The Boys Showrunner SLAMS Yellowstone Creator Taylor Sheridan
The Boys Showrunner criticizes Yellowstone Creator in a bold move Discover the reasons behind Kripke's call-out and the ongoing battle for fair writers' rooms A must-read for TV industry enthusiasts
Summary
Showrunner Eric Kripke criticizes Yellowstone creator Taylor Sheridan for opposing writers rooms in the ongoing writers strike.
Minimum staffing in writers rooms is being advocated for by writers, as it enhances idea generation and elevates the caliber of scripts. Despite Sheridan's inclination towards solitude based on his distinct vision, writers rooms are crucial for the majority of thriving TV shows, serving as a support system for aspiring writers.
The showrunner of The Boys, Eric Kripke, has criticized Taylor Sheridan, the creator of Yellowstone, for his comments about the writers strike. The ongoing strike, led by the WGA against the AMPTP, has resulted in the suspension of production for numerous TV shows. The writers are advocating for higher pay, as well as the regulation of AI in the industry. Additionally, they are pushing for minimum staffing in writers rooms, which is a stance that Sheridan has openly opposed throughout the strike.
In an interview with Deadline, Kripke publicly called out Sheridan for his opposition to writers rooms. Referring to him as "Mr. Yellowstone," Kripke highlighted the benefits of collaborating in a writers room compared to working on a series alone. See Kripke's statement below:
Why Striking Writers Are Fighting For Writers Rooms
No individual can solely create an entire season of content. It is a collaboration, and that is what makes it extraordinary. The whole concept of Mr. Yellowstone and dismissing the need for a room completely perplexes me. In my opinion, by doing so, you are overlooking the most enjoyable aspect of this job. Yes, it can be tough and chaotic, but you also have the opportunity to engage with the most brilliant individuals at an everlasting cocktail party. That is the true highlight. Consequently, I fail to comprehend why this is even a matter of concern.
To ensure adequate staffing, each TV series should be assigned a designated number of writers. Currently, the WGA is advocating for a standardized writer count across all shows. Nevertheless, certain series, such as Sheridan's Yellowstone or his most recent endeavor, Special Ops: Lioness, opt not to establish dedicated writers rooms, as per the creator's preference.
Sheridan's preference for writing alone is understandable, given his strong vision for his shows. However, writers rooms are widely utilized in successful series and play a crucial role in empowering new writers. As a result, there is a growing movement to make writers rooms a mandatory practice in Hollywood. The ongoing strike reveals the divisive nature of this issue, with Kripke of "The Boys" taking a different stance than Sheridan of "Yellowstone".
Source: Deadline
