Thomas Rainwater is a fictional character portrayed by Gil Birmingham in the TV series Yellowstone.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Daybreak (season 1), they were 64 years old.
They appear in all 47 aired episodes so far and have accumulated 135 positive votes.
Episodes47
Daybreak
episode S1.E1 june 2018John Dutton tries to protect his ranch from land developers, an Indian reservation and America's first national park.
Kill the Messenger
episode S1.E2 june 2018As the dust settles from the shootout, the Duttons deal with the potential repercussions.
No Good Horses
episode S1.E3 july 2018The Duttons deal with a painful family anniversary. Kayce saves a young girl from danger. Jamie and Beth plan their respective political careers. Rainwater makes an ominous threat to the Dutton legacy.
The Long Black Train
episode S1.E4 july 2018A secret about John comes to the surface; Beth shows Jenkins a rough night out; Quality time with Tate leads to a close call.
Coming Home
episode S1.E5 july 2018As Kayce feels the heat from tribal police, Jamie works his legal magic; Rip recruits a new cowboy; John makes a play to keep Kayce and Monica close to home.
The Remembering
episode S1.E6 august 2018A new partnership threatens John and the Yellowstone; Jamie ramps up his political campaign.
A Monster Is Among Us
episode S1.E7 august 2018Rip stumbles upon a dangerous and dire situation; A plan is set in motion designed to squeeze John and threaten his way of life; Monica begins a tough recovery.
The Unravelling: Part 1
episode S1.E8 august 2018Rip faces a sheriff's investigation after his accident with the tourists, Jamie's political future comes into question, and Beth goes after Dan's finances.
The Unravelling: Part 2
episode S1.E9 august 2018John discovers his true alliances, Rip searches for answers, Jamie's political career is threatened, Beth takes on a new role, and Kayce returns home.
A Thundering
episode S2.E1 june 2019Kayce settles into his new role at the ranch; A damaging article threatens to expose John; Rainwater pitches his new plan to the tribal council.
New Beginnings
episode S2.E2 june 2019Kayce and Rip come to blows; Beth starts buying up land to protect the ranch; Monica begins a new chapter at the university.
The Reek of Desperation
episode S2.E3 july 2019New powerful enemies look to block Rainwater and Jenkins' plans for a big business deal; John and Beth groom a new political candidate.
Only Devils Left
episode S2.E4 july 2019John's enemies strike a direct hit on the Yellowstone. John forms an unlikely alliance. Kayce has his first day as a livestock officer.
Touching Your Enemy
episode S2.E5 july 2019Jamie tries desperately to confront a previous mistake; Kayce tracks down evidence; Jimmy tries to make some extra cash on the side.
Blood the Boy
episode S2.E6 july 2019Jamie makes a drastic move in order to protect his family; Jimmy takes a shot at a rodeo competition.
Resurrection Day
episode S2.E7 august 2019Tensions escalate as the Beck brothers become frustrated by the Duttons' unwillingness to play ball; Jamie looks for a fresh start at the ranch.
Behind Us Only Grey
episode S2.E8 august 2019John and Rip seek revenge; Monica ponders the consequences of her living situation on the ranch; Jimmy clears old debts.
Enemies by Monday
episode S2.E9 august 2019The Duttons gear up for a final fight with the Becks; Beth helps Monica out of an uncomfortable situation.
Sins of the Father
episode S2.E10 august 2019The feud with the Becks comes to a head as the Duttons scramble to save one of their own.
You're the Indian Now
episode S3.E1 june 2020In the wake of the Beck Brothers, John reshuffles the political decks; Beth finds a trespasser on the ranch and learns that he may have big ambitions for the surrounding land; John helps Tate deal with his nightmares.
Freight Trains and Monsters
episode S3.E2 june 2020Jamie starts a new job; Beth comes to a realization about Market Equities and visits Roarke; Rip searches for another ranch hand: A livestock agent goes too far.
An Acceptable Surrender
episode S3.E3 july 2020Jamie plays cover-up and damage control with Hendon; Governor Perry hears a $6 billion pitch for a development right on the Yellowstone, and later makes some political maneuvers; Jimmy competes in a rodeo competition.
Going Back to Cali
episode S3.E4 july 2020Beth shares a personal secret with Rip; John and the boys deal with some hostile trespassers from out of state; Rainwater reaches out to a powerful woman to help secure the future of Broken Rock.
Cowboys and Dreamers
episode S3.E5 july 2020The reason for Beth and Jamie's toxic relationship is revealed. Kayce bends the rules to help a family in need. Rip and the boys get into a confrontation with two men from John's past.
All for Nothing
episode S3.E6 july 2020Beth reveals a secret to her father; John confronts two cowboys about old feuds; a search gets underway on the reservation.
The Beating
episode S3.E7 august 2020Kayce searches for answers following a theft on the ranch, Jamie learns a shocking family secret, John issues a warning, and Beth takes matters into her own hands.
I Killed a Man Today
episode S3.E8 august 2020Beth continues her battle with Willa Hayes, and brings John a lucrative offer. Monica has a harrowing ordeal.
Meaner Than Evil
episode S3.E9 august 2020Jamie confronts his past. Rip approaches Kayce about an old problem. The bunkhouse looks to defend two of their own.
The World Is Purple
episode S3.E10 august 2020John sits down at the negotiating table with former friends and foes. As the battle for the future of the Yellowstone heats up, nothing will ever be the same.
Half the Money
episode S4.E1 november 2021The coordinated attack on the Duttons continues as everyone searches for answers on who is responsible; Rip delivers on a promise.
