Crime never takes a holiday, and neither does Taylor Sheridan. The prolific creator behind Yellowstone and a growing empire of Paramount+ hits is bringing back one of his most popular series this October. Tulsa King, starring Sylvester Stallone as a mobster building a new criminal enterprise far from his New York roots, returns for its fourth season on October 16, 2026.
The show has become a cornerstone of Paramount+'s lineup, ranking as Sheridan's second-longest-running series after Yellowstone (and tied with Mayor of Kingstown, which is wrapping up with a fifth season). It's also one of only two Sheridan shows—alongside Yellowstone—to spawn a spin-off. That spin-off, Frisco King, will star Samuel L. Jackson, who appeared in Season 3 of Tulsa King last year. The new series is set to premiere right after Season 4 concludes, with a two-episode debut.
Season 4 of Tulsa King brings back familiar faces like Martin Starr, Frank Grillo, Garrett Hedlund, and Andrea Savage. The show has already climbed to the number-two spot on Paramount+'s global viewership charts, trailing only MobLand, and it's competing with other Sheridan hits like Yellowstone, Lioness, and Marshals for the top slot. According to FlixPatrol, the series is drawing strong numbers ahead of its return.
Critics have been kind to the show, which holds an 85% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes overall, with Season 4 currently sitting at 80%. One notable change for the new season: Terence Winter, the Emmy-winning writer behind The Sopranos and Boardwalk Empire, is back in the writers' room after sitting out Season 3. His return is expected to bring a sharper edge to the storytelling.
The 10-episode season will run through December 18, leading directly into Frisco King. That spin-off, headlined by Samuel L. Jackson, is already generating buzz as one of the most anticipated new shows in the Sheridan universe. For fans of why Tulsa King stands out among Sheridan's crime dramas, this is a must-watch fall.
Sheridan's dominance on Paramount+ shows no signs of slowing down. With Tulsa King returning, Frisco King on the way, and other projects like Lioness and Marshals holding strong in the top 10, the streaming service is leaning heavily on his brand of gritty, character-driven storytelling. If you're looking for more of that style, check out these westerns that hit the same nerve.
As October approaches, Tulsa King is poised to be one of the biggest draws on Paramount+. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the series, Season 4 promises more of the mix of crime, humor, and larger-than-life characters that have made it a hit. Stay tuned for more updates as the premiere date nears.
