archytele The Vault
Season guide

Yellowstone: Season 2

10 episodes Premiered Jun 19, 2019 Updated Sep 18, 2026

Yellowstone Season 2 continues the overarching saga across 10 episodes, following the violent world of the Dutton family, who controls the largest contiguous ranch in the United States. Created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson for Paramount Network, the American neo-Western drama television series features cast members including Kevin Costner, Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, and Wes Bentley. The series focuses on the ra

Previously on Yellowstone

Season 2 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • The series is an American neo-Western drama created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson for Paramount Network.
  • The story follows the Dutton family, who controls the largest contiguous ranch in the United States.
  • The Dutton family navigates a violent world governed by the philosophy of my land, my rules.
  • The cast includes actors Kevin Costner, Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, and Wes Bentley.

Season overview

Yellowstone Season 2 continues the overarching saga across 10 episodes, following the violent world of the Dutton family, who controls the largest contiguous ranch in the United States. Created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson for Paramount Network, the American neo-Western drama television series features cast members including Kevin Costner, Luke Grimes, Kelly Reilly, and Wes Bentley. The series focuses on the ranching family and their ongoing efforts to maintain control over their land under their own rules, navigating a dangerous environment marked by conflict and drama.

Advertisement
Season 2 Episodes

Episode Guide

🛡️ SPOILER SHIELD

Season 2 Progress Shield

Future titles & synopses blurred. Tap "Reveal" on any card to peek.
Binge Efficiency Engine

Season 2: Filler vs. Essential Canon

Filter episodes by narrative weight. Focus on essential mytharc and skip standalone side quests.

40%
60%
Mytharc (4): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (6): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S2·E1 Mytharc

A Thundering

Jun 19, 2019

Kayce settles into his new role at the ranch. A damaging article threatens to expose John. Rainwater pitches his new plan to the tribal council.

S2·E2 Core

New Beginnings

Jun 26, 2019

Kayce and Rip come to blows. Beth starts buying up land to protect the ranch. Monica begins a new chapter at the university.

S2·E3 Core

The Reek of Desperation

Jul 10, 2019

Rainwater teams up with Jenkins for a big business deal, but powerful new enemies look to block their plans. John and Beth groom a new political candidate.

S2·E4 Core

Only Devils Left

Jul 17, 2019

The Duttons try to figure out who's sabotaging their ranch, and Thomas Rainwater breaks ground on his casino, putting all the ranchers' businesses in jeopardy.

S2·E5 Core

Touching Your Enemy

Jul 24, 2019

Jamie tries desperately to walk back a previous mistake. Kayce tracks down evidence. Monica and Martin attend a traditional Indian horse relay.

S2·E6 Core

Blood the Boy

Jul 31, 2019

Jamie makes a drastic move in order to protect his family, Jimmy takes a shot at a rodeo competition, Walker tries to leave the ranch, and Kayce and John spend quality time with Ta

S2·E7 Mytharc

Resurrection Day

Aug 7, 2019

Jamie is driven to a dark place while grappling with the consequences of his actions, Malcolm threatens Beth, and Monica and Tate move to the ranch with Kayce.

S2·E8 Core

Behind Us Only Grey

Aug 14, 2019

John and Rip seek revenge, Monica ponders the consequences of her living situation, and Jimmy clears old debts.

S2·E9 Mytharc

Enemies by Monday

Aug 21, 2019

The Duttons gear up for a final fight with the Becks. Beth helps Monica out of an uncomfortable situation.

S2·E10 Mytharc

Sins of the Father

Aug 28, 2019

The feud with the Becks comes to a head as the Duttons scramble to save one of their own.