Dutton Ranch is the highly-anticipated Yellowstone sequel, which will see the return of Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler for a whole new adventure.
Beth Dutton is back. Rip Wheeler is back. And they are angrier than ever.
If you loved Yellowstone, you already know these two were the heartbeat of the show. Five seasons of fire, fury, and loyalty. Then it ended. Fans were left wondering: what happens to Beth and Rip now?
The answer is here. And it is bigger than you think.
The Story Gets Darker in Texas
Beth and Rip did not get a peaceful ending. After John Dutton died and the Montana ranch was sold, they had nothing left to hold on to. So they did what survivors do. They moved on.
They bought a new ranch in a small Texas town called Rio Paloma. They thought they could start fresh. They thought the worst was behind them.
They were wrong.
A powerful rival ranch empire is already waiting for them in South Texas. This empire does not welcome newcomers. It does not share power. It will do whatever it takes to crush anyone who stands in the way.
Beth and Rip have already lost everything once. Now they must fight all over again. This time, in a place they do not know, against enemies they have never faced.
The official story of the show says it best: “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.”
This is not a slow start. The tension begins from episode one.cCkaria Dutton Ranch
Dutton Ranch is the direct sequel to Yellowstone. It is not a prequel. It is not a spinoff. It picks up right where Yellowstone left off.
Kelly Reilly plays Beth Dutton. Cole Hauser plays Rip Wheeler. Both return as the main leads. The show also brings in powerful new names including Ed Harris and Annette Bening.
Taylor Sheridan is a producer on the show. Chad Feehan serves as showrunner. Christina Alexandra Voros, who worked on the original Yellowstone, returns as director and cinematographer.
Season 1 has 9 episodes. It started on May 15, 2026. The season finale airs on July 3, 2026.
Full Cast of Dutton Ranch Season 1
| Actor | Character | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Kelly Reilly | Beth Dutton | Main lead, returns from Yellowstone |
| Cole Hauser | Rip Wheeler | Main lead, returns from Yellowstone |
| Finn Little | Carter | Adopted son of Beth and Rip, returns from Yellowstone |
| Ed Harris | Everett McKinney | Local veterinarian and war veteran |
| Annette Bening | Beulah Jackson | Rival Texas ranching mogul |
| Jai Courtney | Rob-Will | Series regular |
| J.R. Villarreal | Azul | Ranch worker and Rip’s right hand man |
| Juan Pablo Raba | Joaquin | Series regular |
| Natalie Alyn Lind | Oreana | Series regular |
| Marc Menchaca | Zachariah | Series regular |
| Hart Denton | TBA | Series regular |
Episode Schedule for Season 1
| Episode | Title | Air Date |
|---|---|---|
| Episodes 1 and 2 | “The Untold Want” and “Earn Another Day” | May 15, 2026 |
| Episode 3 | TBA | May 22, 2026 |
| Episode 4 | “Start with a Bullet” | May 29, 2026 |
| Episodes 5 to 8 | TBA | June 2026 |
| Episode 9 | “El Padrino” (Season Finale) | July 3, 2026 |
New episodes drop on Paramount+ every Friday at 12 a.m. PT or 3 a.m. ET. They air on Paramount Network the same evening at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
Where to Watch Dutton Ranch?
Now that you know what is at stake, here is how to watch it.
The Two Main Options
Dutton Ranch streams on Paramount+. It also airs live on Paramount Network for cable viewers.
| Platform | Type | Cost | New Episodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paramount+ Essential | Streaming with ads | $8.99 per month | Fridays at 12 a.m. PT / 3 a.m. ET |
| Paramount+ Premium | Streaming without ads | $13.99 per month | Fridays at 12 a.m. PT / 3 a.m. ET |
| Paramount Network | Live TV via cable | Included with cable | Fridays at 8 p.m. ET/PT |
How to Watch Without Cable
You do not need a cable subscription to watch Dutton Ranch live. Several streaming services carry Paramount Network.
