Sylvester Stallone Returns for Season Three of Tulsa King
Sylvester Stallone is set to reprise his role as Oklahoma crime lord Dwight “The General” Manfredi in the highly anticipated third season of Tulsa King.
Paramount+ has officially announced that production for the new season is underway in Atlanta and Oklahoma. This continuation of the series comes as no surprise, considering that the second season debuted to remarkable success, achieving the status of Paramount+’s most-watched global premiere. Throughout its sophomore season, Tulsa King consistently ranked in Nielsen’s Top 10 list for streaming titles.
New Showrunner Takes the Helm
For this upcoming season, executive producer Dave Erickson will step in as the sole showrunner. Known for his work on another Taylor Sheridan series, Mayor of Kingstown, Erickson recently secured a multi-year overall agreement with MTV Entertainment Studios, signaling a promising direction for the show.
Behind-the-Scenes Changes
However, the announcement omits some prominent figures from the second season’s production. Notably, Terence Winter, the lead writer who had a fluctuating presence on the series, has not been mentioned for the current season. Furthermore, Craig Zisk, who served as the lead director during season two, has also not been included in the latest developments. Last season, Winter and Zisk effectively shared showrunning responsibilities, with Winter focusing primarily on writing while Zisk managed production aspects.
Looking Ahead
While an official premiere date for the third season has not yet been released, speculation suggests that a return in the fourth quarter of this year is likely. Fans are eager to see how the series evolves under new leadership.
Sylvester Stallone’s Broader Involvements
This announcement comes on the heels of Stallone’s designation earlier this year as one of President Trump’s special ambassadors to Hollywood, alongside Mel Gibson and Jon Voight. The specific implications of this role remain unclear at this time.
Taylor Sheridan’s Expanding Portfolio
In addition to Tulsa King, Taylor Sheridan’s ambitious portfolio on Paramount+ includes several other projects such as Landman, 1923, Lioness, and Mayor of Kingstown. This diversification highlights his prominent position within the entertainment industry.
Tulsa King is produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios, with an impressive roster of executive producers including Taylor Sheridan, Sylvester Stallone, Dave Erickson, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, Braden Aftergood, Jim McKay, Sheri Elwood, Ildy Modrovich, and Keith Cox.