The upcoming Yellowstone spin-off, Dutton Ranch, has parted ways with showrunner Chad Feehan before a single episode has aired, according to reports. The series, which follows Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) as they start a new life in Texas, is set to premiere on Paramount+ on May 15.
Puck News reports that Feehan has been told he will not return if the show is renewed for a second season. Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan and producer David Glasser were reportedly unhappy with Feehan’s handling of the series, with claims that he “clashed on set with stars Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly and other key players.”
The Independent has approached Paramount, Sheridan, and Feehan for comment. It is expected that Sheridan will promote another Dutton Ranch writer to take over as showrunner.
The spin-off also stars Ed Harris and Annette Bening. Its logline states: “As Beth and Rip fight to build a future together — far from the ghosts of Yellowstone — they collide with brutal new realities and a ruthless rival ranch that will stop at nothing to protect its empire.”
Yellowstone, which ran from 2018 to 2024, was one of America’s most popular TV shows but faced behind-the-scenes drama, including Kevin Costner’s departure amid reported scheduling conflicts with Sheridan.
