After season 2’s stunning ending, Sylvester Stallone has confirmed his return for Tulsa King season 3. The Paramount+ crime drama, created by Yellowstone’s Taylor Sheridan, has had high ratings. Within seven days of Season 2’s premiere, 5.4 million viewers watched the first episode, setting a new service opening day record. Stallone was reportedly negotiating a two-season agreement for Tulsa King seasons 3 and 4 as Mafia capo Dwight “The General” Manfredi in November.
Stallone took to Instagram to promote his season 3 return, indicating that negotiations have been completed. Stallone posted a behind-the-scenes snapshot of a screenplay page from season 2 and captioned it with, “Preparing for the upcoming season on Tulsa King… Team, go! See the original post below:
It looks to be a redacted script for season 2, episode 6, “Navigator”. Writing covers every available page, leaving notes for future adjustments. The copy is Stallone-specific. It shows the writing process but is not the season 3 script.
Stallone’s Return and Tulsa King’s Future
Paramount+ Has Had Success With The Show
This was Stallone’s first main part in a written TV drama, and the reception has been phenomenal. Given Tulsa King’s first two seasons’ great reaction and record-breaking viewership, Paramount+ may want to bring him back for season 3 and beyond. This latest arrangement may also give the celebrity more creative control over the show’s course.
Fans will be relieved if this latest post confirms that Stallone will return for Tulsa King season 4 as original reports suggested. They are still waiting for the aftermath of Tulsa King season 2’s shocking climax, which saw a secret organization kidnap Dwight.
Season 2 writer Terence Winter has suggested a New Orleans-based spin-off show, so it may also speak well for franchise expansion. Though its production process is unknown, the New Orleans event is in development. It may debut years from now.
Why Tulsa King Is Renewed: Audiences and Critics Love It
Tulsa King’s season 3 renewal is expected. Record-breaking viewership and positive reviews have greeted the show. The critic-driven Tomatometer on Rotten Tomatoes averages 89%. Audiences rate it 84% positive. Overall, reviews praised the performances and the mild comic elements, earning a Fresh rating. The Fresh classifications apply to both seasons, which have been somewhat equally recognized. Each season’s Rotten Tomatoes totals are below:
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Score Tomatometer
Popcornmeter Rating
Overall
89%
84%
Season 1
79%
88%
Season 2
100%
79%
Season 3 was likely after the favorable reviews and high viewership. The real surprise is that season 4 was greenlit simultaneously. It’s surprising that Stallone would negotiate a two-season contract that could limit his movie options. After all, Stallone’s finest movies cost more than this show. While he still signed on for Alarum and Levon’s Trade in 2025, the season 4 confirmation shows that Stallone is committed to this project.
Our Take on Dwight’s Tulsa King Season 3 Journey
Not a stranger to escaping difficult situations
In this year’s Tulsa King season 2 finale, Stallone’s gangster killed most of his adversaries, including Jackie Ming and Chickie, but his surprise kidnapping will build excitement in season 3. In Tulsa King season 3, Dwight will inevitably find a way to use his latest circumstance to his advantage. He has already escaped a virtually endless series of challenging, and often life-threatening, situations.
The upcoming episodes should explain Dwight’s escape, like in previous seasons. He must continue fighting the Triads after escaping. Meanwhile, Cal Thresher may challenge the newcomer. More cohesive storyline should result from the two-season extension. Tulsa King won’t require season 3’s success to renew for season 4, so it can take greater risks with Dwight’s trip.