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Taylor Sheridan to move to NBCUniversal in billion-dollar deal
Television creator Taylor Sheridan is set to transition from Paramount to NBCUniversal in 2029 following a deal valued at approximately $1 billion. Despite this upcoming move, Paramount+ executives expressed intention to release more Sheridan-produced content on the platform before his departure, including projects such as ‘Frisco King’, ‘Madison’, ‘Landman’, and further ‘Dutton’ series installments.
Sheridan’s influence on modern television is marked by his massive ‘Yellowstone’ franchise and a unique production style that often involves solo writing rather than large writers' rooms. His work has attracted high-profile actors such as Harrison Ford, Helen Mirren, and Demi Moore, though his intense creative control and demanding sets have been noted by industry colleagues.
Within his expanding universe, the series ‘Dutton Ranch’ has experienced significant shifts, including a change in showrunners following the first season. Reports suggest the departure of Chad Feehan was due to friction regarding production management rather than script quality.
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Dutton Ranch · Jane Wiseman · NBCUniversal · Paramount Global · Paramount+ · Taylor Sheridan
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The series Frisco King is coming to Paramount+. www.mandatory.com · www.comingsoon.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] Taylor Sheridan is scheduled to move to NBCUniversal in 2029. www.mandatory.com · www.comingsoon.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chad Feehan will not return as showrunner for Dutton Ranch after season 1. www.usmagazine.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Paramount+ intends to release more Taylor Sheridan content before his current deal expires. www.mandatory.com · www.comingsoon.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chad Feehan's departure from Dutton Ranch followed alleged friction with series stars Cole Hauser and Kelly Reilly. www.usmagazine.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Additional content for Madison, Landman, and Dutton is expected on Paramount+. www.mandatory.com · www.comingsoon.net