Series synopsis
The Last Cowboy is an American reality drama western television series that premiered on CMT on July 24, 2019. It was created by Taylor Sheridan. It stars Dan Nachtrab.
A documentary competition show that chronicles the lives of riders competing in the high-stakes sport of horse reining. The contenders are determined to elevate and preserve the cowboy tradition as they guide horses through precise patterns of circles, spins and stops. Run for a Million serves as the culmination of the series, where the riders compete for a $1 million purse.
Premise
A documentary competition show that chronicles the lives of riders competing in the high-stakes sport of horse reining. The contenders are determined to elevate and preserve the cowboy tradition as they guide horses through precise patterns of circles, spins and stops. Run for a Million serves as the culmination of the series, where the riders compete for a $1 million purse.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Dan Nachtrab as Narrator
Episodes
This series spans 6 seasons with 36 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 6 | July 24, 2019 | August 28, 2019 |
| Season 2 | 6 | November 12, 2021 | December 17, 2021 |
| Season 3 | 6 | November 17, 2022 | December 22, 2022 |
| Season 4 | 6 | November 17, 2023 | December 15, 2023 |
| Season 5 | 6 | November 15, 2024 | December 20, 2024 |
| Season 6 | 6 | November 7, 2025 | December 12, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Cowboy Way Eight modern-day cowboys and cowgirls train to compete for the first-ever million-dollar prize in horse reining, one of the toughest and most dangerous sports in the world. |
July 24, 2019 |
| 2 |
Ride or Die As the riders prepare for the Cactus Classic, Matt struggles when his horse has health issues, and Abby feels the pressure in her first competition since going solo. |
July 31, 2019 |
| 3 |
Back in the Sadle While one rider revels in their latest victory, others prepare for the next face off on the road to the Million Dollars. Craig seeks revenge while Abby enlists the help of a new rider to keep her ranch above water. |
August 7, 2019 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Cactus Classic The top trainers in the sport of horse reining dial up the heat in Arizona as they try to qualify for this year's Run For A Million, giving them a shot at the largest purse in the history of the sport. |
November 12, 2021 |
| 2 |
Horse Power With the final qualifiers selected for this year's Run For A Million, it's back to the ranches as the McCutcheon dynasty gets back to business; after missing the qualifier, Abby Lengel must begin the process of trying to get back into the competition. |
November 19, 2021 |
| 3 |
The Next Generation Andrea, Matt, and Craig share the struggles and joys of the sport they love while training some of the next generation's brightest reining stars -- their children. |
November 26, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Shootout The only thing more difficult than the Run for a Million is qualifying for it. The best reiners in the biz compete at The RFAM ShootOut in Las Vegas. But nothing is certain – the new faces are right on the heels of the highest ranking riders. |
November 17, 2022 |
| 2 |
The Cactus Classic Riders from around the world descend upon Arizona for their last chance to qualify for the Run for a Million. Veteran favorites struggle to stay on the leaderboard, getting knocked out by new riders. |
November 24, 2022 |
| 3 |
Do You Have the Horse? The 16-qualified riders start their preparations by testing out their horses at the National Reining Breeders Cup event in Texas. Despite a devastating injury, Casey Deary continues to dominate. Cade McCutcheon struggles to find his groove. |
December 1, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Million Dollar Stakes Top-level horse reiners from all over the world enter into the highly competitive Cactus Classic in Scottsdale, Ariz., for their last chance to qualify for the biggest event in reining: The Run for a Million |
November 17, 2023 |
| 2 |
The Road to the Million As scores hit new heights at the Cactus Classic qualifier, some unexpected players rise up to qualify for the 2023 Run For a Million while other crowd favorites are left behind. |
November 24, 2023 |
| 3 |
Million Dollar Horsepower With The Run for a Million approaching, the qualified riders have to decide which horses they'll show in Las Vegas. At the National Reining Breeders Classic in Tulsa, Oklahoma, riders test out their options and check out the competition. |
December 1, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Million Dollar Rider Everyone is giving it their all and going big at the Cactus Classic - the last chance to secure a seat at this year's biggest event in reining, the Run For A Million. |
November 15, 2024 |
| 2 |
Last Chance to Run Talented trainers compete to qualify for the big event in Western equine sports, The Run For A Million; qualified riders prepare for their shot to be the champion. |
November 22, 2024 |
| 3 |
Cutting the Competition The Run For A Million is fast approaching, and every rider is preparing to be this year's champion; riders are testing out their skills and searching for their perfect horse at the NRBC. |
November 29, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
All Out Shootout There’s only 2 chances to qualify |
November 7, 2025 |
| 2 |
Your Last Chance There’s only 2 chances to qualify |
November 14, 2025 |
| 3 |
Qualified To Ride Cactus Classic comes to an end, riders will secure the spot in The Run For A Million |
November 21, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | CMT |
|---|---|
| First aired | July 24, 2019 |
| Last aired | December 12, 2025 |
| Runtime | 41 minutes |
| Status | continue |
| Schedule | Friday at 20:00:00 |