Release Date Announced for ‘NOLA King,’ the ‘Tulsa King’ Spinoff Series
Sylvester Stallone and Samuel L. Jackson are set to expand the popular franchise surrounding the hit series, Tulsa King. The announcement regarding Jackson’s new spinoff, titled NOLA King, has generated significant interest among fans.
Release Details of NOLA King
NOLA King is officially in production and aims to bring a fresh perspective to the storyline established in Tulsa King. The series will focus on Russell Lee Washington Jr., portrayed by Jackson, who, after serving a ten-year sentence in federal prison, returns to New Orleans. His character is tasked by New York’s Renzetti crime family to eliminate Stallone’s character, Dwight “The General” Manfredi.
Production Timeline
- Production Start: February 2026
- Estimated Release: Fall 2026
The NOLA King series is expected to adhere to the same production schedule as Tulsa King, which began filming in March 2025 and premiered its third season in September 2025. Paramount+ has not officially confirmed the number of episodes for the new series, but NOLA King is likely to have ten episodes, similar to its predecessor.
Character Developments and Storyline
In Season 3 of Tulsa King, Jackson’s character made a memorable entrance in Episode 9 and played a crucial role in the season finale. In the final episode titled “Jesus Lizard,” he bids farewell to Dwight, leaving the door open for a potential visit. This interaction cleverly sets the stage for crossovers between the two series.
Creative Team Behind NOLA King
- Executive Producers: Sylvester Stallone, Samuel L. Jackson, Taylor Sheridan
- Original Series: Tulsa King
Sylvester Stallone expressed excitement about the expansion of the Tulsa King universe. He highlighted the partnership with Chris McCarthy, who proposed this innovative approach to create a family-driven narrative intertwined with crime elements.
Future of the Franchise
As NOLA King moves forward, Stallone is also set to reprise his role in Tulsa King, which has been renewed for a fourth season. However, no specific release date has been announced for the next installment of Tulsa King.
With the anticipated arrival of NOLA King, fans can look forward to an exciting new chapter that promises action, drama, and an exploration of family dynamics within the crime genre.
