As of 2025, we can all agree that Yellowstone isn’t just a TV show anymore — it’s an empire. With prequels like 1883 and 1923, and more spin-offs in development, one project stands out as the most anticipated of all: the upcoming Beth and Rip spin-off series.

The good news? The show is officially in production and expected to premiere sooner than we thought.
The bad news? It won’t be anything like what fans have imagined as a Yellowstone sequel.

It’s Not “Dutton Ranch” Anymore

Recently, Cole Hauser (Rip) made a surprising statement:
“First of all, it’s not Dutton Ranch. That’s not the name of it.”

This unexpected correction sparked serious speculation — could this new show be intentionally distancing itself from the Dutton name altogether?

Initially, many believed the series would be a direct continuation of John Dutton’s legacy — a continuation of the Yellowstone journey. But now, with the title scrapped and Cole’s strong reaction, it’s clear:
this is not the sequel we expected.

A Softer, More Emotional Focus

While the title remains a secret, Cole reassured fans:
“You can expect the same thing we’ve been doing for the last 7 years — Kelly (Beth) and I working our ass off to create something special.”

This likely means the spin-off will focus deeply on Beth and Rip’s relationship — their love, their struggles, and the family they’re trying to build. Beth has always longed to be a mother, and now that Carter has entered their lives as a surrogate son, the show could explore topics like infertility, emotional healing, and the complexity of modern families.

One fan theory even suggests Beth may adopt Jamie’s son — a child she once vowed would never know who his father is. This would create explosive drama and deep emotional tension, exactly the kind of layered storytelling fans crave.

Beth, the Business Queen of the Ranching World

This won’t just be about love and family. It’s also Beth’s time to shine as a business powerhouse.

She’s no stranger to million-dollar deals — we saw her run Schwarz & Meyer like a boss. And in Season 5, when Beth visited Rip in Texas and learned that Travis Wheatley’s ranch was selling vodka and meat online, something clicked.

This wasn’t just a moment — it was foreshadowing. Beth isn’t just thinking cattle. She’s thinking empire.
A modern ranch, selling directly to customers, building a brand, and expanding into industries John Dutton never dared to touch. She warned John countless times that the ranch couldn’t survive unless it turned a profit. He didn’t listen.
Now? It’s her turn. Her rules. Her legacy.

New Writers, New Tone — But Still Yellowstone at Heart

Taylor Sheridan remains the mastermind behind this universe, but this time he’s co-writing the show with John Brown, known for Succession, VEEP, and King of the Hill. That’s a strong signal: this spin-off will have a wittier, more emotionally nuanced tone — with dark humor, family drama, and character depth rather than the all-out grit of the original Yellowstone.

And while there’s no official release date yet, history tells us most Yellowstone premieres happen in November. So it’s a good bet we’ll see this series drop in fall 2025, possibly November