| Service | Access | Free Trial | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paramount+ | On demand streaming | No direct trial | $8.99 per month |
| Philo | Paramount Network live | 7 day free trial | $25 per month |
| DirecTV Stream | Paramount Network live | 5 day free trial | Varies by plan |
| Fubo | Paramount Network live | 5 day free trial | Varies by plan |
| Hulu + Live TV | Paramount Network live | No current trial | Varies by plan |
| Sling TV | Paramount Network with Entertainment Extra add on | No current trial | Varies by plan |
| YouTube TV | Paramount Network live | No current trial | Varies by plan |
Philo has a special partnership with Dutton Ranch. New and existing Philo subscribers got early access to the two part premiere at 12:01 a.m.
How to Watch Dutton Ranch for Free?
Paramount+ no longer offers a standalone free trial. But there are still a few ways to watch at no cost.
| Method | Free Duration | Details |
|---|---|---|
| DirecTV + Paramount+ bundle | 5 day DirecTV trial plus 3 months of Paramount+ Premium | Sign up for Entertainment, Choice, or Ultimate DirecTV plan |
| Walmart+ membership | 30 day free trial of Paramount+ | Includes other Walmart+ perks like free shipping |
| Philo free trial | 7 days | Includes Paramount Network live access |
| Fubo free trial | 5 days | Includes Paramount Network live access |
Paramount+ Plans Compared
If you are subscribing just for Dutton Ranch, here is what each plan offers.
| Feature | Essential Plan | Premium Plan |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | $8.99 | $13.99 |
| Ads | Yes | No, except on live TV |
| On Demand Streaming | Yes | Yes |
| Live Local CBS | No | Yes |
| Showtime Library | No | Yes |
| Dutton Ranch Access | Yes | Yes |
The Essential plan is the cheapest option for watching Dutton Ranch on demand. The Premium plan is a better deal if you also want Showtime content and your local CBS channel.
Is Dutton Ranch on Netflix, Hulu, or Amazon?
No. Dutton Ranch is not on Netflix. It is not on standard Hulu. It is not on Amazon Prime Video. It is a Paramount+ exclusive. The only way to stream it on demand is through Paramount+.
Where Was Dutton Ranch Filmed?
The show is set in South Texas but was filmed in North Texas. Production ran from August 2025 through March 2026.
| Filming Location | State |
|---|---|
| Dallas | Texas |
| Fort Worth | Texas |
| Ferris | Texas |
| Boyd | Texas |
| Cleburne | Texas |
| Weatherford | Texas |
| Rio Vista | Texas |
| Mineral Wells | Texas |
How to Watch the Full Yellowstone Universe
Dutton Ranch is part of a bigger franchise. Here is where to watch each show.
| Show | Year | Platform | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1883 | 2021 | Paramount+ | Prequel, 10 episodes |
| 1923 | 2022 to 2025 | Paramount+ | Prequel, 2 seasons |
| Yellowstone | 2018 to 2024 | Peacock | Original series, 5 seasons |
| Marshals | 2026 | CBS and Paramount+ | Spinoff focused on Kayce Dutton |
| The Madison | 2026 onward | Paramount+ | Standalone drama by Taylor Sheridan |
| Dutton Ranch | 2026 | Paramount+ and Paramount Network | Sequel, Season 1 airing now |
Note: Yellowstone streams on Peacock, not Paramount+. All prequels, spinoffs, and sequels including Dutton Ranch stream on Paramount+.
Final Answer
The simplest way to watch Dutton Ranch is Paramount+. It costs $8.99 per month for the Essential plan. Every episode is available on demand starting May 15, 2026.
If you want to watch live, Paramount Network airs new episodes every Friday at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Services like Philo, Fubo, and DirecTV Stream carry Paramount Network without a cable subscription. Most of them offer free trials for new subscribers.
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