Yellowstone Spinoffs Ranked by Fans - No. 1 Will Seriously Surprise You
Yellowstone has turned into a franchise, sparking spinoffs, including prequels, and shows that are inspired by it. With so many spinoffs to choose from, it's interesting to contemplate which one has become fans' favorite.
Of course, nothing will ever replace the original Yellowstone series, starring Kevin Costner as John Dutton, a Montana rancher who is determined to protect his family's land at all cost.
The prequels 1883 and 1923 began tracing the Dutton family tree, explaining their connection to the land on which the modern-day Dutton ranch sits. However, another spinoffs focuses on the continuing saga of feisty Dutton daughter, Beth, and her ranch manager husband, Rip Wheeler.
And it's that show, Dutton Ranch, that occupies the top spot on the site Ranker. That's fast, though, considering it debuted on May 15 on Paramount.
Dutton Ranch Showcases Its Main Characters' 'Intense Chemistry'
As Ranker explains, fans appreciate that Dutton Ranch contains two of the original series' most popular characters.
"Long-time viewers will appreciate how this series keeps the fire alive for favorite characters Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler," Ranker wrote. "Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser return to bring their intense chemistry to this continuation of the original storyline."
Fans of Yellowstone knows that Rip was taken in by the Dutton family when he was a teen and needed shelter from a family tragedy.
Explains Ranker: "This show acts as a direct anchor to the original series by keeping the core heart of the ranch alive for the audience."
What Are the Other Top 'Yellowstone' Spinoffs?
Occupying second place on Ranker's list? The Madison. This show contains a new cast of characters but also occurs in Montana. Third place? The prequel 1883, which traced the Dutton family ancestors' journey and tragedies.
Lawmen: Bass Reeves was number four. Fifth place? 1923, another prequel, which continued the saga with Harrison Ford playing a Dutton.
In Dutton Ranch, Beth and Rip, and their informally adopted son Carter, have moved to Texas. Fans of Yellowstone will remember that the ranch was sold to the indigenous tribe in the area.
Beth Dutton's Character Will Be More 'Dangerous' in the Spinoff
John Dutton, Costner's character, was murdered in the original series, and his name is evoked several times in Dutton Ranch, giving the show additional linkage to the original, according to Page Six.
Dutton Ranch executive producer Christina Alexandra Voros told Page Six that Beth's character will grow more "dangerous" in the spinoff.
She also indicated that it's not like Beth and Rip get to simply fade into peaceful, domesticated life. A show wouldn't pay true homage to the original if it wasn't violent. "You really see these two people who have fought so hard to try to finally have peace. And no matter how badly they want it, war keeps coming to their doorstep," she told Page Six.
According to Fox News, the Yellowstone franchise, which was created by Taylor Sheridan, carries the strategy of introducing country music stars as characters. For example, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill starred in 1883.
This story was originally published by Men's Journal on May 16, 2026, where it first appeared in the Entertainment section. Add Men's Journal as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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This story was originally published May 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM.