Dutton Ranch
A Yellowstone spin-off following Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler in South Texas.
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Dutton Ranch is an American television series created by Chad Feehan. The series serves as both a spin-off and sequel to Yellowstone (2018–2024) and is the fifth television series in the Yellowstone franchise. It stars Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser reprising their roles from Yellowstone. Dutton Ranch premiered on Paramount+ on May 15, 2026, and consists of nine episodes. Feehan departed his role as showrunner before the series' premiere. In June 2026, the series was renewed for a second season, for which Benjamin Cavell will serve as the showrunner.
Quick Facts
- Genre
- Drama; Neo-Western
- Creator
- Chad Feehan
- Based on
- Characters
- Taylor Sheridan
- John Linson
- Music
- Brian Tyler &; Breton Vivian
- Country
- United States
- Language
- English
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 9
Facts from the source article.
Cast and characters
Kelly Reilly portrays Beth Dutton, the only daughter of John Dutton, a financier and master manipulator. Cole Hauser plays Rip Wheeler, Beth's husband and former foreman of the Yellowstone ranch. Finn Little reprises his role as Carter Green, Beth and Rip's adopted son. Juan Pablo Raba appears as Joaquin “Kino” Jackson Reyes, the adopted son of Beulah Jackson and the family's fixer. Jai Courtney plays Rob-Will Jackson, Beulah's reckless son, in season one. J. R. Villarreal portrays Azul Ramos, a ranch hand working for Rip and Beth. Marc Menchaca plays Zachariah Moss, a ranch hand hired after his release from prison. Natalie Alyn Lind appears as Oreana Lynn Jackson, Rob-Will's daughter and Carter's love interest. Ed Harris portrays Everett McKinney, a local veterinarian and Vietnam War Navy veteran. Annette Bening plays Beulah Jackson, the wealthy owner of 10 Petal Ranch. Morgan Wade appears as Carol, a bartender. Berto Colón plays Miguel, Beulah's bodyguard. David DeLao portrays Claudio, a butcher. Ray McKinnon plays Dwight White, an old rancher with a pet leopard. Josh Stewart appears as Sheriff Handy Wade. Hart Denton plays Chet Davis, a ranch hand. Sterlin English portrays Austin Lewis, a ranch hand. Kyle Dondlinger plays Hoyt Boone, Oreana's ex-boyfriend. Raoul Max Trujillo portrays Mariano Reyes, Joaquin's father and a drug cartel boss. Bobby Soto appears as a young Mariano Reyes in flashbacks.
Production
In August 2024, a spinoff titled The Dutton Ranch was confirmed in development, replacing a sixth season of Yellowstone. Chad Feehan served as showrunner for the first season. In March 2026, the series was retitled to Dutton Ranch, with a nine-episode first season. Feehan departed before the premiere due to clashes with cast members, Taylor Sheridan, and David C. Glasser. In June 2026, Paramount+ renewed the series for a second season, with Benjamin Cavell as showrunner. Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser reprise their roles. Finn Little was confirmed to return in July 2025. Annette Bening, Ed Harris, and Jai Courtney were cast in main roles; Stephen Amell auditioned for Courtney's role. In October 2025, Natalie Alyn Lind, Marc Menchaca, Juan Pablo Raba, and J. R. Villarreal joined the main cast. Morgan Wade joined in a recurring role in April 2026. Production began in August 2025 in Ferris, Texas. Directors included Greg Yaitanes, Jessica Lowrey, Phil Abraham, and Christina Alexandra Voros, who directed the premiere and finale.
Reception
On Rotten Tomatoes, Dutton Ranch holds an 89% approval rating from 38 critic reviews, with an average rating of 6.6/10. The critics consensus states that the series carries the mantle of its predecessor well. Metacritic gave a score of 63 out of 100 based on 20 critics, indicating generally favorable reviews. M.N. Miller of FandomWire described the series as a pulpy, brooding, and feverishly addictive neo-Western crime saga.
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