Saddle up your horses, and get ready for a wild ride as Yellowstone favorite stars Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser return as Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler, respectively, in the Paramount+ original drama Dutton Ranch. The upcoming drama from Taylor Sheridan follows the couple, and their surrogate son Carter (played by Finn Little, also previously of Yellowstone) as they head to Texas for a new start.
The series, premiering Friday, May 15, 2026, sees the return of several Yellowstone players, plus the addition of some seriously impressive talent, including two Oscar® nominees: Ed Harris and Annette Bening.
Keep reading to learn more about the cast of Dutton Ranch, get to know the characters, determine where you’ve seen them before, and find out how to watch.
Who’s in Dutton Ranch?
Here’s a look at the main cast of Dutton Ranch:
- Kelly Reilly as Beth Dutton
- Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler
- Finn Little as Carter
- Juan Pablo Raba as Joaquin
- Jai Courtney as Rob-Will
- J.R. Villarreal as Azul
- Marc Menchaca as Zachariah
- Natalie Alyn Lind as Oreana
- Ed Harris as Everett McKinney
- Annette Bening as Beulah Jackson
Cast and characters
Get a closer look at the spectacular Dutton Ranch cast, as well as the characters they play.
Kelly Reilly as Beth Dutton
Kelly Reilly brings the formidable force of Beth Dutton (Yellowstone) back to TV in Dutton Ranch. Beth’s abrasive but effective methods, outrageous one-liners, and fierce loyalty will serve her well as she heads to Texas with her partner Rip Wheeler and adopted son Carter.
Where you’ve seen her: Yellowstone, Eden Lake, Black Box, Little Wing
Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler
Cole Houser reprises his Yellowstone role as the tough rancher, Rip Wheeler. Rip, a loyal enforcer who will fight any battle to protect his family, is off to the Lone Star State – the love of his life and his surrogate son by his side.
Where you’ve seen him: Yellowstone, Dazed and Confused, Good Will Hunting, Pitch Black
Finn Little as Carter
Another familiar face from the world of Yellowstone is Finn Little, who plays Carter. The character is a young ranch hand who was taken in by Beth and Rip after the death of his father. Ultimately, he moves to Texas to start a new life chapter with his adoptive family.
Where you’ve seen him: Yellowstone, Storm Boy, Those Who Wish Me Dead
Juan Pablo Raba as Joaquin
Juan Pablo Raba is set to play Joaquin in the new series. Joaquin works at a major Texas ranch, and has a knack for fixing problems, both big and small.
Where you’ve seen him: Narcos, Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Six, Freelance
Jai Courtney as Rob-Will
Jai Courtney joins the new series as Rob-Will. His character is described as an imposing and unpredictable ranch foreman who likely will cause all types of trouble for Beth and Rip.
Where you’ve seen him: Dangerous Animals, A Good Day to Die Hard, Terminator Genisys, War Machine, The Exception
J.R. Villarreal as Azul
J. R. Villarreal plays Azul on Dutton Ranch. His character is a whipcord wrangler, and a guy who becomes Rip’s right-hand man in Texas.
Where you’ve seen him: Landman, Akeelah and the Bee, Spare Parts, Freeridge
Marc Menchaca as Zachariah
Mac Menchaca plays Zachariah on Dutton Ranch. His character is a newly released jailbird looking to rebuild his life as a cowboy and a wrangler.
Where you’ve seen him: Ozark, Homeland, She’s Lost Control, Dexter: Resurrection, Alone
Natalie Alyn Lind as Oreana
Natalie Alyn Lind joins the series as Oreana, a young woman with a wild and free spirit who is seen getting close with Carter in first-look images.
Where you’ve seen her: Pet Sematary: Bloodlines, The Gifted, The Goldbergs, Gotham
Ed Harris as Everett McKinney
Oscar® nominee Ed Harris brings his game to Dutton Ranch as Everett McKinney. Everett is a good-humored, weathered veteran who serves as veterinarian. He treats animals with compassion and understanding.
Where you’ve seen him: The Truman Show, Game Change, Westworld, Top Gun: Maverick
Annette Bening as Beulah Jackson
Seen squaring off with Kelly Reilly’s Beth Dutton in the Dutton Ranch teaser trailer, Oscar® nominee Annette Bening plays Beulah Jackson in the new series. Beulah is the powerful, charming, and cunning head of a major ranch who believes in the power of family legacy.
Where you’ve seen her: Bugsy, American Beauty, The Grifters, Being Julia, Mrs. Harris, Jerry & Marge Go Large
Supporting cast & recurring roles
Two more actors have joined the show in recurring roles: Berto Colón (The Penguin, Power Book II: Ghost) and Hart Denton (Riverdale, 13 Reasons Why). Colón plays a quiet but formidable cowboy named Miguel. Denton plays Chet, an employee at a major rival ranch.
What is the show about?
Dutton Ranch is the continuation of Beth and Rip’s story after the emotional ending of Yellowstone. Looking for peace and a new start, the couple heads from Montana to South Texas to start their own ranch and help Carter grow into the man he’s meant to be.
But like all stories involving the Duttons, things don’t go according to plan. Their new life sees them facing off against brutal new realities and a rival ranch owner who’s sure to bring the heat. Taylor Sheridan’s compelling new series asks: How far will this family have to go to achieve the dream they’re after?
Dutton Ranch is based on characters created by executive producers Taylor Sheridan and John Linson. The Oscar®-nominated Taylor Sheridan is the creator of several hit Paramount+ original drama series, including The Madison, Tulsa King, and Lioness. He is the co-creator of Landman and Mayor of Kingstown. He has recently released the new CBS Original Marshals and Paramount+ original
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Where can I watch Dutton Ranch?
You can watch Dutton Ranch on Paramount+ starting Friday, May 15, 2026. The first two episodes air on the premiere date. After, one new episode releases weekly on Fridays through the season finale. The Paramount+ original drama will also air on the Paramount Network.
Get all the watch info you need below:
Dutton Ranch Season 1
- Premiere date: Friday, May 15, 2026
- Time: 8 PM ET/PT
- Release schedule: Two new episodes on premiere day, then one new episode weekly on Fridays
- No. of episodes: 9
- Streaming: Paramount+
- Channel: Paramount Network
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