John Dutton is sworn in as Governor of Montana. As John settles into the powers of his new office, he makes bold moves to protect the Yellowstone from his opponents. The bunkhouse and the Duttons enjoy the Governor's ball.
As John makes a passionate speech to the state of Montana, a new formidable opponent from Market Equities arrives in Montana on a private jet. The cowboys on the Yellowstone deal with a new problem.
Beth heads to Salt Lake City to take care of unfinished business. A trap is set for Jamie. Kayce makes an important decision for his family. Rainwater deals with mounting pressure.
John makes swift changes at the Capitol, and later gets some advice from Senator Perry. The venom between Jamie and Beth reaches a boiling point. Rip updates John on his solution to the wolves, and the Yellowstone cowboys brand calves.
John tells Clara to cancel his Capitol meetings to brand cattle with the Yellowstone cowboys. Beth's disdain for a perceived rival reaches a boiling point.
The Duttons and the Yellowstone enjoy an almost perfect day branding cattle. Montana gets an unexpected visitor from outside. Sarah continues to sink her teeth into Jamie. Rainwater deals with a challenger from within.
Kevin Costner
John Dutton
Wes Bentley
Jamie Dutton
Luke Grimes
Kayce Dutton
Kelly Reilly
Beth Dutton
Cole Hauser
Rip Wheeler