The Dutton family faced one of their darkest hours in Yellowstone Season 2 Episode 9, titled “Enemies by Monday.” This penultimate episode of the second season delivered intense drama as the Beck brothers crossed a line by kidnapping young Tate Dutton, while the bunkhouse crew carried out a brutal revenge mission. The episode also featured one of the most memorable scenes between Beth Dutton and Monica after a shocking incident at a boutique. Here is a detailed look at the cast and characters who brought this Taylor Sheridan drama to life.
The Main Dutton Family Cast
Kevin Costner leads the ensemble as John Dutton, the patriarch of the Yellowstone Ranch. In this episode, John faces every parent’s worst nightmare when his grandson Tate goes missing. After telling Kayce earlier that “if you build something worth having, someone’s gonna try and take it,” John discovers tracks in the valley that lead to the horrifying realization that Tate has been taken. Costner brings the weight of a man who has lost so much already, now facing the potential loss of his grandchild .
Kelly Reilly delivers a standout performance as Beth Dutton, the fierce and unpredictable daughter. This episode features what many fans and podcasts like Dutton Rules call the iconic boutique scene . When Monica is racially profiled and forced to strip by police at a store, Beth arrives and takes control. She photographs the scene, destroys the shop, and humiliates the owner Veronique. Later, Beth shares a raw moment with Monica at a bar, telling her she has “a kind soul” and predicting she will leave the Duttons because she is too good for them .
Luke Grimes plays Kayce Dutton, the former Navy SEAL and John’s son. The episode opens with Kayce and Torry planting a bomb in the fuel tank of the Beck brothers’ plane . This act of warfare sets the tone for the episode. Later, Kayce must join the search for his missing son, and when Monica finds Tate’s boot, Kayce’s world crumbles.
Wes Bentley portrays Jamie Dutton, the lawyer son who always struggles for approval. In this episode, Jamie receives life-changing news. Christina reveals she is pregnant with his child and gives him an ultimatum: serve his father’s family or serve his own. Jamie admits he is “trying” to be a good man when she asks, showing his internal conflict .
Kelsey Asbille plays Monica Long Dutton, Kayce’s wife. Her storyline in this episode is particularly harrowing. After being falsely accused of shoplifting by Veronique, she is forced to strip in a dressing room by police. Beth rescues her, but the trauma is clear. Later, when Tate is taken, Monica collapses screaming when they find his boot, showcasing Asbille’s emotional range .
Brecken Merrill plays Tate Dutton, the young son of Kayce and Monica. Tate goes to feed his horse before dessert but forgets to lock the pen. He hears something that concerns him, and by the time John checks on him, he is gone. The episode ends with the devastating discovery of his boot, confirming the Beck brothers have taken him .
The Yellowstone Ranch Crew
Cole Hauser stars as Rip Wheeler, the loyal ranch foreman and Beth’s love interest. When Jimmy learns of his grandfather’s death, Rip stops him from grabbing a rifle and instead offers to show him how to “get rid of problems so they don’t become new ones” . Rip leads the bunkhouse crew in a nighttime revenge mission that ends in an explosion.
Jefferson White plays Jimmy Hurdstrom, the ranch hand trying to turn his life around. His grandfather dies from injuries sustained in an assault by Jimmy’s former drug-dealing associates. Jimmy retrieves his rodeo belt buckle from the trailer just before it explodes, getting his revenge .
Ian Bohen portrays Ryan, one of the bunkhouse cowboys. Ryan insists on joining the revenge mission, even though Rip warns him that means taking the brand. Ryan fully commits, showing his loyalty to the Yellowstone crew .
Denim Richards plays Colby, another bunkhouse hand. He joins the mission alongside Ryan, Lloyd, Rip, and Jimmy .
Forrie J. Smith appears as Lloyd, the senior cowboy and bunkhouse leader. He is part of the team that carries out the explosion at the trailer .
Steven Williams plays Cowboy, a mysterious figure who appears in this episode. As the men prepare for the mission, Cowboy decides to head out and suggests Colby do the same, though Colby stays .
The Villains and Antagonists
Neal McDonough delivers a chilling performance as Malcolm Beck, one of the primary antagonists of Season 2. Along with his brother Teal, Malcolm escalates the war with the Duttons to its highest point by kidnapping Tate. McDonough has since addressed the infamous bomb plot that never paid off, suggesting creator Taylor Sheridan uses such elements as “mental threats to keep the audience on edge” . He praised Sheridan’s unpredictable storytelling, noting that killing Malcolm in a field showdown was more effective than a plane explosion .
Terry Serpico plays Teal Beck, Malcolm’s brother and partner in their war against the Duttons.
Lane Garrison appears as Ray, one of the men who assaulted Jimmy’s grandfather. He meets his end when Rip and the crew blow up his trailer .
Ryan Dorsey plays Blake, Ray’s associate who also dies in the trailer explosion .
Recurring Cast and Guest Stars
Danny Huston appears as Dan Jenkins, the billionaire who has been clashing with John over land development. In this episode, Dan visits John and offers to sell his land, but John cannot afford to buy him out. Dan acknowledges that once the Becks are dealt with, they will return to being enemies .
Katherine Cunningham plays Christina, Jamie’s former associate and love interest. She delivers the shocking news that she is pregnant, giving Jamie nine months to figure out what kind of man he wants to be .
Allison Dunbar portrays Veronique, the boutique owner who falsely accuses Monica of theft. Her racist behavior leads to the intense confrontation with Beth, who forces her to experience the same humiliation she inflicted on Monica .
Wolé Parks plays Torry, a security guard who helps Kayce plant the bomb on the Beck brothers’ plane .
Jake Ream appears as Jake, a ranch hand .
Stanley Peternel plays Dirk Hurdstrom, Jimmy’s grandfather, who is found dead after being beaten .
David Cleveland Brown portrays Jason .
Rob Kirkland plays Watch Commander Bill Ramsey .
Kacey Bates and Eddie Wilde appear as the police officers who force Monica to strip .
Episode Overview and Significance
“Enemies by Monday” originally aired on August 21, 2019, on Paramount Network . The episode runs approximately 42 minutes and received high praise, with an 8.9 rating from thousands of viewers . It was written by Taylor Sheridan and directed by Stephen Kay.
The episode sets up the Season 2 finale by raising the stakes to their highest point. Tate’s kidnapping represents the first time the enemies of the Duttons have gone after a child, and it forces John to confront what truly matters. Meanwhile, Jamie’s pregnancy news creates a new storyline that will carry into future seasons.
CBS aired this episode on December 3, 2023, bringing the series to network television audiences .
Memorable Moments and Character Interactions
The boutique scene between Beth and Monica stands as one of the series’ most talked-about moments. Beth’s fierce protection of her sister-in-law, despite their complicated relationship, shows her loyalty. Her speech to Monica about being “too good” for the Duttons reveals Beth’s self-awareness about her family’s darkness .
The revenge on Ray and Blake demonstrates the bunkhouse crew’s willingness to do whatever it takes to protect their own. Rip’s methodical approach to “getting rid of problems” shows why he is so valuable to John.
Jamie’s scene with Christina continues his struggle with identity and morality. His admission that he is “trying” to be a good man, coupled with his inability to fully commit to being a father, sets up his ongoing character arc.
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Where to Watch
Yellowstone Season 2 is available for streaming on Peacock in the United States. In the UK, viewers can watch on Paramount Plus . The series has also aired on CBS, bringing the Dutton family drama to broadcast television audiences.
The complete series, which ran from 2018 to 2024 across five seasons and 53 episodes, is available on various platforms depending on the region .
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