Listen, I wasn't expecting a Thanksgiving episode of Yellowstone because I know better. This show is about vengeful killing, roping steer, and letting Beth say the word "f*ck" as many times as possible in the course of one hour. But in the spirit of the giving season, I'm going to say that this week's episode was a Thanksgiving attempt, because it was full of family and good will and a bit of environmental nihilism. What better way can we honor the time since we came to America and decimated the land?
At the end of last week, we left a (curiously? earnestly? we don't know yet!) Dutton-committed Jamie in charge of looking into the attacks on the family ranch via a tip about a local inmate. That query led to the bad news that it's pretty likely that Jamie's biological dad was responsible, so Jamie's loyalties are really about to be tested. But that's only one part of the drama that unfolds this week. Let's dive in.
John Dutton and a Few Bad/Good Women
I think there are four types of ways to navigate the world: You're either intrinsically good or bad, and, as such, you either strive to do good or bad. In the case of John Dutton, I believe he's a good man who is trying to do good but also does a lot of bad. This is best illustrated by the time he shares with two women: his daughter Beth and that pesky tree hugger, Summer Higgins.
John Dutton, a good guy trying to do good things but very often doing bad—very bad—things.
Beth (bad person who does bad things) has signed on to work for Market Equities with the sole purpose of destroying the company from within. She immediately fires Bob from Schwartz & Meyer, along with his assistant. ("You’re fired, too, you nosy bitch," landed perfectly.) Though I love her, she is not good! John sort of lets her operate as she wants with minimal involvement. This is unlike his interactions with Summer Higgins, who is leading a protest of unethical animal farming. John presses charges and has the whole lot thrown in jail, but then the next day, he bails Summer out. She's as confused as I initially was, but John tells her that he freed her because she believes that what she is doing is right—that's something he can respect. It seems to parlay pretty nicely into his mutual respect of the Broken Rock reservation, too.
But John does point out that whether it's through ranching or otherwise, "there will come a time when Earth sheds us like dead skin, and it will be our fault." I never had it on my Yellowstone bingo card for John to be highlighting the issue of unsustainable farming practices.
Jamie and the Three Generations of Yikes
Jamie interviews Riggins and agrees to give him immunity if he'll answer whether or not his father was behind the killings. Meanwhile, Jamie's father is back at Jamie's place, fielding a whole other generation of problems. So when Jamie gets home to confront his father, he's surprised that Christina is back, baby. Also, with a baby. So Christina is back with a baby, baby. And Jamie having a son is surely going to change how he moves forward with roasting the hell out of his own dad. This spells full blown fiasco, somewhere.
The bunkhouse’s most sympathetic character has finally arrived in Texas.
Bunkhouse Rules
I'm simply not invested in the bunkhouse, but I know it matters to some people, so here we are. Lloyd is still at the bottom of the metaphorical totem pole, getting saddled (no pun intended) with saddle duty alongside Carter, who isn't much higher than Lloyd in the pecking order following that little outburst at the Tractor Supply. The two bond, and damn if Lloyd doesn't need a friend, especially considering that he saw Laramie and Walker doing the deed under that big Montana sky. The stars at night, are big and bright (clap, clap, clap, clap) when you're banging in the heart of Montana!
Jimmy, who is still an idiot, is officially at Four Sixes ranch and has a loose understanding of who George Strait is, and for the time being, I'm going to let that lie and not even explain the context of how he's doing down at the 6666 because I'm still mad at him for getting himself sent there in the first place.
FAQs
Synopsis Jamie has a major revelation; Beth makes plans for her future; Jimmy meets a rodeo legend; Rip's patience is tested.
Does Rip find out what Jamie did? ›
Summary. Rip will eventually find out what Jamie did to Beth, causing him to be furious and potentially seek revenge. Beth's secret about her feud with Jamie could lead to a rift between Rip and John, as Rip may want to kill Jamie for causing Beth pain.
Why did Jamie offer immunity? ›
Jamie offered him full immunity and protection in exchange that he give him the name of the person who ordered the attack.
What happens in Season 3 Episode 1 of Yellowstone? ›
Synopsis In the wake of the Beck Brothers, John reshuffles the political decks; Beth finds a trespasser on the ranch and learns that he may have big ambitions for the surrounding land; John helps Tate deal with his nightmares.
Why does Beth hate Jamie so much? ›
For anyone wondering why does Beth hate Jamie in Yellowstone the answer is multi-layered but perhaps the biggest factor is that she holds him responsible for her being unable to have biological children.
What did Jimmy do wrong at the end of season 3 Yellowstone? ›
John is disappointed with Jimmy as he had previously given him his word that he wouldn't take part in rodeo riding again. However, as Mia was eager for her boyfriend to not give up, Jimmy broke his promise to his boss.
What episode does Beth take Jamie's son? ›
Yellowstone Season 5, Episode 4: Beth Discovers Jamie's Secret Son.
What mental illness does Beth Dutton have? ›
John Dutton is likely a psychopath, Rip is likely a sociopath, and Beth Dutton is like someone with classic [untreated] Borderline Personality Disorder. Psychopathy and sociopathy are two terms used to delineate between traits and behaviors nested within Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD).
What is Jamie's secret? ›
In the custody of a foster family, a young man must come to terms with the sexual abuse he suffered at the hands of his own father, while preparing to face the man in court.
What happened to Beth Dutton's face? ›
The Big Picture. Beth Dutton has endured physical trauma on Yellowstone, resulting in numerous scars that serve as a reminder of her past. The makeup artist behind Yellowstone finds joy in creating Beth's scars, with each one representing a significant moment in the show.
When Jamie finally killed his dad, it was an attempt to side with the Duttons and preserve his own standing. However, the murder turned him into a slave to Beth.
What happens to John Dutton in Season 3? ›
Finally, John Dutton is shot several times by a passing van as he helps a motorist and her son with their flat tire. They shoot the woman, and Dutton is left to ponder a lack of cell service, which clearly he has helped not make possible in his quest to keep the land around him pristine.
What did Kayce do in Yellowstone Season 3? ›
Season Three
When Governor Perry seeks to promote Jamie to Attorney General of Montana, she convinces Kayce to replace Jamie as the new commissioner of the Livestock Association. He reluctantly agrees, and splits his time between his ranch responsibilities and the commissioners office like John before him.
What happens to Beth in Season 3 of Yellowstone? ›
Beth and Rip finally fell in love as the latter came to her rescue when she was under attack. Kayce and Monica came back together and were far closer than before. Tate was rescued by John and Kayce, and they avenged all the havoc unleashed on them. Beth was happy to find her father showing emotion for the family.
What happens in season 3 episode 8 of Yellowstone? ›
At the office, Beth continues her work against Market Equities, prompting Roarke to freak out and try a buyback by shareholders since they are being shorted. Willa decides to try Beth's tactic and has shares of Schwartz & Meyer bought up. At his office, Kayce is greeted by grateful ranchers and then Jamie.
What did Wade steal from John Dutton? ›
Wade Morrow Steals The Brand From Yellowstone Ranch
As a branded man, a rancher is made to uphold the secrets of Yellowstone at all costs. Because Wade left the Yellowstone Ranch, he, in effect, steals the brand from John and his family.
In what episode do Teeter and Colby get attacked? ›
Previously On: Yellowstone Season 3, Episode 8.
What happens in season 3 finale of Yellowstone? ›
Finally, John Dutton is shot several times by a passing van as he helps a motorist and her son with their flat tire. They shoot the woman, and Dutton is left to ponder a lack of cell service, which clearly he has helped not make possible in his quest to keep the land around him pristine.
