New TV series · Paramount+ · Premieres Friday, December 18, 2026
Is Frisco King based on a book?
Quick answer · No, it's an original series
No. Frisco King is an original Taylor Sheridan series and a spin-off of his Paramount+ drama Tulsa King, which is not based on a book either. Samuel L. Jackson plays Russell Lee Washington Jr., the character he introduced in Tulsa King season 3, and Sheridan writes every episode.
Frisco King premieres on Friday, December 18, 2026 on Paramount+.
Checked Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · Source: TVLine
Where to watch and the full episode schedule: Frisco King on TV Docket.
Common questions
Is Frisco King based on a book?
No. Frisco King is an original Taylor Sheridan series and a spin-off of his Paramount+ drama Tulsa King, which is not based on a book either. Samuel L. Jackson plays Russell Lee Washington Jr., the character he introduced in Tulsa King season 3, and Sheridan writes every episode.
Who created Frisco King?
Frisco King was created by Taylor Sheridan.
When does Frisco King come out?
Frisco King premieres on Friday, December 18, 2026 on Paramount+.
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