Another collection of series that has actually confirmed its future and one that we are simply thrilled about is the one that was formed by Taylor Sheridan, and this one has been referred to as ‘Tulsa King.’ Paramount+ is delighted to announce that the mob series, which features the legendary Sylvester Stallone, will be returning for its fourth season. This comes at a time when Season 3 is eagerly anticipated to drop on September 21, 2025.
Since the series first aired in 2022, it has, against all odds, managed to lure Stallone, who is perhaps best known for his acting work in the Rocky/Rambo movie series, into the world of prestige television. This has been nothing short of phenomenal, as the series has played an integral part in the takeover of streaming platforms and has managed to set a new standard for Paramount+. This renewal is far from unexpected, especially when looking at the figures. In 2024, Tulsa King has managed to position itself as the #1 Global Paramount+ Original Series, as it has managed to hold its own remarkably well against some of the most successful franchises that this streaming giant has to offer. And to round out the year, it has managed to put itself in the Top 10 Original Series on all streaming platforms, which is no small achievement, especially given that it falls within this genre.
Samuel L. Jackson Joins Sheridan’s Expanding Mob Universe
However, the turning point came in Season 2. In fact, the premiere alone collected 21.1 million viewers globally, which is the most-watched premiere series ever in the history of Paramount+. Not only does the view show the importance of this series in culture, but according to reports, online engagement has reached 159 million views (+894% season-over-season) and 6.1 million interactions (+553% SoS), which clearly shows that Stallone’s Dwight “The General” Manfredi is perhaps running an empire in his world of fiction because he is certainly running the show online globally. As the new season progresses in Season 3, it is expected that the story would continue to revolve around the life of Dwight as he struggles with power, loyalty, and survival. The next season marks the beginning of the Dunmires, a ruthless and rich family who are about to test Dwight in ways he has never been tested before.
Renewed for Season 4: Tulsa King’s Future Looks Strong
Unlike the common mob enemies, whose activities are limited by a certain set of rules and regulations that they have to adhere to, hence following a particular pattern of behavior, the Dunmires have decided to ignore all rules and play their game in their own way, where Dwight is left to fight in stranger territory. It is not only about Dwight diversifying his business; rather, it is also about Dwight protecting his adopted family, who happens to be living in Tulsa. The success of Tulsa King largely depends on the narrative devices Sheridan uses, which are highly complex in terms of his character-driven narratives as he tends to blend genres such as Westerns and crime dramas with modern-day sensibilities. His credits include the likes of the beauty of Yellowstone and the Mayor of Kingstown, as he always tends to place his highly complex morally-driven characters in high-stakes situations, from which he develops a television world that fascinates his fans. Stallone gets a phenomenal opportunity in Tulsa King.
