Tulsa King
Tulsa King

Tulsa King

2025TV ShowReturning SeriesEnglish

New York mafia capo Dwight "The General" Manfredi is released from prison after 25 years and exiled by his boss to set up shop in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Realizing that his mob family may not have his best interests in mind, Dwight slowly builds a crew.

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IMDb8.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users93%
Director: Taylor SheridanGenres: Crime, Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Newly released from prison after 25 years, New York Mafia boss Dwight "The General" Manfredi is unceremoniously exiled by his boss to set up shop in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Realizing that his mob family may not have his best interests at heart, Dwight unexpectedly builds a new crew from a motley group of characters in this unlikely setting. He navigates the challenges of establishing his criminal enterprise while dealing with local law enforcement and rivalries.

Critical Reception

Tulsa King garnered generally favorable reviews from critics, who praised Sylvester Stallone's performance and the show's blend of crime drama and dark humor. The series was noted for its unique premise and its ability to balance gritty mob elements with lighter, character-driven moments. Audience reception was also strong, with many appreciating the familiar Stallone persona in a new context.

What Reviewers Say

  • Sylvester Stallone delivers a compelling performance as the fish-out-of-water mob boss.
  • The series successfully blends crime tropes with a unique sense of humor and character development.
  • Taylor Sheridan's involvement lends a distinctive tone and quality to the crime narrative.

Google audience: Google users largely approve of Tulsa King, highlighting Sylvester Stallone's charismatic performance and the entertaining, often humorous, portrayal of mob life in an unexpected setting. Many viewers found the show to be a fun and engaging watch, appreciating its straightforward crime-drama narrative with comedic twists.

Fun Fact

The pilot episode of Tulsa King was the most-watched original series premiere in Paramount+ history at the time of its release.

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Emily

Emily

It's not Shakespeare but it's a fun show to watch after you get home from work or school. Plus it's nice to see a show that is set somewhere other then usual: NYC or LA. I really liked it and I'm looking forward to next season.
MovieGuys

MovieGuys

I have to confess I stumbled across this, quite by chance. I don't watch a lot of US entertainment these days. I did however, grow up watching my share of Stallone action films, so a dash of nostalgia and curiosity, drew me in. There's ...