Stars Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser have commented on the departure of showrunner Chad Feehan from the Paramount+ series Dutton Ranch after its first season. The actors described the change as typical in the industry.
Hauser told The Hollywood Reporter that showrunners change often and that adapting is part of the business. "This business is about adapting," he said. "People move on."
Reilly noted the challenges of production while expressing pride in the result. "It was a really difficult but really satisfying show to make," she said. The series has already been renewed for a second season.
Unverified reports suggested friction between Feehan and the stars as well as with franchise creator Taylor Sheridan. No one involved with the production has confirmed or denied those claims.