Samuel L. Jackson is set to headline NOLA King, the first spin-off from Paramount+’s popular series Tulsa King, marking his debut as the lead of a television series. The announcement came as part of the continued expansion of Taylor Sheridan’s TV universe, with NOLA King debuting after Jackson’s character introduction in Tulsa King season three, premiering in September 2025 on Paramount+. This new series is set in New Orleans, following Jackson’s character Russell Lee Washington Jr.
Details About Jackson’s Character and Plot of ‘NOLA King’
In NOLA King, Samuel L. Jackson portrays Russell Lee Washington Jr., a former convict who served a decade-long prison sentence alongside Sylvester Stallone’s character, Dwight Manfredi. The storyline begins when the Renzetti crime family from New York sends Washington to Tulsa with instructions to eliminate Manfredi. Instead of fulfilling this mission, Washington is moved by Dwight’s attempt at a second chance and decides to return to New Orleans, a city he left 40 years earlier. There, he seeks to rebuild relationships with his estranged family while fighting to dominate the city’s criminal underworld. Washington faces opposition from both the East Coast mafia and adversaries within New Orleans, including the streets and corrupt police forces.
Executive Perspectives on Jackson’s Role and the Show’s Creation
Chris McCarthy, Co-CEO of Paramount Global and President of Showtime/MTV Entertainment, emphasized Jackson’s unique appeal to the franchise, stating,
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Samuel L. Jackson brings unparalleled presence and global appeal, making him the perfect choice to maximize the momentum of one of our biggest hits and transform it into a hit franchise,
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highlighting the significant role Jackson plays in extending Taylor Sheridan’s storytelling legacy. The series is executive produced by Taylor Sheridan alongside David C. Glasser, Sylvester Stallone, and Jackson himself, promising a continuation of the intense, character-driven narratives fans expect.
Samuel L. Jackson’s Enthusiasm for Joining the Taylor Sheridan Universe
Jackson expressed enthusiasm for joining the expansive Taylor Sheridan universe, which includes shows like Yellowstone, 1883, and Mayor of Kingstown. Speaking with Collider’s Taylor Gates, he revealed,
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At least 15 of those shows are on my watchlist all the time, so I’m really happy to be in that universe. I watched Tulsa King, and I liked it even before that idea came up. I know very little about what’s going to happen. I don’t know the character’s name. I don’t know what our history is. I don’t know anything about it, but I do know that I’m very anxious to jump into it and find out what it’s going to be.
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This marks Jackson’s first time leading an ongoing television project, a notable milestone in his distinguished career.
Upcoming Availability and Anticipation for ‘NOLA King’
While fans await Jackson’s return in Tulsa King season three on Paramount+ in September 2025, anticipation is building for the launch of NOLA King. The spin-off is expected to deepen the complex, gritty world painted by Taylor Sheridan, providing a fresh and intense look at crime and redemption in New Orleans. Tulsa King remains available exclusively on Paramount+, setting the stage for this new chapter with Jackson at the forefront.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. How did Samuel L. Jackson overcome addiction?
A. Samuel L. Jackson made an important move towards beating drug addiction by getting professional help and joining a structured rehab program. The knowledge, tools, and support he gained were vital to his recovery.
Q. Is Samuel L. Jackson a billionaire?
A. Jackson has a fortune of $250 million. Much of this wealth comes from his earnings as Nick Fury and his endorsement deal with Capital One. Additionally, he owns real estate on both coasts. Jackson, along with his wife, sports producer LaTanya Richardson, purchased a mansion in Beverly Park, a gated community in Beverly Hills, from Roseanne Barr.
Q. What role did Samuel L. Jackson turn down?
A. Jackson chose not to take a part in “Malcolm X” so he could act in the 1992 movie “White Sands” instead.
Q. What do Samuel L. Jackson’s friends call him?
A. Jackson mentions that some of his friends like to call him Big Jack. In the movie “Pulp Fiction,” Jackson has a laid-back style.
