Dutton Ranch renewed for Season 2 after record streaming viewership

Paramount+ announced that the Yellowstone spin‑off Dutton Ranch has been renewed for a second season. The series, starring Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser as Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler, launched on May 15 2026 and attracted roughly 12.9‑13 million global viewers in its first week – the biggest debut for a Paramount+ original series. Similar strong numbers were reported on SkyShowtime and other international platforms.

The renewal was confirmed ahead of the season‑1 finale scheduled for July 3, despite a behind‑the‑scenes change: showrunner Chad Feehan will not return for season 2. Actor Cole Hauser said, “Showrunners change all the time. This business is about adapting,” while Kelly Reilly added, “We’re all creative minds and we all work together, I’m so proud of that.” No new showrunner has been announced yet.

The announcement underscores the continued growth of the Yellowstone franchise, with Dutton Ranch adding to Paramount’s slate of successful western dramas and reinforcing the platform’s push for marquee original content worldwide.