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Follow the violent world of the Dutton family, who controls the largest contiguous ranch in the United States. Led by their patriarch John Dutton, the family defends their property against constant attack by land developers, an Indian reservation, and America’s first National Park.

5 Seasons
53 Episodes
Ended
Western Drama
episode image Half the Money
9.3/10 (5212 votes)

#1 Half the Money

S4:E1

The coordinated attack on the Duttons continues as everyone searches for answers on who is responsible, and Rip delivers on a promise.

episode image Resurrection Day
9.2/10 (4399 votes)

#2 Resurrection Day

S2:E7

Jamie is driven to a dark place while grappling with the consequences of his actions, Malcolm threatens Beth, and Monica and Tate move to the ranch with Kayce.

episode image The World Is Purple
9.2/10 (4027 votes)

#3 The World Is Purple

S3:E10

Jamie calls a meeting, Beth retaliates, Thomas Rainwater makes John an offer, Mia gives Jimmy an ultimatum, and Kayce receives a surprising endorsement.

episode image Enemies by Monday
8.9/10 (3383 votes)

#4 Enemies by Monday

S2:E9

The Duttons gear up for a final fight with the Becks; Beth helps Monica out of an uncomfortable situation.

episode image Sins of the Father
8.9/10 (3814 votes)

#5 Sins of the Father

S2:E10

The feud with the Becks comes to a head as the Duttons scramble to save one of their own.

episode image Meaner Than Evil
8.8/10 (3113 votes)

#6 Meaner Than Evil

S3:E9

Rip and Kayce must work together to solve an unresolved issue, Beth's plan backfires, Jamie searches for answers about his past, and the ranch hands seek revenge.

episode image Blood the Boy
8.5/10 (3199 votes)

#7 Blood the Boy

S2:E6

Jamie makes a drastic move in order to protect his family; Jimmy takes a shot at a rodeo competition; Walker tries to leave the ranch; Kayce and John spend quality time with Tate.

episode image I Killed a Man Today
8.5/10 (2898 votes)

#8 I Killed a Man Today

S3:E8

Kayce gains the local ranchers' appreciation, Beth makes a gamble, Monica steps into a dangerous situation, Wade sends John a message, and John keeps a promise.

episode image Phantom Pain
8.5/10 (3429 votes)

#9 Phantom Pain

S4:E2

The Yellowstone recovers and begins planning revenge. Rainwater receives an offer from a newcomer. Rip gets a surprise.

episode image The Unravelling (2)
8.4/10 (3687 votes)

#10 The Unravelling (2)

S1:E9

John discovers his true alliances, Rip searches for answers, Jamie's political career is threatened, Beth takes on a new role, and Kayce returns home.

episode image Going Back to Cali
8.4/10 (2960 votes)

#11 Going Back to Cali

S3:E4

Jimmy gets help with his recovery, Thomas Rainwater obtains an ally, Beth takes advantage of an opportunity, Gov. Perry talks to Kayce, and uninvited guests visit Yellowstone.

episode image Only Devils Left
8.3/10 (3135 votes)

#12 Only Devils Left

S2:E4

The Duttons try to figure out who's sabotaging their ranch, and Thomas Rainwater breaks ground on his casino, putting all the ranchers' businesses in jeopardy.

episode image Behind Us Only Grey
8.3/10 (3074 votes)

#13 Behind Us Only Grey

S2:E8

John and Rip seek revenge; Monica ponders the consequences of her living situation; Jimmy clears old debts.

episode image The Beating
8.3/10 (2749 votes)

#14 The Beating

S3:E7

Kayce searches for answers following a theft on the ranch, Jamie learns a shocking family secret, John issues a warning, and Beth takes matters into her own hands.

episode image Three Fifty-Three
8.3/10 (2048 votes)

#15 Three Fifty-Three

S5:E11

Beth discusses the fate of the ranch with an unlikely ally. Kayce takes the investigation into his own hands. Jamie looks to advance his political agenda.

episode image Daybreak
8.2/10 (6520 votes)

#16 Daybreak

S1:E1

The Dutton family, owners of the largest ranch in Montana, fight ruthlessly to keep their land from the neighboring Indian reservation and the new chief seeking to reclaim it.

episode image The Unravelling (1)
8.2/10 (3444 votes)

#17 The Unravelling (1)

S1:E8

A Sheriff’s investigation turns the heat up on Rip. Jamie makes a bold decision about his future and faces the consequences. With the walls closing in, John discovers which family and allies will stand with him and fight.

