The saga of the Duttons isn’t over—not by a long shot. While Yellowstone’s season 5 finale brought a close to one chapter of the family’s legacy, it’s now clear that Taylor Sheridan’s epic Western universe is galloping forward with Dutton Ranch, a brand-new spin-off series starring none other than Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser.
Yes, you read that right—Beth and Rip are coming back.
From Fallout to Frontier: The Spin-Off That Fans Demanded
Rumors swirled for months after Kevin Costner’s dramatic exit from Yellowstone threw the original series into uncertainty. But while the patriarch may have ridden into the sunset, the firepower of Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler was never in question. And now, Bloomberg has reported that Dutton Ranch—the spin-off built around these two fan favorites—will premiere this fall, exclusively on Paramount+.
This marks the first officially moving piece in a post-Yellowstone future. And if Reilly and Hauser are leading the charge, there’s no doubt the franchise is in fierce and capable hands.
What We Know So Far
Details are still under wraps, but here’s what the finale of Yellowstone season 5 revealed—and how it may set up the new series:
- Beth and Rip sold the original Dutton Ranch to Thomas Rainwater, helping Kayce save what was left of their family’s heritage.
- They decided to relocate to a smaller estate near Dillon, Montana, to continue their lives as ranchers—on their own terms.
- Kayce Dutton (Luke Grimes) stayed behind, maintaining some presence on the original ranch, setting the stage for his own spin-off, reportedly due in 2026.
With that setup in place, Dutton Ranch could explore Beth and Rip rebuilding from the ground up, far from the ghosts of Yellowstone. But make no mistake—this is still a Sheridan world, and peace never lasts long.
Signs and Confirmations
The smoke has been rising for a while. Back in December, Reilly responded to a fan’s comment on Instagram about the spin-off with a simple but powerful confirmation: “true🤍.”
Meanwhile, Cole Hauser echoed the sentiment in an interview with People magazine, stating:
“America has spoken and they still love the show. Hopefully, we can continue to get in people’s living rooms and entertain them the way we have over the last seven years.”
Both actors have now publicly acknowledged their return—and their enthusiasm is only fueling the hype.
A Whole New Dutton Era
Dutton Ranch joins a growing slate of Yellowstone-connected titles, including:
- The Madison – A mysterious project with little confirmed information, but expected to continue the family’s political and land-based conflicts.
- 1944 – The next prequel in the Dutton timeline, rumored to feature John Dutton II and possibly even bring back Alexandra as a spiritual narrator.
- Kayce’s Spin-Off – Targeted for 2026, this CBS series will follow Luke Grimes’ character on a new journey, potentially tied to war, land, and redemption.
And with Dutton Ranch leading the way this fall, Yellowstone fans won’t have to wait long to see the next generation of drama unfold.
Will It Live Up to the Legacy?
The chemistry between Beth and Rip is legendary—volatile, romantic, brutal, and unbreakable. Seeing them removed from the Yellowstone ranch and forced to build something new presents both narrative risk and thrilling opportunity. What kind of legacy can they create without John Dutton looming over them?
Can Rip truly adjust to life away from the only home he’s ever known? Will Beth finally find peace, or will her demons follow her into Dillon?
And what new enemies will rise to threaten everything they build?
Are you ready to see Beth and Rip take center stage in Dutton Ranch—and what do you hope their next chapter looks like?
