Samuel L. Jackson stars in the forthcoming crime drama series "Frisco King," a spinoff from Sylvester Stallone’s "Tulsa King." The Paramount+ show, set to stream later this year, features Jackson as Russell Lee Washington Jr., a former hitman who ventures into establishing a criminal enterprise in the Dallas suburb of Frisco, Texas.

Jackson, 77, takes on the role of Washington, a character previously introduced in the third season of "Tulsa King." Initially sent to eliminate Oklahoma crime boss Dwight “The General” Manfredi—played by Stallone—Washington ultimately aligns himself with his former prison friend instead of carrying out the hit. In the new series, Washington relocates to Frisco, a rapidly growing and affluent area known as the headquarters of the Dallas Cowboys, to build his own operation.

The show introduces an ensemble cast around Washington, including Teddy (Asa Germann), a college dropout with entrepreneurial ambitions; Keith (Kai Caster), a hotel valet; and cheerleaders London (Lilah Pate) and Avery (Savanna Gann), who become part of Washington’s unconventional crew. Executive producer and director Christina Alexandra Voros highlights the distinctiveness of the Texas setting, noting that while many might initially associate the title with San Francisco, the story actually takes place in the once quiet town of Frisco, which has evolved into a prominent suburban hub.

Executive producer Stallone also makes an appearance in the opening episode, with his character Manfredi remaining primarily based in Tulsa as Washington’s storyline unfolds in Texas. The series, created by Taylor Sheridan, was initially titled "NOLA King," reflecting Washington’s origins in New Orleans. While the new show captures elements of his hometown, the shift to Frisco allows exploration of a fresh environment—marked by prosperity and cleanliness—that contrasts with the gritty underworld associated with New Orleans.

The decision to set the series in Texas aligns with Sheridan’s extensive production resources found at the Fort Worth studio complex, facilitating on-location filming in and around Frisco. Voros describes Jackson as a force on set, someone who brings out heightened performances from the younger cast members despite the challenges of working alongside a seasoned actor known for commanding roles.

Jackson expressed enthusiasm about his involvement, reflecting on the enjoyment of inhabiting the character over the course of eight episodes. The series is expected to balance elements of danger and crime with a playful tone, following Washington’s navigation through a new world of power and influence in Texas.