Monica Dutton found herself in a dangerous situation during the Season 5 premiere of “Yellowstone.” While in labor, she was forced to drive herself to the hospital. On a rural highway and experiencing a great degree of pain and stress, she was involved in a devastating car crash that ultimately resulted in the death of her baby. While this was a tragic loss for the character, many fans of the series were quick to criticize the writing and direction behind the scene.
On the r/YellowstonePN subreddit, a thread discussing the Season 5 premiere was practically dominated by Monica’s car crash, and viewers were not kind about the scene. “The car crash scene was so bad. You’re telling me she didn’t see the headlights from the oncoming car coming?” asked u/PCPumaTim. The user also criticized Monica for not watching the road or wearing a seatbelt before the accident. “Ugh, for real. Speeding and swerving on a backcountry road while having painful pregnancy cramps with your child in the passenger seat?” wrote u/cutestcatlady incredulously. Another user spoke about how the scene felt “forced” and “infuriating.”
Other fans lamented the fact that it might have been better if Monica was simply killed off in the “Yellowstone” premiere. One viewer, in particular, expressed they would have “forgiven” the car crash scene if Monica had perished in it.
