Ian Bohen, who is best known for playing the wrangler Ryan on the hit series Yellowstone, has officially joined the cast of Taylor Sheridan‘s military drama Lioness for its upcoming third season. The actor will take on a series regular role as production begins at SGS Studios in Texas.
The New Character
Ian Bohen will be playing Grady, a character described as a by-the-book Delta Force operator and primary K9 handler who is skilled in battlefield tactics. This role marks a significant shift from his cowboy character on Yellowstone and highlights his versatility as an actor.
This casting continues Bohen’s long-running collaboration with creator Taylor Sheridan. This will be their fourth project together, following Bohen’s roles in Yellowstone, the film Wind River, and Sicario: Day of the Soldado, which Sheridan wrote.
Lioness Season 3 Production and Cast
Production for Season 3 of Lioness is now underway in Texas. The show was formally renewed by Paramount+ in October 2025, nearly a year after the Season 2 premiere. The series is a key part of Taylor Sheridan’s expanding collection of shows on the streaming platform.
Bohen will be joining the main cast, which includes Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, who also serve as executive producers. Other returning stars include Morgan Freeman, Michael Kelly, Laysla De Oliveira, and Genesis Rodriguez.
Ian Bohen’s Career and Upcoming Projects
Ian Bohen played the character Ryan across all five seasons of Yellowstone, initially in a recurring role before being promoted to a series regular. His other notable television roles include Peter Hale in Teen Wolf and Roy Hazelitt in Mad Men.
Beyond his work in the Sheridan universe, Bohen recently starred as President Edwards in the action thriller Air Force One Down. He is also set to executive produce and star in the upcoming series To the Rescue.
About the Series Lioness
Lioness is a CIA thriller that follows Joe McNamara (Zoe Saldaña), a CIA officer who runs the Lioness Program, a covert initiative that recruits and trains female operatives to infiltrate criminal and terrorist organizations. The second season saw the CIA’s fight against terror moving closer to home, with Joe grappling with the personal sacrifices demanded by her job.
The series is produced by Paramount Television Studios and 101 Studios. Taylor Sheridan executive produces the show alongside David C. Glasser, Zoe Saldaña, Nicole Kidman, and several others.
