If you're already missing Yellowstone or counting down until the next season of Virgin River, we have very good news. Netflix is about to drop a brand new show called Ransom Canyon, and it's one you'll want to add to your watchlist immediately.

Set in the Texas Hill Country and based on the bestselling book series by Jodi Thomas, Ransom Canyon follows three ranching families as their lives (and love stories) collide. There's romance, family tension, long-held secrets, and of course, sweeping Western landscapes. It stars Josh Duhamel as Staten Kirkland, a rugged rancher with a complicated past, and Minka Kelly as Quinn, the local dancehall owner who knows him better than anyone. This seems like the kind of show that pulls you in right away. See for yourself:

Based on what we know so far, this series is part small-town drama and part modern Western, with just enough romance to keep things interesting. The show's main character says it best in the trailer: "In Ransom Canyon, everyone's running from something or running to something." That line pretty much says it all! If you've been craving something with the heart of Virgin River and the ranch setting of Yellowstone, Ransom Canyon might be your next favorite binge.

So whether you're watching alone on the couch with some popcorn and a ranch water or gathering the family for a cozy night in, here's how to tune in when it premieres.

How to Watch Ransom Canyon

Ransom Canyon is a Netflix original, which means the only way to watch it is with an active Netflix subscription. The full first season will be available to stream starting April 17, 2025.

Watch 'Ransom Canyon' on Netflix

Watch 'Ransom Canyon' on Netflix


If you're not already subscribed, Netflix currently offers a few different plans to choose from. The basic ad-supported plan starts at $7.99 per month, or you can upgrade to a standard or premium plan for ad-free viewing and multiple screens. Once you're signed in, just search for Ransom Canyon and hit play!

And while you're there, you can also catch up on other fan-favorite Netflix dramas, like Virgin River and Sweet Magnolias, to keep the cozy small-town vibes going strong.

Happy watching, y'all!

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Kelly O’Sullivan is the senior editor for The Pioneer Woman and manages the website’s social channels, in addition to overseeing content strategy and news.