Ep 8. Behind Us Only Grey

John Dutton (played by Kevin Costner) is the patriarch of the Dutton family and owner of the largest contiguous ranch in the United States. In the show Yellowstone, Dutton must contend with land developers, Indian reservations, and other factions that threaten his livelihood and his family. Season 2 episode 8, titled Behind Us Only Grey, follows Dutton as he deals with the aftermath of his daughter Beth’s (played by Kelly Reilly) attack.

The previous episode saw Beth being targeted by a group of hitmen who worked for her brother Jamie (played by Wes Bentley). Jamie, who had been angry with Beth for interfering with his career aspirations, mistakenly hired the hitmen to attack her rather than simply scare her. Beth fights back and ultimately survives the attack, but the incident leaves her badly injured and traumatized.

In Behind Us Only Grey, the Dutton family rallies around Beth as she recovers from her injuries. Dutton takes matters into his own hands and begins to investigate who was responsible for the attack. Meanwhile, Jamie is forced to confront the consequences of his actions and must figure out how to deal with the hitmen he hired.

The episode touches on a variety of themes including family loyalty, revenge, and justice. It delves deeper into the complex relationships between the members of the Dutton family, highlighting their strengths and flaws.

One of the standout scenes in the episode is a conversation between Dutton and his son Kayce (played by Luke Grimes). Kayce is struggling with the guilt of having left his post as a US Marine and returning home to the ranch. Dutton, who served in the Army, relates to his son’s struggles and offers some wise words of advice. The scene highlights the importance of family and the role that parents play in guiding their children through difficult times.

Another notable moment in the episode involves a conversation between Dutton and his son-in-law Rip (played by Cole Hauser). Rip has long been a loyal employee of the Dutton ranch and has proven his worth time and time again. In the conversation, Dutton acknowledges Rip’s loyalty and tells him that he is more than just an employee, but a member of the family. The conversation highlights the complicated dynamics between the Dutton family and their employees, and the ways in which they are interconnected.

Overall, Behind Us Only Grey is a powerful and emotional episode that further cements Yellowstone as one of the best shows on television. The performances by the cast are outstanding, particularly by Costner as the brooding and protective patriarch. The episode sets up what is sure to be an explosive finale to the second season and leaves the viewer eagerly anticipating what is to come.