The Dream is Not Me

**The Dream is Not Me** is the seventh episode of the fifth season of *Yellowstone*. The episode premiered on December 18, 2022.

## Outline

John deals with a problem with his herd; Senator Perry delivers news to Rainwater; Jamie and Sarah plan their next move; the entire ranch enjoys a rare evening of fun together; Beth discusses a new business plan with the ranch in mind.

## Summary

In a flashback, Rip is jeered by a cowboy for Beth's affections, leading to a fight that leaves his rival severely injured. Despite going to John for help, the cowboy dies. Agreeing to hide the crime, John makes Rip promise to devote the rest of his life to the ranch, implying his Yellowstone branding. Jamie is confronted in his office by Market Equities, along with Sarah, with official papers stating that the Dutton ranch with all its property has been filed for protection as a national park under state jurisdiction. Jamie is livid on hearing the news, since John and Beth kept him out of the loop. Sarah warns him that Equities will sue the state, which will potentially lead to bankruptcy, and convinces him that John needs to be removed from office, promising to have Equities and her support in becoming the next governor. At the ranch, John and the cowboys discover that part of the land has been contaminated by bison, forcing them to use resources meant for winter to feed the cattle. Left with little choice, John decides to lease some land in Texas to protect the livestock from the coming winter, although doing so will put them in debt. Beth discovers another form of income, as opposed to ranching, and struggles to get her father to agree. Jamie prepares a speech to deliver before the state assembly in calling for John Dutton's impeachment, citing self-interest over the state, and the detriment and liability of the state treasury.

## Cast

Main Cast* Kevin Costner as John Dutton
* Luke Grimes as Kayce Dutton
* Kelly Reilly as Bethany Dutton
* Wes Bentley as Jamie Dutton
* Cole Hauser as Rip Wheeler
* Kelsey Asbille as Monica Dutton
* Brecken Merrill as Tate Dutton
* Ryan Bingham as Walker
* Finn Little as Carter
* Ian Bohen as Ryan
* Forrie J. Smith as Lloyd Pierce
* Denim Richards as Colby Mayfield
* Wendy Moniz-Grillo as Lynelle Perry
* Jen Landon as Teeter
* Mo Brings Plenty as Mo
* Gil Birmingham as Thomas Rainwater

Guest Cast* Josh Lucas as Young John Dutton
* Kyle Red Silverstein as Young Rip Wheeler
* Forrest Wilder as Young Lloyd Pierce

Recurring Cast* Piper Perabo as Summer Higgins
* John Emmet Tracy as Ellis Steele
* Dawn Olivieri as Sarah Atwood
* Lilli Kay as Clara Brewer
* Maria Julian as Kate
* Kai Castor as Rowdy
* Hassie Harrison as Laramie
* Jake Ream as Jake
* Ethan Lee as Ethan
* Gabriel Guilbeau as Gator
* Lainey Wilson as Abby
* James Vincent as Carnival Worker
* Arianna Scott as Staffer
* Graham Bright as Zach Bryan Band (Guitarist)
* Lucas Ruge-Jones as Zach Bryan Band (Fiddle)
* Steve Clark as Zach Bryan Band (Drums)
* Kirill Moskalenko as Zach Bryan Band (Guitarist)
* JR Carroll as Zach Bryan Band (Keyboard)
* Zephyr Avalon as Zach Bryan Band (Bass)
* Read Connolly as Zach Bryan Band (Banjo)

Special Appearance* Zach Bryan

## Episode Deaths

* Rowdy - Succumbed to his injuries in a fight with Rip Wheeler

## Music

* *Mountain Song* by **Flatland Cavalry**
* *Let it Out* by **L.A. Edwards**
* *Motorcycle Drive By* by **Zach Bryan**
* *Quittin' Time* by **Zach Bryan**
* *Summertime Blues* by **Zach Bryan**