Taylor Sheridan sued by writer who claims he stole her ‘Yellowstone’ idea

A 2016 series pitch is the focal point of a new copyright lawsuit filed against Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan. The legal action alleges that the popular television franchise was derived from intellectual property originally submitted by a writer several years ago. This claim challenges the creative origins of the series, drawing direct comparisons between the pitch's premise and the final product aired on Paramount.

Variety and TheWrap specify that the litigation centers on these purported similarities, marking a significant legal dispute over the show's foundational concept. Coverage from WION and Page Six confirms that the writer is seeking legal recourse, naming both Sheridan and the network in the suit. The allegations suggest an unauthorized appropriation of creative material rather than an original development.

Proceedings will move toward a formal judicial review of the submitted scripts and the pitch documents. Counsel for the involved parties must now present evidence to establish or refute the claims of copyright infringement.