Yellowstone Spinoff: Beth & Rip Return in a New Chapter

Cast and Characters

• Kelly Reilly (Beth Dutton) and Cole Hauser (Rip Wheeler) are officially confirmed to be reprising their iconic roles. This project serves as a direct continuation of the Yellowstone saga. TechRadarChronTheWrap

• Finn Little, who played Carter—a troubled teen taken in by Beth and Rip—is also set to return, suggesting he’ll play a significant supporting role. TechRadarThe Times of India

Development & Production

• The series was first announced in December 2024, replacing the idea of a Yellowstone Season 6. TechRadarWikipedia

• Cole Hauser has confirmed that a prior rumored title, Dutton Ranch, is not the official title. The real title remains undisclosed. Country LivingGood HousekeepingTechRadar

• Production has begun in Texas, specifically Ferris, as part of a shift from traditional Montana locations, although the storyline may still reference or incorporate ranch settings. Country LivingChron+1

Tone & Timeline

• The spinoff is set in the present day, picking up right after the final season of Yellowstone. It promises to carry the same rugged, neo-Western tone and emotional weight as the original. TechRadar+1TheWrap

• Initially, a late 2025 release on Paramount+ was anticipated, though some sources suggest 2026—no official premiere date has been confirmed yet. TechRadarDecider

Expanding the Sheridan-verse

• This is just one of several spinoffs slated for release or development in the Yellowstone universe. Other related series include The Madison, Y: Marshals, 1944, and 6666. ChronDeciderWikipedia

Quick Summary Table

This spinoff is shaping up to be one of the most authentic continuations of the Yellowstone saga, deeply rooted in its characters and tone.