Tulsa King Sets Season 4 Premiere and Season 5 Changes

Dwight Manfredi's criminal empire faces fresh threats as Tulsa King prepares to return for Season 4 on Paramount+ on October 16, 2026. The series starring Sylvester Stallone will explore conflicts involving corrupt politicians, rival criminals and a devastating personal loss, while the franchise moves toward a fifth season now in production in New York City.

According to Collider's October 10 report, the fourth season will reunite Stallone with returning cast members, including Martin Starr, Jay Will, Garrett Hedlund, Dana Delany, Frank Grillo, Annabella Sciorra, Vincent Piazza, Neal McDonough and McKenna Quigley Harrington. Gretchen Mol joins as a new series regular, playing local politician Amanda Clark.

The season's official description centers on Dwight's efforts to legitimize his criminal operation and protect his associates as political corruption, dangerous adversaries and a major personal tragedy threaten his plans. A trailer preview also introduces storylines involving the music industry, wine businesses and horse racing.

Among the new characters are English Dan, portrayed by Richie Stephens, a crime boss who competes directly with Dwight, and Bradley Van Heusen, a technology billionaire played by Flula Borg. Amanda Clark's political position adds another complication, as she expresses a desire to remove organized crime from Oklahoma. Trailer footage also shows Dwight interacting with Quiet Ray Renzetti, despite their previously hostile relationship.

Pat McAfee, who was announced for a four-episode storyline, appears to represent law enforcement. Trailer footage shows him displaying a police badge while meeting someone who may be Big Foot, Dwight's head of security.

The season's central personal tragedy remains undisclosed. Preview material suggests Dwight may return to New York, where he encounters Quiet Ray and potentially meets representatives of other criminal families. His relationship with his daughter, Cristina, could become relevant, although the available material does not establish the identity of the person affected by the loss.

Romantic developments also appear in the preview. Dwight is shown sharing an intimate moment with Spencer, the bartender played by Sylvester Stallone's daughter, while the footage offers additional hints about relationships among the younger characters.

Beyond Season 4, Paramount+ confirmed on October 5 that Season 5 had entered production in New York City. Stallone will return, and Scarlet Rose Stallone will have an expanded role after being promoted to series regular. Erik Palladino, Glenn Fleshler, Anthony Skordi and Nickola Shreli are joining the cast, although the streaming service has not confirmed the complete returning lineup.

Paramount Television Studios executive Drew Brown said the company was pleased to continue the series and film its next season in New York, while acknowledging Georgia's importance to the production. The move follows previous filming in Atlanta and reflects both financial and narrative considerations, according to reporting cited by Yahoo on October 6. New York has expanded its film tax incentive program twice in the past three years.

The production change follows several shifts in the show's creative leadership. Terence Winter initially served as showrunner alongside Taylor Sheridan before stepping away from that position ahead of Season 2 because of creative differences. Winter subsequently returned as head writer, while Dave Erickson joined as showrunner for Season 3. Season 4 proceeded without a designated showrunner, with Scott Stone overseeing day-to-day production.

The franchise is also preparing Frisco King, a planned spinoff featuring Samuel L. Jackson reprising his role as Russell Lee Washington Jr. after appearing in the Season 3 finale. The spinoff, which also stars Asa Germann and Lila Pate, is scheduled to debut on Paramount+ in 2027.

Sheridan's broader television plans are also changing. His five-year agreement with NBCUniversal covering film, television and streaming projects is scheduled to begin January 1, 2029, after his existing television deal with Paramount expires at the end of 2028.