Sheridan’s expanding TV universe
Taylor Sheridan has become one of television’s most prolific showrunners, turning out multiple high-profile series and spin-offs in rapid succession. Over the last year he’s overseen new seasons of Tulsa King and Mayor of Kingstown and launched Landman, while continuing work on other projects in his slate. Sheridan’s output has relied heavily on a recurring stable of actors and a creative approach that often spawns interconnected series — most famously via the Yellowstone universe — and now extends from Oklahoma and Montana into Texas.
From NOLA King to Frisco King: the title and setting change
A planned spin-off of Tulsa King centered on Samuel L. Jackson’s Reese Lee Washington Jr. has shifted direction days before production was set to begin. The series, originally reported with a working title referencing New Orleans, will no longer be set in that city. Instead, the project has been retitled Frisco King and relocated to Frisco, Texas. The move reflects a substantive change in the show’s geographic anchor and tone, swapping a New Orleans backdrop for a suburban North Texas setting.
Creative personnel and Sheridan’s expanded role
Early reports attached a writer named Erickson to the pilot for the Tulsa King spin-off; however, Sheridan has since stepped in as the primary creative force for the series. He is now credited with writing all eight episodes of the first season. Samuel L. Jackson, whose character Reese Lee Washington Jr. first appeared in Tulsa King Season 3, remains the focal point of the new series.
Production plans and likely release window
Production is scheduled to begin next month in Fort Worth, Texas — part of the same regional production hub Sheridan has used for several of his recent series. With filming underway in the coming weeks, industry timelines point to a probable release in early 2027, assuming the schedule proceeds without major changes. Casting beyond Jackson and specific plot details are being kept under wraps for now.
What the change means for the franchise
Moving the spin-off from New Orleans to Frisco represents a notable pivot in creative direction. A New Orleans setting would have brought its own cultural textures and storytelling possibilities; a Texas-set series, by contrast, meshes with Sheridan’s growing habit of anchoring his shows in the state where he frequently films. The change may reflect logistical considerations, creative choices, or both — but the result is a project that further expands the Tulsa King universe while tightly linking it to Sheridan’s Texas production base.
Where to watch and what’s next
Fans who want to catch up on the Tulsa King storyline that introduced Reese Lee Washington Jr. can stream the first three seasons on Paramount+. Sheridan’s broader slate continues to grow: he remains active on multiple series, and additional Yellowstone offshoots and other projects are in various stages of development. Expect more official casting and plot announcements for Frisco King as production advances.