Yellowstone Spin-off The Dutton Ranch Adds Ed Harris as Production Begins
The Yellowstone universe continues to expand, and fans have just received another exciting update. As cameras officially begin rolling on Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser’s highly anticipated spin-off, The Dutton Ranch, Oscar-nominated actor Ed Harris has joined the cast in a leading role.
A Hollywood Heavyweight Joins the Dutton Legacy
Per Deadline, Harris will play Everett McKinney, a weathered veteran and veterinarian known for his compassion toward animals and dry sense of humor. The character promises to bring both warmth and grit to the series, which will once again explore the complex moral landscape of modern ranch life.
Harris is a seasoned actor celebrated for acclaimed performances in Top Gun: Maverick, The Truman Show, Apollo 13, and Pollock. His addition marks a major boost for the Yellowstone spin-off, which already boasts a star-studded lineup.
Annette Bening Also Joins the Cast
The casting of Harris follows the recent announcement that Annette Bening has been added to the project as Beulah Jackson, a “powerful, cunning, and charming” Texas ranch owner who poses a formidable challenge to Beth and Rip.
Bening, fresh off her acclaimed performances in Nyad and Apple Never Falls, will bring commanding energy and intelligence to her new role — and likely clash with Reilly’s fierce Beth Dutton in what’s shaping up to be an unforgettable on-screen rivalry.
The Dutton Ranch: What We Know So Far
Set in the present-day timeline of the original Yellowstone, The Dutton Ranch follows Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) as they work to preserve their hard-earned peace on a sprawling 7,000-acre ranch.
According to the show’s official logline, “The Dutton Ranch, home to Beth and Rip, is a testament to the peace they sought, fought for, and nearly died for, as they’ve come to cherish their 7,000-acre land. With tough times and stiff competition, Beth and Rip do what they must to survive, all while ensuring Carter (Finn Little) becomes the man he’s supposed to be.”
Finn Little will reprise his role as Carter, confirming his return by sharing a black-and-white photo on Instagram with the caption: “So it is true!!” The young actor joined the original series in Season 4 and quickly became a fan favorite as the troubled teen Beth and Rip took in and raised as their own.
Taylor Sheridan’s World Expands Again
The Dutton Ranch comes from Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan and his powerhouse team of executive producers, including David C. Glasser, John Linson, and Cole Hauser himself. Filming has officially begun, though a premiere date has yet to be announced.
With Harris and Bening now on board, and Reilly and Hauser leading the charge, The Dutton Ranch is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated spin-offs in the Yellowstone universe — a continuation of the saga’s blend of love, loyalty, and ruthless survival.