
The Ranch
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The Ranch is a comedy revolving around a former pro football player who returns to Colorado to help run the family ranch business. The show takes place on the fictional Iron River Ranch in Garrison, Colorado, detailing the life of the Bennetts, a dysfunctional family consisting of two brothers, their rancher father, and his separated wife and local bar owner.
Highest-rated episodes all ranked
- 01
Take Me Home, Country RoadsIn the series finale, Luke opens up about his struggles, Maggie throws one last Christmas party at the bar, and Colt gives Beau a heartwarming gift. - 02
Can't Be Really GoneColt's new responsibilities keep him away from Abby. After a memorable night, Maggie ponders what she wants for her future. - 03
Dying to See HerAbby asks Colt for space, but he finds every excuse in the book to drop by. Luke and Mary tie the knot in Vegas. Lisa Neumann accuses Colt of theft.
Cast
Episodes by season
Season01
- S01E01
Back Where I Come FromApril 1, 2016When 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. - S01E02
Some People ChangeApril 1, 2016Colt 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 ba - S01E03
The Boys of FallApril 1, 2016When 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 f - S01E04
Got a Little CrazyApril 1, 2016Colt 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. - S01E05
American KidsApril 1, 2016Rooster 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 - S01E06
Better as a MemoryApril 1, 2016Abby gets a taste of her own medicine after a hazy night of drinking. Beau warms to the idea of mending fences with Maggie. - S01E07
I Can't Go ThereApril 1, 2016Colt figures out what he wants from Heather. A sick calf gives Beau an excuse to avoid dealing with his feelings — and creates some unexpect - S01E08
Til It's GoneApril 1, 2016The 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. - S01E09
There Goes My LifeApril 1, 2016Heather 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 coun - S01E10
Down the RoadApril 1, 2016Colt 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 Benne - S01E11
Gone as a Girl Can GetOctober 7, 2016An angry Beau clears Maggie's things out of the house. Colt tries to sort out his feelings for Abby and Heather. - S01E12
Season's bestLiving and Living WellOctober 7, 2016Colt struggles to keep his relationship with Abby under wraps. The boys make a big purchase and try to sell Beau on a business opportunity. - S01E13
Sittin' on the FenceOctober 7, 2016Beau's depressed over Maggie, so Mary tries to fix him up with a friend. Colt wonders when Abby's going to follow through on her promise. - S01E14
Let's Fall to Pieces TogetherOctober 7, 2016While Rooster tries to broker peace between Beau and Maggie, Colt apologizes to Heather -- but his timing couldn't be worse. - S01E15
I Know She Still Loves MeOctober 7, 2016Beau 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 - S01E16
Easy Come, Easy GoOctober 7, 2016Rooster and Colt try to prove themselves to Beau, but he doesn't have much faith in them. Colt gets jealous when he sees Abby and Kenny toge - S01E17
I've Come to Expect It from YouOctober 7, 2016Colt plans a special date with Abby. Rooster vents his frustrations to Maggie, while Joanne gives Beau some sage advice. - S01E18
The Cowboy Rides AwayOctober 7, 2016Beau 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. - S01E19
Leavin's Been Comin' (For a Long, Long Time)October 7, 2016Maggie stands up for Rooster when Beau kicks him out of the house. Meanwhile, Colt is torn between his brother and his father. - S01E20
Merry Christmas (Wherever You Are)October 7, 2016Colt realizes what he wants for his future, Beau and Maggie find some closure, and the gang celebrates Christmas at the bar.
