Dutton Ranch: Beth and Rip's New Chapter in South Texas Set for May Premiere

The new "Yellowstone" spinoff series, "Dutton Ranch," is set to premiere in May. The series will focus on characters Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler as they navigate new challenges in South Texas. A compelling cast including Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, Annette Bening, and Ed Harris is confirmed.

Premiere and Broadcast Information

The two-episode premiere of "Dutton Ranch" is scheduled to stream on Paramount+ on May 14.

The broadcast premiere will follow on Paramount Network on May 15 at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

Following the premiere, new episodes will be released weekly. The first season will comprise a total of nine episodes.

Series Premise and Setting

"Dutton Ranch" continues the narrative of Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) after the events of the original "Yellowstone" series. While "Yellowstone" concluded with the characters acquiring a ranch in Dillon, Montana, "Dutton Ranch" is primarily set in South Texas.

The plot involves Beth and Rip attempting to establish a future, encountering new challenges, and confronting a rival ranch in the region.

Paramount describes the series as a "continuation of the Dutton legacy," and promotional material indicates Beth and Rip will confront "brutal new realities and a ruthless rival ranch."

Star-Studded Cast

The series features a mix of returning fan favorites and significant new additions.

Returning Cast:

Kelly Reilly as Beth Dutton
Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler
Finn Little as Carter

New Cast Members for Season 1:

Annette Bening as Beulah Jackson
Ed Harris as Everett McKinney
Juan Pablo Raba
Jai Courtney
J.R. Villarreal
Marc Menchaca
Natalie Alyn Lind

Production Team

The series is based on characters created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson. Chad Feehan serves as creator, executive producer, and showrunner.

Executive producers include:

Taylor Sheridan
John Linson
David C. Glasser
Art Linson
Ron Burkle
David Hutkin
Bob Yari
Christina Alexandra Voros
Michael Friedman
Cole Hauser
Kelly Reilly
Keith Cox

Christina Alexandra Voros directed multiple episodes, including the premiere and season finale. Greg Yaitanes, Jessica Lowrey, and Phil Abraham also directed episodes. The production is a collaboration between Paramount Television and 101 Studios.

Expanding the Yellowstone Universe

"Dutton Ranch" marks the second "Yellowstone" spinoff, following "Marshals," which features Beth's brother, Kayce Dutton. Producers and directors have mentioned discussions regarding potential crossovers between "Dutton Ranch" and "Marshals."