Key Facts
Paramount+ has released the first season of 'Dutton Ranch,' the sequel to 'Yellowstone,' featuring nine episodes of twists. The season includes multiple deaths, a kidnapping, a pregnancy, and a shocking drug smuggling operation. Here are the 10 most shocking moments ranked.
10. Dwight's Leopard Xena
In Episode 4, Dwight (Ray McKinnon) reveals he keeps an illegal leopard named Xena, after Lucy Lawless' Warrior Princess. The leopard is rehomed after Dwight's death in Episode 5.
9. Beulah Questions Beth About Jamie
In Episode 6, Beulah asks Beth about Jamie's disappearance, hinting at foul play. Beth deflects, and the topic is dropped.
8. Miguel Kills Chet
In Episode 6, Chet (Hart Denton) is shot dead by Miguel during a confrontation with Joaquin. Actor Jai Courtney notes Chet was a pawn in Rob-Will's game.
7. Rip and Beth Lose Their Herd
In Episode 4, the Dutton Ranch cattle are infected with hoof-and-mouth disease from the 10 Petal Ranch's smuggling operation. Rip and his men are forced to euthanize the entire herd.
6. Beulah's Tragic Backstory
Episode 7 reveals Beulah was sexually assaulted, leading to Rob-Will's birth. She later kills her assailant.
5. Beulah's Heart Attack
In Episode 7, Beulah suffers a heart attack after a stressful anniversary party, where Rob-Will forces her to name him successor.
4. Fentanyl Ring Revealed
In Episode 8, it's revealed the 10 Petal Ranch smuggles fentanyl inside cattle. Everett cuts open a cow to retrieve $2 million worth of drugs.
3. Carter Kidnapped
In the finale, Carter is kidnapped by Mariano's men after answering the door expecting Oreana. He is knocked out and taken.
2. Oreana Pregnant
Oreana discovers she is pregnant in the finale. Paternity is uncertain as she was involved with another man earlier.
1. Rob-Will Shot Dead
In the finale, Rob-Will is shot and killed, with Oreana finding his body. An unidentified vehicle flees the scene.
FAQ
Who dies in Dutton Ranch Season 1 finale?
Rob-Will is shot and killed in the finale, leaving Oreana to find his body.
Is Oreana pregnant in Dutton Ranch?
Yes, Oreana discovers she is pregnant in the season finale, though paternity is uncertain.
What is the 10 Petal Ranch smuggling?
The 10 Petal Ranch is smuggling fentanyl inside cattle across the border from Mexico.