Phantom Pain
episode S4.E2 november 2021John and Kayce discuss the attack. Jamie finds his new home. Beth and Rip have unexpected company.
All I See Is You
episode S4.E3 november 2021John seeks revenge with help from some unexpected allies. Kayce solves a problem with an unconventional method. Beth gives Carter his options. Jimmy prepares for a change.
Winning or Learning
episode S4.E4 november 2021Jamie receives some surprising news; Beth receives an offer; Jimmy settles in on the road; tensions boil over in the bunkhouse.
Under a Blanket of Red
episode S4.E5 november 2021John and Kayce are forced to deal with some newcomers in town; Lloyd is in the doghouse with Rip, and finds purpose in teaching Carter; Jamie seeks information about his father.
I Want to Be Him
episode S4.E6 december 2021Beth confronts her father's houseguest; Kayce and his family search for a new home; Jamie seeks answers from Garrett; Lloyd loses his cool.
Keep the Wolves Close
episode S4.E7 december 2021John is put in an awkward position by Gov. Perry; Carter works to earn back Beth's trust; Jamie is in for a big surprise.
No Kindness for the Coward
episode S4.E8 december 2021Tensions escalate with the protestors, but Beth has a plan; Jimmy and Emily get closer; Monica and Kayce share a special moment.
No Such Thing as Fair
episode S4.E9 december 2021John and Beth squabble; Jimmy has an important decision to make; Kayce begins a new quest; Jamie realizes Garrett's past might affect his own future.
Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops
episode S4.E10 january 2022To the Duttons, family is everything; however, newfound truths threaten that bond. Jimmy comes home and has important decisions to make. Beth takes family matters into her own hands.
One Hundred Years Is Nothing
episode S5.E1 november 2022John Dutton is sworn in as Governor of Montana; as he settles into the powers of his new office, he makes bold moves to protect Yellowstone from his opponents
The Sting of Wisdom
episode S5.E2 november 2022As John makes a passionate speech to the state of Montana, a new formidable opponent from Market Equities arrives in Montana on a private jet. The cowboys on the Yellowstone deal with a new problem.
Tall Drink of Water
episode S5.E3 november 2022Beth heads to Salt Lake City to take care of unfinished business; a trap is set for Jamie; Kayce makes an important decision for his family.
Horses in Heaven
episode S5.E4 november 2022John makes swift changes at the Capitol; later, he receives some advice from Senator Perry; the venom between Jamie and Beth reaches a boiling point.
Watch 'Em Ride Away
episode S5.E5 december 2022John tells Clara to cancel his Capitol meetings to brand cattle with the Yellowstone cowboys; Beth's disdain for a perceived rival reaches a boiling point.
Cigarettes, Whiskey, a Meadow and You
episode S5.E6 december 2022The Duttons and the Yellowstone enjoy an almost perfect day branding cattle; Montana gets an unexpected visitor from outside; Sarah continues to sink her teeth into Jamie; Rainwater deals with a challenger from within.
The Dream Is Not Me
episode S5.E7 december 2022John deals with a problem with his herd; Senator Perry delivers news to Rainwater; Jamie and Sarah plan their next move; the entire ranch enjoys a rare evening of fun together; Beth discusses a new business plan with the ranch in mind.
A Knife and No Coin
episode S5.E8 january 2023Jamie goes through with his plan; John has a request for Monica and lends support to an unexpected friend; the Yellowstone cowboys embark on a big change; a flashback reveals a source of Rip's loyalty.
- Daybreak
- Kill the Messenger
- No Good Horses
- The Long Black Train
- Coming Home
- The Remembering
- A Monster Is Among Us
- The Unravelling: Part 1
- The Unravelling: Part 2
- A Thundering
- New Beginnings
- The Reek of Desperation
- Only Devils Left
- Touching Your Enemy
- Blood the Boy
- Resurrection Day
- Behind Us Only Grey
- Enemies by Monday
- Sins of the Father
- You're the Indian Now
- Freight Trains and Monsters
- An Acceptable Surrender
- Going Back to Cali
- Cowboys and Dreamers
- All for Nothing
- The Beating
- I Killed a Man Today
- Meaner Than Evil
- The World Is Purple
- Half the Money
- Phantom Pain
- All I See Is You
- Winning or Learning
- Under a Blanket of Red
- I Want to Be Him
- Keep the Wolves Close
- No Kindness for the Coward
- No Such Thing as Fair
- Grass on the Streets and Weeds on the Rooftops
- One Hundred Years Is Nothing
- The Sting of Wisdom
- Tall Drink of Water
- Horses in Heaven
- Watch 'Em Ride Away
- Cigarettes, Whiskey, a Meadow and You
- The Dream Is Not Me
- A Knife and No Coin
Best moments7
- Beth reveals a secret to her father; John confronts two cowboys about old feuds; a search gets underway on the reservation.
- John Dutton tries to protect his ranch from land developers, an Indian reservation and America's first national park.
- Beth continues her battle with Willa Hayes, and brings John a lucrative offer. Monica has a harrowing ordeal.
- John sits down at the negotiating table with former friends and foes. As the battle for the future of the Yellowstone heats up, nothing will ever be the same.
- The coordinated attack on the Duttons continues as everyone searches for answers on who is responsible; Rip delivers on a promise.
- John and Kayce discuss the attack. Jamie finds his new home. Beth and Rip have unexpected company.
- John seeks revenge with help from some unexpected allies. Kayce solves a problem with an unconventional method. Beth gives Carter his options. Jimmy prepares for a change.
- All for Nothing
- Daybreak
- I Killed a Man Today
- The World Is Purple
- Half the Money
- Phantom Pain
- All I See Is You