Taylor Sheridan’s TV empire only continues to grow, with Landman (2024) Season 2 in full swing. The TV writer, director, and producer is best known for his wildly successful Yellowstone (2018) franchise, riveting audiences with his modern take on the western genre. While the Yellowstone franchise is still expanding in several directions, it’s far from Sheridan’s only claim to fame.
Sheridan has also dabbled in the crime and thriller genres, producing, writing, or directing a total of eight TV series. Each show captures his signature style and is rife with drama and entertainment, though some certainly shine more than others. Viewers interested in catching up with all Taylor Sheridan shows in time for Landman Season 2 and the upcoming Yellowstone spin-offs can use our guide to find out how to watch them on Paramount+ and more.
8. Mayor of Kingstown (2021-Present)
Mayor of Kingstown is a crime thriller centered on Mike McLusky (Jeremy Renner), a former inmate and the unofficial “mayor” of Kingstown, where his family has attained power by serving as brokers between prisoners, criminal gangs, and law enforcement. The series is a dark, gritty, and thoughtful exploration of the prison system, diving into issues like racism and abuse of power.
Mayor of Kingstown offers one of Sheridan’s more unique storylines, though this may contribute to the even higher level of creative liberties and lack of realism. The focus on the prisoner system yields strong themes but also lends to an overall bleak, cynical premise. Fans of tense, dark series like Ozark (2017) and MobLand (2025) that delve deep into the criminal underworld will enjoy Mayor of Kingstown, though its extreme bleakness and unlikable characters mean it takes last place on this list.
7. Yellowstone (2018-2024)
Yellowstone is one of the hardest Sheridan shows to rank because seasons vary so drastically in quality. The show tracks John Dutton (Kevin Costner) and his family, as they navigate the trials and triumphs of owning the largest cattle ranch in Montana. It’s part neo-western, part family saga, offering western vibes and stunning visuals of ranch life while spicing it up with family drama and conflict.
Above all, Yellowstone is a lot of fun. It has a little something for everyone, from its action to its cowboy life to its family saga. Seasons 1-3 especially capitalize on that entertainment value and keep viewers enthusiastic with its exciting ride. However, as time goes on, the seasons start to struggle a little more, relying on filler and becoming increasingly outlandish. The lack of consistency from season to season prevents the show from ranking higher on this list.
6. Landman (2024-Present)
Landman tells the story of Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton), who struggles to secure land and manage his crew in the highly competitive, booming oil industry of the Permian Basin. It is loosely inspired by the Boomtown podcast, which explores both the life and connotations of the enormous oil boom in West Texas. Like Yellowstone, Landman seeks to introduce viewers to a new and gritty world as it delves deep into the dangerous, sometimes grisly work of oil drilling.
It’s hard to name a better role for Thornton than the rugged, abrasive, cowboyish Norris. Thornton infuses the series with his signature eloquence, cynicism, and darkly comedic sarcasm and is sure to charm viewers. Landman offers a healthy middle ground between Yellowstone and Mayor of Kingstown, balancing its dark elements with a lighter focus on humor and family, though it struggles a bit in its portrayal of female characters.
5. 1923 (2022-2025)
1923 is a Yellowstone prequel that focuses on Cara (Helen Mirren) and Jacob Dutton (Harrison Ford) as they and their family navigate the turbulent 1920s, where the Great Depression and Prohibition hit Montana hard. The prequel is a little darker than Yellowstone, but the historical setting offers a little more depth and gives the series quite a lot to work with.
Ford and Mirren also help carry the series with their acting skills, giving it a bit more emotional weight than Yellowstone. In Mirren, viewers will find a strong female character to resonate with, while Ford fans will be thrilled to see him in his first significant TV role. It’s an arguably stronger and more impactful tale than Yellowstone, though the slow-burning premise and long-drawn-out story keep it from topping 1883’s tight, suspenseful one-season run.
4. Tulsa King (2022-Present)
Tulsa King is a crime drama that tells the story of Dwight "The General" Manfredi (Sylvester Stallone), an American Mafia member who relocates to Tulsa, OK, after a 25-year prison sentence and lays the foundation for his criminal empire. Tulsa King is a sturdy mob drama with strong performances and a compelling tale. It marks a rare foray into the small screen for Stallone, who will delight fans as he brings his signature rugged charm to the role.
Works like The Sopranos (1999) and GoodFellas (1990) clearly inspire the show, especially in terms of Dwight’s old-school style. Tulsa King is also a little more self-aware and comedic than most Sheridan shows, capturing the humor of an old-school mobster in a contemporary setting. Although it sometimes gets cheesy, Tulsa King will please fans of fish-out-of-water tales like Lilyhammer (2012).
3. 1883 (2021-2022)
1883 is the first Yellowstone prequel, which takes viewers back to the very beginning as the Dutton family joins a wagon train, fleeing Tennessee at the start of the journey that would ultimately lead them to the Yellowstone ranch in Montana. Given the earlier setting and gritty wagon train premise, 1883 feels like more of a proper western than Yellowstone. It’s a rough, rugged exploration of the hardships of pioneers that leans more heavily on historical realism as it delves into the dark side of manifest destiny.
1883 stands out from Yellowstone and 1923 due to its historical accuracy and depth. There’s a tragic element to the story in its unflinching depiction of the lawlessness and harsh environment of the West. Viewers who love Yellowstone and 1923 but are seeking something darker and more profound will enjoy 1883.
2. Lioness (2023-Present)
Lioness is a spy thriller that follows a team of female CIA operatives, known as Lionesses, as they take on the War on Terror. The show is more distinct than most of Sheridan’s work, trading its cowboy vibes and soapy family sagas for a suspenseful and intriguing spy thriller. It’s also Sheridan’s sole female-led series and a stark improvement over his previous depictions of female characters.
Lioness feels refreshing, exploring new genres and adding a touch of diversity. Although it gets off to a shaky start, it really finds its footing in Season 2, leaning more into political thriller territory, elevating its character development, and offering one of Sheridan’s most gripping tales yet. Fans of Homeland (2011), Orphan Black (2013), and other female-led thrillers will especially enjoy Lioness.
1. Lawmen: Bass Reeves (2023)
Lawmen: Bass Reeves is a western miniseries centered on Bass Reeves (David Oyelowo), tracking his life from his birth into enslavement to his rise as a legendary lawman. It’s the only series on this list that Sheridan neither wrote nor directed, though he served as executive producer. The show is also one of the more historically accurate of Sheridan's works, largely allowing Reeves’ incredible story to speak for itself, a fact that history buffs will especially appreciate.
Although its story and accuracy are distinct, it still exudes that irresistible western vibe, with gun-slinging action and gritty drama. Lawmen: Bass Reeves tells one wildly entertaining and intriguing story. While it doesn’t wholly capture the scale of Reeves’ life, it offers a top-notch, gritty western for fans of Billy the Kid (2022) and Deadwood (2004). Between its exploration of an untold story and adeptness at pulling off its western premise, Lawmen: Bass Reeves stands out as Sheridan’s best work.
