The Yellowstone universe continues to get richer.
Four-time Oscar nominee Ed Harris is returning to television to join the franchise in the upcoming spinoff series, The Dutton Ranch. The series, a direct continuation of the mothership timeline, follows the lives of Beth and Rip.
Harris, Emmy-nominated for his work on HBO’s Westworld, will star alongside Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser, and Finn Little, reprising their roles from the original series. He will join previously announced Annette Bening, a five-time Oscar nominee herself.
The series, executive-produced by franchise creator Taylor Sheridan and showrunner Chad Feehan, will follow the lives of Beth and Rip as they work to manage the 7,000-acre property they fought so hard to retain, while raising their son.
Harris will play Everett McKinney, a “weathered veteran” and veterinarian who, from the sound of it, will provide a sense of compassion and humor to the otherwise intense situations.
Unlike other spinoffs, The Dutton Ranch will remain in the original Yellowstone timeline. The family owns the largest cattle ranch in the United States. After the explosive finale of the initial series, Beth and Rip have taken the helm. Fans will get to see how they handle the trials and tribulations.
Harris reenters the genre after Appaloosa, a film he directed, co-wrote, and starred in. The stars’ film credits include A Beautiful Mind, Pollaok, The Hours, The History of Violence, The Truman Show, and Apollo 13. Additional television appearances include Empire Falls, and Game Change.
The Dutton Ranch is the third Yellowstone spinoff series announced, joining the Michelle Pfeiffer-led The Madison for Paramount+ and Y: Marshals with Luke Grimes returning to the franchise as Kayce Dutton. The latter series will air on CBS.
