How to Watch ‘Dutton Ranch’ Live on Paramount Network: Premiere Time and Schedule

Kelly Reilly as Beth Dutton and Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler in the new South Texas-set drama, Dutton Ranch.

Published On: May 13, 2026

Author: Mark Schiff

The Yellowstone spin-off/sequel Dutton Ranch has been a long time coming, but it’s almost time to let ‘er Rip.

Yellowstone favorites Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) return in Dutton Ranch, which premieres with back-to-back episodes on Paramount Network Friday, May 15 at 8 PM ET. Here’s everything you need to know to watch one of the most anticipated premieres of 2026 with DISH. Not a DISH subscriber? Follow this link to find the best offer and subscribe to DISH today!

 

What Channel is ‘Dutton Ranch’ On?

New episodes of Dutton Ranch will premiere weekly on Paramount Network (Channel 241 on DISH), starting Friday, May 15 at 8 PM ET. Paramount Network is available on all DISH packages with a subscription to America’s Top 120 and up. 

Network: Paramount Network.

Premiere Date: Friday, May 15, 2026.

Live Broadcast Time: 8:00 PM ET/PT.

Launch Event: The series will debut with a two-episode premiere on the first night.

 

‘Dutton Ranch’ Weekly Broadcast Schedule

Following the two-episode premiere, new episodes of the 9-episode first season will be released weekly at 8 PM ET on Paramount Network. Here are the full details on season 1 of Dutton Ranch:

  • Episode 1: “The Untold Want” (May 15)
  • Episode 2: “Earn Another Day” (May 15)
  • Episode 3: “Act of God Business” (May 22)
  • Episode 4: “Start with a Bullet” (May 29)
  • Episodes 5-8: TBA (Weekly through June)
  • Episode 9: “El Padrino” (July 3)

 

Cast and Story Details

According to a release from Paramount+, “In Dutton Ranch, Beth Dutton (Kelly Reilly) and Rip Wheeler (Cole Hauser) strike out on their own, and relocate for a new adventure. Their ward, Carter (Finn Little), is along for the ride, and – despite serious distractions – Beth and Rip work hard to ensure he becomes the man he’s meant to be.” The show will follow the family “as they take on a 7,000-acre ranch in South Texas. Even with all of its beautiful landscapes and peaceful lifestyle, the pair run into hiccups trying to survive in the area, including a ruthless rival ranch run by a wealthy owner.”

Here’s a full look at the cast:

  • Kelly Reilly as Beth Dutton

  • Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler

  • Ed Harris as Everett McKinney

  • Annette Bening as Beulah Jackson

  • Finn Little as Carter

  • Juan Pablo Raba as Joaquin

  • Jai Courtney as Rob-Will

  • J.R. Villarreal as Azul

  • Marc Menchaca as Zachariah

  • Natalie Alyn Lind as Oreana

 

‘Dutton Ranch’ Red Carpet Premiere

Far from the show’s setting in south Texas, Dutton Ranch had its premiere event on May 12 at the AMC Lincoln Square in New York. According to Deadline, other celebrities in attendance included Martha Stewart, Brooke Shields, Bobby Flay, and Ralph Macchio.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is Chad Feehan still the showrunner? While Feehan is the series creator and served as showrunner for the first season, he departed the project before the premiere due to creative clashes.

  • How many episodes are in the first season? The first season consists of nine episodes.