Plot Synopsis

BLOOD AND OIL is a reality series that follows the Cutters -- a blue-collar, Midwestern family determined to keep their oil company alive amidst Ohio's oil boom. Running on blood, sweat, tears and pure instinct, this family will do whatever it takes to keep the Cutter Oil Company afloat as they take on big oil in the race for black gold. Founded by Charles 'Chuck' and Beth Cutter, Cutter Oil Company consists of their sons CJ, Josh and Shawn, daughter Kristin and her husband, Ray Anthony. Once a thriving family operated oil business, Cutter Oil was suddenly overcome by the recent and untimely death of the company's patriarch, Chuck. As the family struggled with his loss, an oil boom erupted in Ohio, forcing the family to push back in an effort to carry on their father's legacy and make Cutter Oil successful. After discovering that big oil corporations have snatched up drilling rights all over their state, the Cutters are faced with limited options for drilling territory.