Tyler Sheridan and Jefferson White.
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Taylor Sheridan Finally Reveals The Fate Of 'Yellowstone' Spinoff '6666'

The long-awaited Paramount+ series was first announced back in 2021.

By Rae MitchellPublished Updated 2 min read

The *Yellowstone* universe remains one of the biggest powerhouses on television, and now creator Taylor Sheridan is directly addressing the fate of one of his most talked-about projects. Fans who have been holding out hope for the long-awaited spinoff series *6666* finally have an update from the showrunner himself. The project was initially unveiled with huge fanfare back in 2021 by Paramount+. Designed as an authentic look at horse training and real-life ranching culture, the series was slated to focus on the historic Four Sixes Ranch in Texas. However, after years of silence and schedule shuffles, questions began to linger about whether the show would ever actually make it to screens.

Is the 6666 Yellowstone spinoff still happening Sheridan has now spoken out regarding where *6666* stands in his ever-growing TV slate. According to reports, the project has faced a unique development timeline compared to other titles in the franchise. While series like *1883* and *1923* moved quickly into production, the Texas-focused drama required a different approach. The creator's latest comments provide much-needed clarity on the show's ultimate fate. Sheridan has taken a hands-on approach with the real Four Sixes Ranch, making the project deeply personal. The delay in getting the cameras rolling has been closely watched by industry insiders and dedicated *Yellowstone* viewers alike.

Tyler Sheridan and Jefferson White.
Tyler Sheridan and Jefferson White.

Why was the 6666 spinoff delayed When Paramount+ first announced *6666* in 2021, it was pitched as a cornerstone of their expanding universe. The setting had already been introduced to viewers during season four of *Yellowstone*, when fan-favorite character Jimmy Hurdstrom was sent down to Texas to learn how to be a real cowboy. However, balancing dozens of high-profile projects forced the network and Sheridan to adjust their timelines. Sheridan's extensive duties writing, producing, and directing across multiple series meant some titles had to wait their turn in the queue. Now that Sheridan has addressed the long-awaited project's trajectory, fans finally know where things stand. As the main *Yellowstone* saga reaches its final chapters, the future of the Four Sixes story remains a crucial piece of the television mogul's grand design.

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Tyler Sheridan and Jefferson White.
The “Yellowstone” writer and creator (pictured here in April 2023) told the “Rodeo Times” podcast Monday he didn’t want to tri.
The spinoff was supposed to focus on “Yellowstone” character Jimmy Hurdstrom (played by Jefferson White, as seen above with Eden Brolin) during his time at the Four Sixes ranch. ©Paramount Network/courtesy Everett Collec
White (pictured above in November 2022) said he didn’t know of any plans to film the spinoff back in December.
Sheridan bought the famous ranch back in 2022 for a whopping $350 million.
Sheridan shared on the podcast that he’s protective of the historic property, and doesn’t want to disrespect the people actively working on the ranch.

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What is the Yellowstone 6666 spinoff about?
The series is set around the historic Four Sixes Ranch in Texas, focusing on real-life cowboy culture, horse training, and ranching heritage.
When was the 6666 series first announced?
Paramount+ officially announced the project in 2021 as part of Taylor Sheridan's expanding television universe.