The hustle hits North Texas in Frisco King, a crime‑drama‑comedy hybrid that drops viewers straight into the polished chaos of suburban America. Led by Samuel L. Jackson, the series expands Taylor Sheridan’s growing universe and brings a fresh, swagger‑filled spin to the criminal underworld. The first season premieres December 18, 2026, exclusively on Paramount+.
When seasoned New Orleans gangster Lee Washington arrives in Frisco, Texas, he discovers a hidden playground of hustlers operating beneath the city’s pristine surface. What starts as small‑time grifts quickly escalates into a full‑blown criminal enterprise as Washington recruits an ambitious protégé, a loyal driver, and a roster of eccentric partners.
Frisco King
- Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Asa Germann, Kai Caster, Lilah Pate, Savanna Gann
- Genre: Crime, Drama, Comedy
Every new score raises the stakes — and every risk threatens to topple the empire he’s building. Frisco may look quiet, but its new king is ready to shake the suburbs.
Cast
The ensemble brings a mix of grit, charm, and chaotic energy to Sheridan’s latest world:
- Samuel L. Jackson as Russell Lee Washington Jr.
- Asa Germann as Teddy
- Kai Caster as Keith
- Lilah Pate as London
- Savanna Gann as Avery
- Ricky Bartlett as Actor
- Special appearance: Sylvester Stallone
These characters form the backbone of Washington’s growing operation, each bringing their own quirks and complications to the table.
Creator & Creative Team
- Created by: Taylor Sheridan
- Executive Producers: Taylor Sheridan, Sylvester Stallone, Samuel L. Jackson, David C. Glasser, Ron Burkle, David Hutkin, Bob Yari, Christina Alexandra Voros, Michael Friedman, LaTanya Richardson Jackson, Keith Cox
- Directors: Christina Alexandra Voros (pilot), Michael Friedman (multiple episodes)
Sheridan writes all eight episodes of Season 1, ensuring the series carries his signature blend of character‑driven tension, sharp dialogue, and morally tangled storytelling.
Production Details
- Studios: Paramount Television Studios & 101 Studios
- Related Universe: Tulsa King spinoff
- Filming Locations: North Texas, including Fort Worth and surrounding suburbs
The show was originally developed under the working title NOLA King before shifting its setting — and its name — to Frisco, Texas.
Release Date
Season 1 premieres December 18, 2026, with a two‑episode debut followed by new episodes every Friday on Paramount+.
