Elkhorn II: The Untold Journey of Theodore Roosevelt as a Cowboy

Name: Elkhorn Ii
Description: A drama, chronicling the true story of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States. Roosevelt became a cowboy and rancher in the American Frontier in his mid-20s, before returning east to become the country’s youngest President. Reeling from unimaginable loss, 25-year-old Theodore Roosevelt abandons New York politics in the 1880’s, and journeys to the lawless Dakota Badlands where he establishes the sprawling Elkhorn Ranch, and attempts to remake himself into a cattleman.
Genre: Series
Date Created: March 2025
Production Company: Morningstar Entertainment
Location: Acton & Santa Clarita, CA
Producer: Gary Tarpinian, Paninee Theeranuntawat, Dan McCarthy
Writer: Will Ilgen, Andy Gosche
Contact Email: mstar@morningstarentertainment.com
Phone: 818-558-3800
Fax: 818-559-7551
INSP Network: PO Box 7750, Charlotte, NC 28241
INSP Phone: 803-578-1000
INSP Email: info@insp.com

Elkhorn II: A Dramatic Exploration of Theodore Roosevelt’s Frontier Journey

Set against the rugged backdrop of the Dakota Badlands, “Elkhorn II” narrates the compelling true story of Theodore Roosevelt, who, in his mid-20s, forsook the political scene of New York to carve out a new existence as a rancher and cowboy. This gripping series invites viewers to witness Roosevelt’s transformation during a turbulent chapter of his life, where he not only seeks to heal from profound personal loss but also strives to redefine his identity amidst the vast and untamed American frontier.

The production boasts a stellar team, with producers Gary Tarpinian, Paninee Theeranuntawat, and Dan McCarthy at the helm, alongside a talented writing duo, Will Ilgen and Andy Gosche. Under the direction of Michelle Metzner, “Elkhorn II” promises to offer an authentic portrayal of Roosevelt, bringing to life his adventurous spirit and the extraordinary challenges he faced while establishing the Elkhorn Ranch. Audiences can look forward to an immersive experience that showcases the complexities of a young leader in the making, determined to cultivate not just a ranch, but also a legacy.