Sylvester Stallone Announces Tulsa King Season 4, Continuing Series’ Cliffhanger Tradition

In a surprise move, Sylvester Stallone has revealed that Tulsa King will return for a fourth season, signaling that the popular crime drama’s trend of suspenseful season finales will persist. The show, which debuted on Paramount+ in 2022, quickly became a fan favorite, chronicling the exploits of Dwight “The General” Manfredi as he rebuilds his criminal empire in Tulsa after being exiled from New York City.

With season 3 having just wrapped production and a release slated for December 2025, the announcement of season 4 came unexpectedly, especially considering season 2 concluded only in November 2024. Although Paramount+ has not officially confirmed the renewal, Stallone confirmed that filming for season 4 will begin “very soon,” and he even expressed hopes for a fifth season, suggesting a multi-season run ahead.

The Cliffhanger Legacy Continues

Tulsa King has established a clear pattern: every season finale ends on a cliffhanger. Season 1 closed with Dwight’s arrest for attempted bribery of ATF Agent Stacy Beale, a storyline resolved early in season 2. Season 2, however, ended with a darker twist—Dwight is kidnapped in the dead of night by mysterious figures who inform him, “You work for us now.” This chilling conclusion sets the stage for season 3’s central conflict and maintains the show’s signature suspense.

Fans can expect season 3 to delve deep into the fallout from Dwight’s capture, exploring the implications of being coerced by an unknown organization. Themes around territorial disputes, legitimizing criminal enterprises, and rising powers within the underworld will continue to drive the narrative.

Balancing Suspense and Closure

While cliffhangers are an effective hook to keep viewers eagerly awaiting the next installment—just as Star Trek: The Next Generation famously employed multi-episode arcs crossing seasons—there is inherent risk. Shows that end on unresolved cliffhangers without subsequent renewal often leave fans disappointed and storylines incomplete.

Given Tulsa King’s strong start with engaging seasons and growing popularity, the hope is that the series will eventually provide a satisfying conclusion rather than leaving its audience hanging indefinitely.

As Tulsa King prepares for its upcoming chapters, fans can look forward to more high-stakes drama and the evolving saga of Dwight Manfredi—a story that promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats well into the future.