Taylor Sheridan Returns to Feature Films With Two Upcoming Projects After Five-Year Hiatus

Acclaimed screenwriter Taylor Sheridan is preparing to shift his focus back to feature films following a five-year absence from the medium. The move comes after Sheridan finalized a major deal with NBCUniversal that will see him depart from Paramount once his current agreement concludes in 2028, marking a significant realignment in his career trajectory.

Sheridan’s success in television has been substantial, with Paramount serving as home to his extensive portfolio of series including “Yellowstone” and its prequel entries “1883” and “1923,” along with “Mayor of Kingstown,” “Tulsa King,” “Landman,” “Lioness,” and “The Madison.” His feature film track record includes writing credits on acclaimed works such as “Sicario” and the Academy Award-nominated “Hell or High Water,” though his last theatrical release was in 2021 when he penned “Those Who Wish Me Dead” starring Angelina Jolie and co-wrote “Without Remorse.”

Two upcoming films will mark Sheridan’s return to cinema, both developed from concepts originated by producer Andrew Lauren, known for his work on “The Brutalist.” Lauren expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration in a statement, noting that the projects represent years of development and reflect evolving technological and political circumstances that have heightened their relevance.

“Visalia” will serve as a political drama following a young Cuban woman navigating escape to America and confronting the complexities of returning to her homeland amid dramatic political transformation. In contrast, “Capture the Flag” will explore space exploration themes, chronicling a NASA engineer’s race to develop the first reusable lunar spacecraft while managing ethical dilemmas posed by a technology entrepreneur’s involvement.

The projects remain in development with no official release dates announced at this time.