Taylor Sheridan Plans NBCUniversal Move After Paramount Contract

Taylor Sheridan, the prolific creator behind the Yellowstone universe and several hit series like Landman, Lioness, and Tulsa King, is set to leave Paramount Skydance and join NBCUniversal in 2029 under a lucrative five-year deal covering film and television projects. Despite being a foundational figure for Paramount+, Sheridan became increasingly dissatisfied with the new leadership and budget scrutiny following Skydance Media's acquisition of Paramount Global and executive changes, including the departure of key allies. His producing partner David Glasser and 101 Studios are also moving to NBCUniversal, marking a significant content acquisition for the company. Paramount leaders publicly acknowledged Sheridan's value, but private tensions over creative autonomy and budget control, particularly from streaming chief Cindy Holland, contributed to his decision. The transition will allow Sheridan to develop new intellectual properties across NBC's broadcast networks, Peacock streaming service, and Universal Pictures. This shift represents a major strategic loss for Paramount amid ongoing corporate upheaval and a notable gain for NBCUniversal's content portfolio.