– Bass Reeves is no longer a spinoff of 1883
– Show creator Taylor Sheridan made the decision to give the character his own show
– The main factor for give Bass Reeves his own show is the richness of his story
“Lawmen: Bass Reeves” is no longer considered a spinoff of the popular show “1883.” Instead, the character will be receiving his very own standalone series, as explained by the show’s creator Taylor Sheridan. The decision to give Bass Reeves his own show was primarily influenced by the depth and wealth of the character’s story.
Sheridan believes that the character of Bass Reeves, portrayed by Denzel Washington, has an intricate backstory and history that deserves a separate platform. Instead of having the character be limited to a spinoff, Sheridan wants to explore the full potential of the story.