In 2008, Kevin Dillon starred on Flashpoint, where Taylor Sheridan coached him, sparking a lasting friendship and creative partnership.
Dillon drew from his experiences in Kingston, Canada's "penitentiary city," inspiring the creation of Kingstown and its gritty narrative.
Mayor of Kingstown was conceived long before Taylor Sheridan's acclaim with Sicario and Hell or High Water, showcasing his early storytelling prowess.
Sheridan's directorial debut, Wind River (2017), starring Jeremy Renner, solidified their creative synergy and paved the way for future collaborations.
Jeremy Renner's involvement in Wind River set the stage for his anticipated role as Mike McLusky in Kingstown, a project Dillon and Sheridan had envisioned.
Following the success of Yellowstone, Taylor Sheridan expanded his creative footprint with Mayor of Kingstown, marking another milestone in his TV career.
Just before the Season 2 premiere, Jeremy Renner's snowcat accident created uncertainty, momentarily halting promotional efforts.