episode image A Thundering
8.2/10 (3548 votes)

#18 A Thundering

S2:E1

Kayce settles into his new role at the ranch. A damaging article threatens to expose John. Rainwater pitches his new plan to the tribal council.

episode image Keep the Wolves Close
8.2/10 (2797 votes)

#19 Keep the Wolves Close

S4:E7

John is put in an awkward position by Gov. Perry; Carter works to earn back Beth's trust; Jamie is in for a big surprise.

episode image Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops
8.2/10 (3353 votes)

#20 Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops

S4:E10

To the Duttons, family is everything. However, newfound truths threaten that bond. Jimmy comes home, and has important decisions to make. Beth takes family matters into her own hands.

episode image No Good Horses
8.1/10 (4111 votes)

#21 No Good Horses

S1:E3

The Duttons deal with a painful family anniversary. Kayce saves a young girl from danger. Jamie and Beth plan their respective political careers. Rainwater makes an ominous threat to the Dutton legacy.

episode image Coming Home
8.1/10 (3706 votes)

#22 Coming Home

S1:E5

As Kayce feels the heat from tribal police, Jamie works some legal magic. Rip recruits a new cowboy for the ranch, and a beaten-down Jimmy begins to find some respect. John makes a play to keep Kayce and Monica close to home.

episode image A Monster Is Among Us
8.1/10 (3507 votes)

#23 A Monster Is Among Us

S1:E7

Rip stumbles upon a dangerous and dire situation. A plan is set in motion designed to squeeze John Dutton and threaten his way of life. Monica begins a tough recovery.

episode image Touching Your Enemy
8.1/10 (3093 votes)

#24 Touching Your Enemy

S2:E5

Jamie tries desperately to walk back a previous mistake. Kayce tracks down evidence. Monica and Martin attend a traditional Indian horse relay.

episode image An Acceptable Surrender
8.1/10 (2830 votes)

#25 An Acceptable Surrender

S3:E3

Jamie plays cover-up and damage control with Hendon. Governor Perry hears a $6 billion pitch for a development right on the Yellowstone, and later makes some political maneuvers. Jimmy competes in a rodeo competition.

episode image Cowboys and Dreamers
8.1/10 (2805 votes)

#26 Cowboys and Dreamers

S3:E5

Beth is haunted by her past, Jamie assumes a new role, Kayce helps a family in need, John and Thomas Rainwater find common ground, and Beth's battle with Roarke intensifies.

episode image All I See Is You
8.1/10 (2997 votes)

#27 All I See Is You

S4:E3

John seeks revenge with help from some unexpected allies. Kayce solves a problem with an unconventional method. Beth gives Carter his options. Jimmy prepares for a change.

episode image Winning or Learning
8.1/10 (2925 votes)

#28 Winning or Learning

S4:E4

Jamie receives some surprising news; Beth receives an offer; Jimmy settles in on the road; tensions boil over in the bunkhouse.

episode image The Long Black Train
8.0/10 (3867 votes)

#29 The Long Black Train

S1:E4

A secret about John comes to the surface. Beth shows Jenkins a rough night out. Quality time with Tate leads to a close call.

episode image The Remembering
8.0/10 (3579 votes)

#30 The Remembering

S1:E6

John reveals a family secret to Monica, Jamie ramps up his political career, Beth pushes John too far, Kayce and Rip butt heads, and a new partnership threatens Yellowstone.

episode image New Beginnings
8.0/10 (3254 votes)

#31 New Beginnings

S2:E2

Kayce and Rip come to blows. Beth starts buying up land to protect the ranch. Monica begins a new chapter at the university.

episode image I Want To Be Him
8.0/10 (2798 votes)

#32 I Want To Be Him

S4:E6

Beth confronts her father's houseguest; Kayce and his family search for a new home; Jamie seeks answers from Garrett; Lloyd loses his cool.

episode image No Kindness for the Coward
8.0/10 (2730 votes)

#33 No Kindness for the Coward

S4:E8

Tensions escalate with the protestors, but Beth has a plan. Jimmy and Emily get closer. Monica and Kayce share a special moment.

episode image Horses in Heaven
8.0/10 (2507 votes)

#34 Horses in Heaven

S5:E4

John makes swift changes at the Capitol, the venom between Jamie and Beth reaches a boiling point, Rip updates John on his solution to the wolves, and the Yellowstone cowboys brand calves.

episode image Kill the Messenger
7.9/10 (4368 votes)

#35 Kill the Messenger

S1:E2

As the dust settles from the shootout, the Duttons deal with the potential repercussions. John calls in a favor and collects on some old debts. Jamie meets with the governor to do damage control.

