Dutton Ranch season 2 renewed by Paramount+ ahead of 'explosive' season 1 finale now the Yellowstone spinoff just needs Taylor Sheridan as showrunner

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Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:31:31 +0000

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It's the least surprising news ever, but Dutton Ranch season 2 has officially been confirmed by Paramount+. But what does this mean for its showrunner?

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Dutton Ranch season 2 confirmed by Paramount+ ahead of season 1 episodes 8 and 9 Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser set to return as Beth and Rip; no further announcements made Season 1
premiere was the biggest original series debut in Paramount+ history Dutton Ranch season 2 has officially been confirmed by Paramount+ just days ahead of its penultimate season 1 episode airing.

Season 1 amassed 12.9 million viewers globally in its first seven days following the Yellowstone spinoff's premiere, making it the biggest original series launch in Paramount+ history, according to the streamer. Beth and Rip are among the most iconic duos in television history, and we are thrilled to bring a whole new world to life with Dutton Ranch for our subscribers around the world, said Jane Wiseman, Head of Originals for Paramount+. Latest Videos From Watch full video here:

Matt Thunell, President of Paramount Television Studios, added, "We look forward to bringing fans more stories from these unforgettable characters in season 2.

No further details have been announced as of writing, but we can expect Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser to return to their leading roles (the pair act as executive producers on the show). You may like Dutton Ranch stars confirm heavy Taylor Sheridan involvement in Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch loses showrunner after clashes and unhappy Taylor Sheridan Dutton Ranch season 2
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But with season 1 showrunner Chad Feehan exiting the series weeks before the premiere, who will take over? Opinion: Now that Dutton Ranch season 2 is confirmed, Taylor Sheridan needs to properly return (Image credit:
Paramount+) Back in April 2026, it was reported that Chad Feehan left the
show after alleged on-set tension with Reilly, Hauser, and executive producer Taylor Sheridan. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

Industry rumors suggested that another writer would take over as lead showrunner, but to me, it's the perfect time for Sheridan to get back in the driver's seat.

The Yellowstone mastermind has been dedicating his time to Lioness , Landman
, and, most recently, The Madison , having not directly led a Yellowstone spinoff since 1883 and 1923 .

That being said, Dutton Ranch has still performed exceptionally well without him, whereas the fellow spinoff Marshals , has suffered. Surely, it would be
a pretty nice thing to jump on the victory train that is Beth and Rip's new life in Texas.

We likely won't know who will take over until production starts. As of yet,
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