Season 1

* Part 1
* Part 2

**Season 1** of Netflix's sitcom series, *The Ranch*, was picked up for a 20-episode-order on June 17, 2015. The season is separated into two parts, each consisting of 10 episodes. Part 1 was released on April 1, 2016 and Part 2 was released on October 7, 2016.

## Synopsis

The show takes place on the fictional Iron River Ranch in the fictitious small town of Garrison, Colorado; detailing the life of the Bennetts, a dysfunctional family consisting of two brothers, their rancher father, and his estranged wife, a local bar owner.

## Cast

* Danny Masterson as Jameson "Rooster" Bennett
* Sam Elliott as Beau Bennett
* Debra Winger as Maggie Bennett
* Elisha Cuthbert as Abby (17/20)
* Bret Harrison as Kenny (10/20)
* Kelli Goss as Heather (10/20)
* Barry Corbin as Dale Rivers (7/20)
* Megyn Price as Mary (6/20)
* Kathy Baker as Joanne (4/20)
* Molly McCook as Darlene (3/20)
* Wilmer Valderrama as Umberto (3/20)
* John Amos as Ed (3/20)
* Ethan Suplee as Officer Billy (3/20)
* Martin Mull as Jerry (2/20)
* Aimeé Teegarden as Nikki (2/20)
* Meagen Fay as Priscilla (1/20)
* Jon Cryer as Bill (1/20)
* Tom Wilson as Coach Fitzgerald (1/20)
* Rex Linn as Coach Saw (1/20)
* Charley Depew as Josh Thompson (1/20)
* Lindsey Kraft as Dr. Boyd (1/20)

## Crew

* Don Reo (Co-creator, writer, executive producer)
* Jim Patterson (Co-creator, writer, executive producer)
* Ashton Kutcher (Executive producer)
* Steve Tompkins (Writer)
* Nathan Chetty (Writer)
* Matt Ross (Writer)
* Max Searle (Writer)
* Jamie Rhonheimer (Writer)
* Steve Leff (Writer)
* David Trainer (Director)

## Episodes

* Part 1
* Part 2

### Part 1

 When Colt Bennett returns home from Canada to try out for a semipro Denver team, he learns that his family's ranch has fallen on hard times.

 Colt runs into an ex at Maggie's bar and reminisces with Rooster over a bottle of whiskey. Getting back in Beau's good graces is a losing battle.

 When his inflated ego lands him in hot water, Colt realizes he's not the big man on campus anymore. Beau's doctor makes him trade in steak for salad.

 Colt smooths things over with Abby. When Maggie drags Beau to the Marriott for a romantic evening, the guys have some fun back at the house.

 Rooster and Colt's long-simmering rivalry comes to a head on the first day of hunting season. But their bickering has an upside for Beau and Maggie.

 Abby gets a taste of her own medicine after a hazy night of drinking. Beau warms to the idea of mending fences with Maggie.

 Colt figures out what he wants from Heather. A sick calf gives Beau an excuse to avoid dealing with his feelings -- and creates some unexpected bonds.

 The ranch's dwindling finances drive a wedge between Beau and the boys, and Colt goes behind his father's back to ask Maggie for help.

 Heather sets up Rooster with her sister, but Colt's afraid he'll ruin a good thing. Maggie and Beau air their dirty laundry at marriage counseling.

 Colt and Rooster worry when Beau has a change of heart about the calves. But that's just the beginning of the surprises that await the Bennett clan.

### Part 2

 An angry Beau clears Maggie's things out of the house. Colt tries to sort out his feelings for Abby and Heather.

 Colt struggles to keep his relationship with Abby under wraps. The boys make a big purchase and try to sell Beau on a business opportunity.

 Beau is unhappy since Maggie left, so Mary tries setting him up with her friend. Colt questions Abby's feelings for him after Rooster plants an idea in his head.

 While Rooster tries to broker peace between Beau and Maggie, Colt apologizes to Heather — but his timing couldn't be worse.

 Beau and Maggie come to a decision about their relationship, but they don't see eye to eye about the ranch. The boys take Kenny out drinking.

 Beau gives Colt and Rooster more responsibility on the ranch. Beau begins to criticize everything in sight because he doesn't like change in his life

 Colt surprises Abby with a romantic date inspired by their past. Rooster talks to Maggie about Beau and his frustration. Beau receives advice from Joanne.

 Beau tries to make amends with the boys, but it may be too little, too late. A job offer drives a wedge between Rooster and Colt.

 Maggie stands up for Rooster when Beau kicks him out of the house. Meanwhile, Colt is torn between his brother and his father.

 Colt realizes what he wants for his future, Beau and Maggie find some closure, and the gang celebrates Christmas at the bar.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Deadline — "Ashton Kutcher & Danny Masterson To Star In Netflix Series From ‘2.5 Men’ Duo" (June 17, 2015)