Sylvester Stallone Uneasy with New Star in Tulsa King Season 3
Sylvester Stallone expressed initial concern over sharing the screen with his new co-star, Samuel L. Jackson, in season 3 of Tulsa King. Igniting a competitive spirit, Stallone felt that working with such an accomplished actor would be challenging. Fortunately, their on-set dynamic turned out to be harmonious.
Sylvester Stallone and Samuel L. Jackson in Tulsa King Season 3
In a recent interview, Stallone acknowledged the pressure of competing with Jackson. He remarked, “Oh, this is gonna be a fist fight. This is gonna be a battle.” However, the two actors established an amicable rapport, with Stallone humorously suggesting they could star in a spin-off titled “Tulsa King and Buddy.” This collaboration marks their first professional interaction, despite their extensive and illustrious careers, which have surprisingly never intersected prior.
Background of Their Collaboration
Stallone and Jackson have shared the same vicinity for nearly three decades yet only crossed paths fleetingly at public events. They were previously considered to star together in Quentin Tarantino’s film Jackie Brown, but Stallone declined the role that eventually went to Robert De Niro.
January 2025 Trailer Teases Tulsa King Season 3
The trailer for season 3 introduced Jackson’s character, Russell Lee Washington Jr., an ex-con who causes tension with Stallone’s character, Dwight Manfredi. Washington, however, is merely passing through Tulsa on his way to New Orleans.
Spin-Off Plans: NOLA King
Following his appearance in Tulsa King, Jackson is set to headline his own spin-off titled NOLA King, produced by Taylor Sheridan. This new series, which is expected to start filming in February 2026, has faced some production challenges, including the recent departure of original showrunner Dave Erickson.
Tulsa King Season 3 and Future Prospects
Tulsa King season 3 premiered on September 21, 2025, on Paramount+. ScreenRant praised the season, describing it as the best yet due to its expertly balanced character dynamics and promising future. The season consists of 10 episodes, concluding with the finale airing on November 23, 2025.
- Release Date: September 21, 2025
- Network: Paramount+
- Number of Episodes: 10
New and Departed Cast Members
This season introduces several new faces, including Robert Patrick, Bella Heathcote, and Kevin Pollak. However, notable cast departures include Andrea Savage and Domenick Lombardozzi. Lombardozzi’s character, Chickie, met his demise, while Savage’s agent was transferred out of state.
As Tulsa King moves forward, excitement builds not only for the current season but also for the anticipated season 4, already confirmed for production.