episode image The Reek of Desperation
7.9/10 (3125 votes)

#36 The Reek of Desperation

S2:E3

Rainwater teams up with Jenkins for a big business deal, but powerful new enemies look to block their plans. John and Beth groom a new political candidate.

episode image You're the Indian Now
7.9/10 (3117 votes)

#37 You're the Indian Now

S3:E1

John makes a deal with Governor Perry, Beth is uneasy about a hospitality company's presence near the ranch, Monica asks for a favor, and Jamie gets a new opportunity.

episode image Freight Trains and Monsters
7.9/10 (2913 votes)

#38 Freight Trains and Monsters

S3:E2

The Duttons open camp, which proves to be the best therapy for Tate. Jamie and Hendon agree to teach a lesson to two criminals, but it does not go as intended. Beth learns more about Roarke's business plans. Teeter joins the bunkhouse.

episode image All for Nothing
7.9/10 (2764 votes)

#39 All for Nothing

S3:E6

Kayce and Monica help search for a missing Indigenous woman, Market Equities presents Jamie with a lucrative offer, and John finds out about Beth and Jamie's secret.

episode image One Hundred Years Is Nothing
7.9/10 (3267 votes)

#40 One Hundred Years Is Nothing

S5:E1

John is sworn in as governor of Montana, settles into the powers of his office and makes bold moves to protect the Yellowstone, and the bunkhouse and the Duttons enjoy the Governor's Ball.

Cast & Chracters

character image Kayce Dutton

Kayce Dutton

Actor: Luke Grimes
character image Beth Dutton

Beth Dutton

Actor: Kelly Reilly
character image Jamie Dutton

Jamie Dutton

Actor: Wes Bentley
character image Rip Wheeler

Rip Wheeler

Actor: Cole Hauser
character image Monica Dutton

Monica Dutton

Actor: Kelsey Asbille
character image Tate Dutton

Tate Dutton

Actor: Brecken Merrill
character image Jimmy Hurdstrom

Jimmy Hurdstrom

Actor: Jefferson White
character image Walker

Walker

Actor: Ryan Bingham
character image Carter

Carter

Actor: Finn Little
character image Ryan

Ryan

Actor: Ian Bohen
character image Lloyd

Lloyd

Actor: Forrie J. Smith
character image Colby

Colby

Actor: Denim Richards
character image Lynelle Perry

Lynelle Perry

Actor: Wendy Moniz
character image Teeter

Teeter

Actor: Jennifer Landon
character image Emily

Emily

Actor: Kathryn Kelly
character image Mo Brings Plenty

Mo Brings Plenty

Actor: Mo Brings Plenty
character image Thomas Rainwater

Thomas Rainwater

Actor: Gil Birmingham

The highest rated episode of Yellowstone is "Half the Money" (S4E1) with a rating of 9.30.

This episode received 5,212 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Desire Is All You Need" (S5E9) with a rating of 7.00.

This episode received 2,793 votes.

The highest rated episode is "The Unravelling (2)" (S1E9) with a rating of 8.40.

This episode received 3,687 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Kill the Messenger" (S1E2) with a rating of 7.90.

This episode received 4,368 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Resurrection Day" (S2E7) with a rating of 9.20.

This episode received 4,399 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "The Reek of Desperation" (S2E3) with a rating of 7.90.

This episode received 3,125 votes.

The highest rated episode is "The World Is Purple" (S3E10) with a rating of 9.20.

This episode received 4,027 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "You're the Indian Now" (S3E1) with a rating of 7.90.

This episode received 3,117 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Half the Money" (S4E1) with a rating of 9.30.

This episode received 5,212 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "No Such Thing as Fair" (S4E9) with a rating of 7.70.

This episode received 2,739 votes.

The highest rated episode is "Three Fifty-Three" (S5E11) with a rating of 8.30.

This episode received 2,048 votes.


The lowest rated episode is "Desire Is All You Need" (S5E9) with a rating of 7.00.

This episode received 2,793 votes.

Name Department Job
Art Linson Production Executive Producer
Bob Yari Production Executive Producer
Christina Alexandra Voros Production Co-Executive Producer
David C. Glasser Production Executive Producer
John Linson Production Executive Producer
Keith Cox Production Executive In Charge Of Production
Kevin Costner Production Executive Producer
Michael Friedman Production Co-Executive Producer
Stephen Kay Production Executive Producer
Taylor Sheridan Production Executive Producer

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