What Is Dutton Ranch and Where to Watch It
Dutton Ranch is an American television series created by Chad Feehan that 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 as Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler.
You can watch Dutton Ranch on Paramount+ with either the Essential plan ($8.99/month) or Premium plan ($13.99/month). New episodes also air on the Paramount Network on Fridays at 8 PM ET/PT for those with cable, satellite or a live-TV streaming service.
Dutton Ranch Release Date and Episode Schedule
Dutton Ranch premiered with two episodes on Paramount+ on Friday, May 15, 2026. The entire first season consists of nine episodes running through the finale on Friday, July 3, 2026. The full episode schedule is as follows: Episode 1 "The Untold Want" and Episode 2 "Earn Another Day" — May 15; Episode 3 "Act of God Business" — May 22; Episode 4 "Start with a Bullet" — May 29.
New episodes of Dutton Ranch premiere every Friday on Paramount+ at 12:00 AM PT / 3:00 AM ET, and air the same evening on Paramount Network at 8 PM ET/PT.
When Does Dutton Ranch Episode 3 Come Out?
Dutton Ranch Episode 3, titled "Act of God Business," premieres this Friday, May 22, 2026, at 3:01 AM ET on Paramount+. Annette Bening steps more fully into the story as Beulah Jackson, the owner and operator of rival 10 Petal Ranch — a larger-than-life Texas businesswoman who is expected to clash sharply with Beth and Rip as they try to do business on her turf.
The Plot — Beth and Rip's New Life in South Texas
The opening scenes of Dutton Ranch show Beth and Rip at their home in Dillon, Montana, from the Yellowstone series finale. A lightning strike causes a fire that decimates the region and destroys their house and ranch, forcing the couple to relocate. They hear of a ranch in Rio Paloma, Texas, called the Edwards Ranch, and head south to start over.
As Beth and Rip fight to build a future together — far from the ghosts of Yellowstone — they collide with brutal new realities and a ruthless rival ranch that will stop at nothing to protect its empire. In South Texas, blood runs deeper, forgiveness is fleeting, and the cost of survival might just be your soul.
Full Cast — Kelly Reilly, Annette Bening, Ed Harris and More
Kelly Reilly returns as Beth Dutton, Cole Hauser is back as Rip Wheeler, and Finn Little reprises his role as Carter. Oscar nominees Ed Harris joins as Everett McKinney, a war veteran and local veterinarian, and Annette Bening plays rival ranch owner Beulah Jackson. Jai Courtney and J.R. Villarreal also feature in the ensemble.
Where Was Dutton Ranch Filmed?
Dutton Ranch was filmed on location in Montana and Texas. The opening Montana sequences were shot in Big Sky country, while the Texas portions — including the fire scene — were filmed predominantly in North Texas. Sheridan has a sprawling production studio in Fort Worth, Texas.
Filming locations in Texas included Dallas, Fort Worth, Ferris, Boyd, Cleburne, Weatherford, Rio Vista and Mineral Wells. The Saunders Ranch in Weatherford, Texas, serves as Beth and Rip's house in Rio Paloma.
Dutton Ranch Reviews — What Critics Are Saying
On Rotten Tomatoes, Dutton Ranch holds an 85% approval rating based on 27 critic reviews. Reviews are broadly positive but tempered, with critics praising Kelly Reilly's performance while noting familiar territory.
Reilly consistently delivers the more compelling performance, though critics note it is unlikely Dutton Ranch will make as big a splash as Yellowstone did. Some reviews describe signs of franchise fatigue, with one calling it "the same mix of brutality and soapy camp transplanted to pastures new," while another praised it as solid but familiar.
Full Episode Schedule at a Glance
| Episode | Title | Release Date (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| S1E1 | The Untold Want | May 15, 2026 |
| S1E2 | Earn Another Day | May 15, 2026 |
| S1E3 | Act of God Business | May 22, 2026 |
| S1E4 | Start with a Bullet | May 29, 2026 |
| S1E9 (Finale) | TBC | July 3, 2026 |
