The Future of Taylor Sheridan’s ‘Yellowstone’ Empire Reportedly Sealed Ahead of His Paramount Exit

For months, fans of Yellowstone have been bracing for the end of an era, but according to a new Puck report, Taylor Sheridan’s expanding Western universe may not be riding off into the sunset just yet. Despite his bombshell move to NBCUniversal, Sheridan’s current Paramount deal — which runs through the end of 2028 — includes strict productivity clauses that guarantee more Yellowstone-related content for years to come.

While Sheridan’s NBCUniversal TV deal doesn’t officially begin until January 1, 2029, his existing contract with Paramount requires him to actively deliver scripts, oversee ongoing series, and even develop new projects for Paramount+ during this period. The report confirms Sheridan can’t simply “slow-walk” his commitments — he’s obligated to maintain his output at full speed until his final day with the company.