Why Yellowstone's Success Wasn't Enough For Creator Taylor Sheridan To Retire
Taylor Sheridan once envisioned a quiet retirement after Yellowstone. Instead, an unexpected opportunity convinced the prolific creator to keep making TV.
Taylor Sheridan, creator of Yellowstone, initially planned to retire on his Weatherford, Texas ranch upon the conclusion of the successful TV series. However, the opportunity to purchase the historic Four Sixes Ranch in Guthrie, Texas, changed his plans. The 266,000-acre property, originally listed for $330 million, was beyond Sheridan's means, so he negotiated a larger overall deal with Paramount (then ViacomCBS).
Despite his intentions to retire, Sheridan signed a five-year deal with NBCUniversal in 2025, along with a separate film agreement in 2026. Sheridan's shows on Paramount, including Lioness, Tulsa King, and The Madison, continue to air, while his NBCUniversal projects, such as Landman, begin its third season in 2027. Sheridan is committed to maintaining creative control, stating he will not compromise his storytelling.
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