Lauren Piester

AI plays a major role in the season, and it’s probably the most fun. .... Other attempts at tackling real topics are less effective. Bradley is one of the most consistent weak spots on this show, which is not necessarily Witherspoon’s fault. The character is confusing, like no one wants to commit fully to any side of her.

There’s nothing brand new here, but there didn’t really need to be. “Ransom Canyon” is a totally competent and delightful cowboy-themed soap that might give you a bit of what “Yellowstone” failed to bring in its final seasons.

I found myself wishing there was more — not just more after the finale, but more in the middle to let this family live and breathe before things fell apart.

A show that’s both too much and not enough at the same time.