Season02
- S02E01
My Next Thirty YearsJune 16, 2017After Heather drops a bombshell, a visit from Abby's parents is the last thing Colt needs -- and they all end up at church together on Chris - S02E02
Things ChangeJune 16, 2017Heather makes a decision about the pregnancy. Mary reads Rooster the riot act for keeping it a secret, and Colt struggles with how to tell A - S02E03
Take Me Away from HereJune 16, 2017After a heart-to-heart with Maggie, Colt steps up and supports Heather. Meanwhile, the tension between Rooster and Beau takes a toll on Magg - S02E04
She'll Have You BackJune 16, 2017Abby agrees to give Colt a chance, but her father isn't as forgiving. Beau and Rooster go to a cattle auction. Maggie thinks about selling t - S02E05
My Best FriendJune 16, 2017The guys wind up in hot water after an ice fishing trip. Beau takes Brenda out to dinner, but Maggie's not far from his mind. - S02E06
Find Out Who Your Friends AreJune 16, 2017Emotions run high when Abby and Heather fight, leaving Colt caught in the middle. Rooster faces the consequences of blowing off work. - S02E07
One of Those NightsJune 16, 2017During a snowstorm, Colt and Abby head out of town, Beau and Joanne get cozy at the ranch, and Maggie meets a charming stranger. - S02E08
I Didn't Ask and She Didn't SayJune 16, 2017Colt gets possessive when Heather starts dating a teacher. Abby gives Beau relationship advice. Maggie has a business proposition for Rooste - S02E09
Last Dollar (Fly Away)June 16, 2017As Heather's medical bills roll in, Colt realizes how expensive it is having a baby. A surprise visitor at the bar sweeps Maggie off her fee - S02E10
Season's bestCan't Be Really GoneJune 16, 2017Colt's new responsibilities keep him away from Abby. After a memorable night, Maggie ponders what she wants for her future. - S02E11
Learning to Live AgainDecember 15, 2017Colt wants to buy Sam Peterson's ranch -- with or without his family's blessing. Colt and Heather have a heart-to-heart about their loss. - S02E12
Wrapped Up in YouDecember 15, 2017Wondering if he's ready to marry Abby, Colt seeks romantic advice from an unlikely source: Beau. Rooster hires a flaky new waitress. - S02E13
Rodeo and JulietDecember 15, 2017Beau ponders a lucrative business offer. Rooster runs afoul of the liquor board. Colt tries to make peace with Abby's Dad. - S02E14
Much Too Young (To Feel This Damn Old)December 15, 2017Colt and Abby start planning their wedding, but they don't see eye to eye. Joanne confesses she still has feelings for Beau. - S02E15
More Than a MemoryDecember 15, 2017Abby moves in with Colt and Beau when she learns she's losing her job. Rooster and Jen the engineer bond over getting dumped. - S02E16
When You Come Back to Me AgainDecember 15, 2017Back in town, Maggie frets about how Rooster's been running the bar. Abby considers a career change. - S02E17
Do What You Gotta DoDecember 15, 2017A job opportunity in Denver threatens to drive a wedge between Colt and Abby. Maggie pushes back about the pipeline. - S02E18
Big MoneyDecember 15, 2017Maggie takes a stand that lands her in hot water. Colt and Rooster come up with a plan to buy the Peterson ranch, but they need Beau's buy-i - S02E19
Ain't Goin' Down ('Til the Sun Comes Up)December 15, 2017Beau shrugs off the doctor's orders and resists the family's efforts to help him. Meanwhile, Colt lashes out at Maggie. - S02E20
If Tomorrow Never ComesDecember 15, 2017Beau leaves the boys hanging about the Peterson ranch. Rooster takes Jen on a date. Colt and Abby fight about their future.
Season03
- S03E01
Starting Over AgainJune 15, 2018In the wake of his heart attack, Beau vows to stop sweating the small stuff -- but Colt and Rooster's latest blunder makes him lose his cool - S03E02
Season's bestIt's All Wrong, But It's All RightJune 15, 2018Maggie fights to keep the ranch afloat as she reaches a breaking point with the boys. Easter dinner with Abby's parents takes a surprising t - S03E03
A Gamble Either WayJune 15, 2018Torn between the ranch and a job opportunity, Colt wonders what's best for his family's future. Mary offers to work at Maggie's bar. - S03E04
Baby I'm BurningJune 15, 2018Four months later, wildfires rage in Colorado. Abby wants to postpone the wedding, but her parents don't approve. Joanne stands up to a stub - S03E05
Travelin' PrayerJune 15, 2018Fires force the town to evacuate. While Maggie takes charge, Beau feels hopeless. Colt runs into Heather, and Rooster meets Mary's boyfriend - S03E06
Tie Our Love (In a Double Knot)June 15, 2018Colt and Mr. Phillips search for Abby. Heather warns Rooster about Nick. An unexpected celebration brings everyone together. - S03E07
Telling Me LiesJune 15, 2018The Bennetts return to the ranch. Beau gets a business proposition from Neumann's Hill. A face from Maggie's past arrives with news. - S03E08
Fresh Out of ForgivenessJune 15, 2018When Colt lands in trouble covering for Rooster, he tries to cash in a favor. Beau invites Joanne to stay at the ranch. Colt plans a surpris - S03E09
It Ain't Fair That It Ain't RightJune 15, 2018Beau's at the end of his rope and decides to teach Colt and Rooster a lesson. Mary realizes she needs to choose between Rooster and Nick. - S03E10
ChangeJune 15, 2018Nick confronts Rooster. Running out of options, Colt reaches out to Lisa Neumann. Joanne urges Beau to make peace with Colt. - S03E11
When It All Goes SouthDecember 7, 2018While Abby's in Denver teaching, Colt works to rebuild the Peterson ranch. Rooster misses his first day of work. - S03E12
RecklessDecember 7, 2018After a fight with Nick lands Colt in hot water, Mary presses her ex for the truth. Beau delivers troubling news. - S03E13
If I Could Just See You NowDecember 7, 2018Beau intervenes to keep Colt out of trouble. Abby and Colt follow a lead. Maggie returns to Garrison, and Mary wrestles with guilt. - S03E14
Changes Comin' OnDecember 7, 2018One month later, tensions run high as Colt and Abby scramble to get ready for the baby. Lisa Neumann makes Beau an offer. - S03E15
Born CountryDecember 7, 2018Colt tries to keep his cool as he worries about Abby -- and wonders if he's ready to be a dad. Maggie catches Mary in a lie. - S03E16
Pass It on DownDecember 7, 2018While Abby and Colt struggle with parenting an infant, another new arrival shakes things up at the ranch. Maggie confronts Mary. - S03E17
Give Me One More ShotDecember 7, 2018Beau's softer side emerges when he takes Luke under his wing, but Colt doesn't trust his cousin. Maggie comforts an exhausted Abby. - S03E18
Keep on Dreamin'December 7, 2018Money troubles put a strain on Colt and Abby's relationship. Beau tries to get Luke help for his PTSD but refuses to bail Colt out of a jam. - S03E19
Down This RoadDecember 7, 2018Colt hides the truth from Abby as their financial woes go from bad to worse. A drunken night leads to an awkward morning after for Mary. - S03E20
We Can't Love Like This AnymoreDecember 7, 2018Beau issues Luke an ultimatum. As Colt tries to prove himself to Abby, Luke makes him an offer -- but Mary drives a wedge between them.
