The vet actor is nearing a deal to reprise his role as Dwight Manfredi in 'Tulsa King' for two additional seasons, with potential for further installments and spinoffs in the future.
- November 21, 2024
AceShowbiz - Sylvester Stallone is close to finalizing a deal to return for at least two more seasons of Paramount+'s "Tulsa King". The critically acclaimed mob drama, in which Stallone stars and executive produces, will receive a two-season pickup for seasons 3 and 4 if the deal goes through.
While the show has not yet been officially renewed, Stallone's contract paves the way for a potential renewal. The series follows Dwight "The General" Manfredi, a New York mafia capo exiled to Tulsa, Oklahoma after serving a 25-year prison sentence. Surrounded by unlikely allies, he establishes his own criminal empire in a foreign land.
Stallone's involvement in "Tulsa King" marks his first regular television role. The show's first season premiered in 2022 to solid viewership, and its second season, which launched in September, has been met with even more critical praise, garnering a perfect 100% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Taylor Sheridan, creator of "Yellowstone", is also an executive producer on "Tulsa King," along with Terence Winter, Stallone, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, Allen Coulter, and Braden Aftergood.
Rumors of Stallone's new deal emerged after he hinted at the possibility of a third season in the wake of season 2's debut. The show's success has reportedly increased Stallone's salary, with Deadline stating that he earned $1.5 million per episode for Season 2.
The future of "Tulsa King" remains bright, with the potential for multiple additional seasons and even spinoffs in the vein of Sheridan's "Yellowstone" franchise. Fans can expect to see Stallone continue his reign as Dwight Manfredi in this captivating and entertaining series.
Sylvester Stallone is close to finalizing a deal to return for at least two more seasons of Paramount+'s "Tulsa King". The critically acclaimed mob drama, in which Stallone stars and executive produces, will receive a two-season pickup for seasons 3 and 4 if the deal goes through.
While the show has not yet been officially renewed, Stallone's contract paves the way for a potential renewal. The series follows Dwight "The General" Manfredi, a New York mafia capo exiled to Tulsa, Oklahoma after serving a 25-year prison sentence. Surrounded by unlikely allies, he establishes his own criminal empire in a foreign land.
Stallone's involvement in "Tulsa King" marks his first regular television role. The show's first season premiered in 2022 to solid viewership, and its second season, which launched in September, has been met with even more critical praise, garnering a perfect 100% critical approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Taylor Sheridan, creator of "Yellowstone", is also an executive producer on "Tulsa King," along with Terence Winter, Stallone, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, Bob Yari, David Hutkin, Allen Coulter, and Braden Aftergood.
Rumors of Stallone's new deal emerged after he hinted at the possibility of a third season in the wake of season 2's debut. The show's success has reportedly increased Stallone's salary, with Deadline stating that he earned $1.5 million per episode for Season 2.
The future of "Tulsa King" remains bright, with the potential for multiple additional seasons and even spin-offs in the vein of Sheridan's "Yellowstone" franchise. Fans can expect to see Stallone continue his reign as Dwight Manfredi in this captivating and entertaining series.