The makers of ‘Yellowjackets’ sign an overall deal for Paramount TV Studios

“Yellowjackets” co-creators Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson have signed an overall agreement with Paramount Television Studios, Variety has learned.

The news comes just before the start of production on Season 4 of “Yellowjackets,” which was previously reported to be the final installment of the show. Lyle and Nickerson serve as executive producers and showrunners of the series and also co-create it.

“We are excited to expand our long-standing creative partnership with Ashley and Bart, who are unique, fearless and groundbreaking storytellers,” said Matt Thunell, president of Paramount Television Studios. “We look forward to supporting them in creating many epic stories.”

“Yellowjackets” originally debuted in 2021, with the third season airing between February and April 2025. The fourth season will premiere in 2026, with an exact release date to be revealed at a later date. The show has received numerous accolades, including 10 Emmy nominations to date, including back-to-back nods for Best Drama and Best Actress in a Drama (Melanie Lynskey).

“We are excited to continue our relationship with Paramount, a house that deeply and sincerely supports original, outside-the-box, storytelling,” said Lyle and Nickerson. “Reuniting with Matt Thunell, one of the very first executives we ever worked with, is extremely meaningful to us, and we can’t wait to delve into developing our next passion projects while supporting a new generation of eccentric creators through this collaboration.”

In addition to “Yellowjackets,” Lyle and Nickerson are known for their work on shows like “Dispatches From Elsewhere,” “Narcos,” “Narcos: Mexico,” and “The Originals.” They are represented by UTA, Untitled and The Nord Group.