Season04Best season
- S04E01
Dying to See HerSeptember 13, 2019Abby asks Colt for space, but he finds every excuse in the book to drop by. Luke and Mary tie the knot in Vegas. Lisa Neumann accuses Colt o - S04E02
I Wish You'd StaySeptember 13, 2019Back in Colorado, Luke works to win back Colt and Beau's trust. Abby invites Colt to a teachers' mixer. Mary struggles to stay clean. - S04E03
Waitin' on a WomanSeptember 13, 2019Beau gives Colt a taste of his own medicine. Mary asks Luke for help paying the mortgage. Colt confronts Abby about not getting to see Peyto - S04E04
Remind MeSeptember 13, 2019Joanne shares difficult news with Beau. Abby helps Colt with a business idea. When Mary goes missing, Heather takes drastic measures. - S04E05
Love and WarSeptember 13, 2019Out on bail, Mary breaks into her old house to grab her stash. After a talk with Dale, Joanne has a change of heart. Colt and Beau confront - S04E06
The Devil Is Alive and WellSeptember 13, 2019At Colt and Luke's encouragement, Beau and Joanne plan a celebration. Abby asks Colt to go to counseling. Mary's downward spiral continues. - S04E07
Last Time for EverythingSeptember 13, 2019Colt asks Abby to lie to the police. Joanne and Beau have a heart-wrenching talk about the future. Mary tells Luke she wants to go to rehab. - S04E08
Without a FightSeptember 13, 2019Abby and Beau pressure Colt to take Lisa's deal, but support from the local ranchers leads him to waver. Stress causes Luke to lash out. - S04E09
Welcome to the FutureSeptember 13, 2019Colt tries to round up the other ranchers to give Neumann's Hill some competition. After another argument with Abby, Colt signs the divorce - S04E10
Perfect StormSeptember 13, 2019Colt, Beau and Luke bond during a road trip to New Mexico. Back home, Abby runs into Mary and Nick. - S04E11
It Ain't My FaultJanuary 24, 2020Luke, Colt and Beau find Mary in bad shape in Nick's trailer. While Luke brings Mary back to the ranch, Colt and Beau wait for Nick. - S04E12
Like It's the Last TimeJanuary 24, 2020To celebrate their last Thanksgiving on the ranch, Colt and the guys go on a turkey hunt. Mary checks into rehab. - S04E13
Out of SightJanuary 24, 2020Abby invites Colt out for a birthday dinner...which might be a date. But the plan goes off the rails after Colt has an argument with Luke. - S04E14
FadeawayJanuary 24, 2020As Colt battles the elements, he leaves Abby a poignant message. Armed with a new perspective, Beau surprises Joanne. - S04E15
Born to Love YouJanuary 24, 2020Colt finally wins back Abby's trust -- but he's afraid to tell her he knows who killed Nick, Beau and Joanne look for a house together. - S04E16
Not Everything's About YouJanuary 24, 2020Maggie returns from Florida with news. When Dale uncovers a problem with the herd, Colt weighs whether to tell Lisa Neumann. - S04E17
What Was I ThinkingJanuary 24, 2020Luke urges Mary to go back to rehab. The Police find a gun near the trailer and make an arrest, leaving Colt struggling with his conscience. - S04E18
Helluva LifeJanuary 24, 2020Luke's friend from the service offers him a job. Meanwhile, trouble brews with the co-op. Maggie tells Beau that she's met someone new. - S04E19
Dumb Effin' LuckJanuary 24, 2020Jerry warns Colt that Lisa Neumann has a good case against him. And when Luke bails on work, Colt has to miss Peyton's baptism. - S04E20
Season's bestTake Me Home, Country RoadsJanuary 24, 2020In the series finale, Luke opens up about his struggles, Maggie throws one last Christmas party at the bar, and Colt gives Beau a heartwarmi
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