The Duttons deal with a painful family anniversary. Kayce saves a young girl from danger. Jamie and Beth plan their respective political careers. Rainwater makes an ominous threat to the Dutton legacy.

Rip stumbles upon a dangerous and dire situation. A plan is set in motion designed to squeeze John Dutton and threaten his way of life. Monica begins a tough recovery.

A Sheriff’s investigation turns the heat up on Rip. Jamie makes a bold decision about his future and faces the consequences. With the walls closing in, John discovers which family and allies will stand with him and fight.

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; Kayce and John spend quality time with Tate.

John makes a passionate speech to the state of Montana, a formidable new opponent from Market Equities arrives on a private jet, and the cowboys on the Yellowstone deal with a new problem.

Beth heads to Salt Lake City to take care of unfinished business, a trap's set for Jamie, Kayce makes an important decision for his family, and Thomas Rainwater deals with mounting pressure.

John tells Clara to cancel his Capitol meetings so he can brand cattle with the Yellowstone cowboys, and Beth's disdain for a perceived rival reaches a boiling point.

John deals with a herd problem, Senator Perry delivers news to Thomas Rainwater, Jamie and Sarah plan their next move, and Beth discusses a new business plan with the ranch in mind.

Jamie goes through with his plan, John lends support to an unexpected friend, the Yellowstone cowboys embark on a journey, and a flashback reveals the source of Rip's loyalty.