Paramount+ has announced the upcoming crime drama series "NOLA King," which serves as a spinoff of Taylor Sheridan's hit show "Tulsa King." The new series sees Samuel L. Jackson reprise his role as Russell Lee Washington Jr., also known as 'Lee,' a New Orleans-based criminal and associate of Sylvester Stallone's character Dwight 'The General' Manfredi.
According to the official summary, the story follows Lee as he returns to New Orleans, a city he abandoned 40 years ago, to rekindle his relationship with family and friends. However, this move incurs the wrath of his former employers in New York, making him vulnerable to old NOLA foes, both criminal and cop.
The series is inspired by the possibilities of second chances created by Dwight's character in Tulsa, as stated by Sylvester Stallone. The show will serve as a family-driven franchise that elevates beyond a mob boss series, with Jackson anchoring the new adventure in NOLA.
"NOLA King" will be available exclusively on Paramount+, following the success of other Taylor Sheridan shows such as "Mayor of Kingstown" and "Landman." Production for the series is expected to start in February 2026, with an anticipated fall 2026 release.
According to the official summary, the story follows Lee as he returns to New Orleans, a city he abandoned 40 years ago, to rekindle his relationship with family and friends. However, this move incurs the wrath of his former employers in New York, making him vulnerable to old NOLA foes, both criminal and cop.
The series is inspired by the possibilities of second chances created by Dwight's character in Tulsa, as stated by Sylvester Stallone. The show will serve as a family-driven franchise that elevates beyond a mob boss series, with Jackson anchoring the new adventure in NOLA.
"NOLA King" will be available exclusively on Paramount+, following the success of other Taylor Sheridan shows such as "Mayor of Kingstown" and "Landman." Production for the series is expected to start in February 2026, with an anticipated fall 2026 release.
. It's been done so many times before and I'm still waiting to see how it all goes down differently this time. Samuel L. Jackson is a great actor, but let's be real, he can't carry an entire series by himself 
. And what's up with the whole 'second chances' vibe? Is that supposed to make me feel all warm and fuzzy inside or what? 
Also, another Taylor Sheridan show on Paramount+ just feels like more of the same to me 
. I mean, don't get me wrong, I love a good crime drama as much as the next person, but how many times can we revisit the same themes before it starts to feel stale? 
. And the fact that it's a family-driven show instead of just another mob drama is a nice twist. I'm also curious to see how the New Orleans setting will play out, it's such a unique and fascinating city. Can't wait to dive in when it drops this fall 
"NOLA King"! Samuel L. Jackson reprising his role as Lee is a great move – he's always brought that charisma and intensity to his characters. I love how the show explores second chances, it's such an inspiring theme 
. As a fan of Taylor Sheridan's work, I've been enjoying "Mayor of Kingstown" and "Landman", so I'm expecting big things from this new series 
. The idea that Lee is returning to New Orleans after 40 years is really interesting – it raises questions about how his past will affect him in the present...and if he'll be able to outrun his old foes 
. Can't wait for it to drop this fall!
I'm so stoked that Samuel L Jackson is back on screen as Lee, he's always been a fave of mine. The idea of him going back to NOLA after all these years is super intriguing, and the fact that it's a family-driven show is great. It sounds like they're trying to make something more than just another mob drama, which I love. And starting production in Feb 2026 means we'll get to see this sooner rather than later, can't wait! 
so I just saw this news about Samuel L Jackson's new show NOLA King, and honestly it sounds kinda meh... like, how many times can we reuse a 'guy returns to hometown' plot? 
seems like Paramount+ is just trying to cash in on Taylor Sheridan's success... 
I guess only time will tell if NOLA King lives up to the hype 
. I love how it's a spinoff of Tulsa King and still brings back Russell Lee Washington Jr., but also explores his own story in New Orleans. It sounds like a family drama with some serious crime drama elements, which is my jam 
. The fact that it's set in NOLA makes me want to binge-watch the entire series, from beignets to Bourbon Street 
. Can't wait for February 2026 when production starts and we get our first sneak peek 
It's gonna be intense. I love how the show is inspired by Dwight's character from Tulsa, it's like they're building on something good here. Can't wait to see what happens with Lee and his NOLA crew! 