Season 1 of “1883” comes to an end with a gripping finale that sees all of the main characters reach their literal and metaphorical destinations. After Elsa’s condition worsens, the Duttons, cowboys, and immigrants all go their own way. As the caravan’s journey draws to a close, we’re sure viewers must seek answers to the whereabouts of Wade (James Landry Hébert) and Colton (Noah Le Gros). If you’re wondering if character endings will affect actors James Landry Hébert and Noah Le Gros’ time on the show, here’s everything you need to know! SPOILERS AHEAD!
What happened to Wade and Colton?
In 1883, Wade and Colton were two young cowboys hired by Shea to herd cattle across the Great Plains. The cowboys help with the caravan’s journey to Oregon and face many challenges in the process. Although Wade has been part of the caravan from the very beginning, Colton is hired after Ennis’ death. At Doan’s Crossing, Colton meets Wade, and the two already know each other as they are both from Texas. In the first season finale, the caravan reaches Fort Caspar but learns that it has been abandoned. Therefore, they cannot get proper medical treatment for Elsa, Josef and Risa.
After the immigrants refuse to settle in Montana just yet, Shea decides to disband the caravan. James and his family prepare to venture to Montana. On the other hand, the immigrants continue their journey towards Oregon. Shea also relives Wade and Colton from their duties, and they decide to return to familiar lands. After saying a heartwarming goodbye to Elsa, the two cowboys leave, leaving their fates unknown. Elsa wonders what happened to her cowboy friends. She hopes they made homes in Wyoming or reached Texas safely. However, she expresses doubts that either event materialized.
Did James Landry Hébert and Noah Le Gros leave 1883?
In the series, actors James Landry Hébert and Noah Le Gros try out for the roles of Wade and Colton, respectively. Hébert is a series regular who appears in all ten episodes of the show’s first season. In contrast, although Le Gros is credited as a series regular, he only appears in five episodes. Nonetheless, the two characters help move the narrative forward. Wade’s calm, calculated demeanor and Colton’s cheerful personality add an exciting dynamic to the trailer. Plus, viewers get to see the courage and determination needed to survive in the American West.
Elsa’s ominous narration of Wade and Colton’s fate raises a question mark over Hébert and Le Gros’ future on the show. Paramount+ has already ordered additional episodes of “1883”. However, we are unlikely to see Wade and Colton on our screens again. The duo’s journeys separated from those of the other main characters. The new episodes will likely be set in Montana, and with the pair heading to Texas, the chances of them appearing are slim. Additionally, Wade and Colton’s story arcs end with the cowboys heading towards the time of sunset. So while Hébert and Le Gros still have a chance to reprise their roles in future episodes, viewers shouldn’t get their hopes too high.
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