Mayor of Kingstown S4: How Production Changed After Jeremy Renner's Injury | Collider BTS

Showrunner Hugh Dillon breaks down how he and Taylor Sheridan craft the hypnotic, hard-driving world of Mayor of Kingstown, sharing rare insight into the show’s rhythm, collaboration, and long-planned endpoint. In this exclusive conversation, Dillon explains how the series’ “velocity” comes from instinct, music, and a willingness to pivot in the moment—something Sheridan taught him from day one.

In this behind-the-scenes look at Season 3, Dillon discusses building story arcs with Dave Erickson, how Jeremy Renner shaped scenes with his “great bass detector,” and why the writers adjust the show to keep Renner energized and inspired. Dillon also recalls crafting Episode 9’s standout sequence with Laura, his long history with DP Michael McDonald, and how Sheridan’s meticulous eye—even down to scratches on an interrogation table—raises the bar across production.

For fans of Mayor of Kingstown behind-the-scenes interviews, Dillon also reveals a tiny unscripted moment that eagle-eyed viewers caught in Season 3, how he temp-scores scenes with The Doors, and why the final song choice matters more than viewers might realize.

0:00 Hugh Dillon on the show’s creative DNA
0:24 Writing “hypnotic” scenes and maintaining momentum
0:38 Sheridan's 15-year-old ending and season shaping
1:13 Jeremy Renner’s instincts and collaboration
1:49 Casting choices and crafting long-planned scenes
2:10 Why Sheridan treats the series like a feature film
2:27 Renner’s injury and shifting priorities in Season 3
2:45 Bringing DP Michael McDonald onto the series
3:12 Creating authentic precinct sets and Sheridan’s notes
5:00 Subtle character beat hidden in Season 3
6:06 Music, The Doors, and refining the final sequence

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