Taylor Sheridan's TV Shows Ranked by IMDb Scores

From 'The Last Cowboy' to '1883', a look at the critical reception of the filmmaker's Paramount Network dramas

Feb. 5, 2026 at 4:39pm

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According to IMDb user ratings, Taylor Sheridan's hit Paramount Network dramas like Yellowstone, 1923, and Mayor of Kingstown rank among his best TV shows, while reality series The Last Cowboy and spy thriller Lioness lag behind. The article examines how Sheridan's Western, crime, and family-driven narratives have resonated with audiences across his expanding television empire.

Why it matters

Taylor Sheridan has emerged as one of the most prolific and acclaimed television creators in recent years, building a sprawling universe of shows for Paramount Network that have captivated viewers. Understanding how critics and audiences have responded to his diverse range of projects, from gritty dramas to reality competition, provides insight into Sheridan's creative vision and the evolving tastes of modern TV viewers.

The details

The article ranks all eight of Sheridan's Paramount Network shows based on their IMDb user scores, with his acclaimed Yellowstone prequel 1883 topping the list at 8.7/10. Other highly-rated entries include the Yellowstone spinoff 1923 (8.3/10) and the Jeremy Renner-led Mayor of Kingstown (8.2/10). The reality series The Last Cowboy (6.6/10) and the spy thriller Lioness (7.8/10) lag behind the rest of Sheridan's filmography in terms of critical reception. The piece also notes that several upcoming Sheridan projects like Marshals, The Madison, and Dutton Ranch have not yet aired, so their rankings are not included.

  • Yellowstone premiered on the Paramount Network in 2018.
  • 1883 aired as a limited series on Paramount+ in 2021-2022.
  • 1923 debuted on Paramount+ in 2022 and is set to run for two seasons.
  • Tulsa King premiered on Paramount+ in 2022.
  • Landman launched on Paramount Network in 2024 and has been renewed for a third season.

The players

Taylor Sheridan

An American actor, screenwriter, director, and producer who has created or co-created several hit television shows for Paramount Network, including Yellowstone, 1923, and Mayor of Kingstown.

Kevin Costner

The lead actor of the Paramount Network drama Yellowstone, playing the patriarch John Dutton.

Jeremy Renner

The star of the Paramount+ series Mayor of Kingstown, which was co-created by Sheridan.

Sylvester Stallone

The lead actor of the Paramount+ crime drama Tulsa King, which was created by Sheridan.

Billy Bob Thornton

The star of the Paramount Network drama Landman, Sheridan's latest TV creation.

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What they’re saying

“When Taylor Sheridan came on the scene with his unofficial American Frontier trilogy, nobody could have expected that the filmmaker would soon birth a television empire.”

— Michael John Petty, Author

“Yellowstone is a cultural phenomenon that represents Sheridan at his most prolific.”

— Michael John Petty, Author

“1883 is a perfect blend of historical truths and general historical realities mixed together into this fictional take on the Western that is quite definitive.”

— Michael John Petty, Author

What’s next

Sheridan is set to move his television operations from Paramount to NBCUniversal in the coming years, expanding his creative reach even further across the industry.

The takeaway

Taylor Sheridan has established himself as one of the preeminent television creators of the modern era, delivering a diverse slate of acclaimed dramas and reality shows that have resonated deeply with audiences. His ability to blend gritty realism, complex family dynamics, and the American West has made him a must-watch voice in the streaming era.