercover agent. It describes his efforts to enter some of the most violent subcultures in the United States. Those groups included neo-Nazi white supremacist organizations. The book provides the basis for the planned thriller.
More Yellowstone Ahead
Yellowstone ended in 2024, but Hauser has returned as Rip in Dutton Ranch. Kelly Reilly also reprises her role as Beth Dutton in the Paramount+ series. Dutton Ranch has been confirmed for a second season. The series continues Hauser’s connection to the franchise as he develops Pale Horse.
Key points
- Cole Hauser is developing the FBI action thriller Pale Horse with Constantin Film.
- The project is based on retired agent Scott Payne’s memoir.
- Payne’s book covers his 28-year undercover career and infiltration of violent groups.
- Hauser and Kelly Reilly star in Dutton Ranch, confirmed for season 2.