Bass Reeves (Paramount +) EP: Sheridan, S: Oyelowo

[Dr. Seymour Love]

Bass Reeves - Starring David Oyelowo - Currently in development, but expected to film this year

“Bass Reeves” is a limited series, currently in the development stage, that will bring the legendary lawman of the wild west to life with Oyelowo attached to star as Reeves. Reeves was known as the greatest frontier hero in American history and is also believed to be the inspiration for “The Lone Ranger.” Reeves worked in the post-Reconstruction era as a federal peace officer in the Indian Territory, capturing over 3,000 of the most dangerous criminals without ever being wounded.

It will be executive produced by Sheridan, David Oyelowo, Jessica Oyelowo, David Permut, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle and Bob Yari. MTV Entertainment Studios, Sheridan’s Bosque Ranch Productions, Oyelowo’s Yoruba Saxon, and 101 Studios will produce. Paramount Plus is eyeing a 2022 production start for the potential show.