Tulsa King Season 2 - Episode 3 ✔ 〈TOP〉

This friction is essential for the show’s longevity. Stallone is excellent as the grumpy mentor, but for the show to evolve, the students must challenge the teacher. We also see Mitch Keller (Garrett Hedlund) struggling with the physical toll of his lifestyle and Bodhi (Martin Starr) trying to keep the legal fronts—specifically the dispensary—afloat amidst the heat.

Episode 3 opens with a lingering tension. The visual language of the show continues to contrast the rustic, sun-drenched aesthetic of Tulsa with the dark, tailored suits of Dwight’s New York sensibilities. The episode quickly establishes that the reprieve from legal troubles was temporary. The ATF and local law enforcement are circling, but the more immediate threat is the power vacuum Dwight created by asserting dominance in a city that already had players. The standout conflict of Tulsa King Season 2 - Episode 3 revolves around the introduction of Waltrip’s true influence. Until now, Waltrip has been a specter—a voice on the phone or a threat mentioned in hushed tones. In this episode, the writers smartly utilize McDonough’s chilling screen presence. Waltrip isn't just a rival; he is an inevitability. Tulsa King Season 2 - Episode 3

A particular highlight of the episode involves a scene at the Higher Plane dispensary. The show’s signature dark comedy shines through as Bodhi tries to manage the mundane stress of running a business (power outages, inventory) while Dwight discusses burying bodies or hiding cash. It is a tonal tightrope walk that Tulsa King has mastered, and Episode 3 balances it perfectly. No review of Tulsa King Season 2 - Episode 3 would be complete without discussing the ATF agent Stacy Beale (Andrea Savage). Her character arc in this episode is perhaps the most tragic of the bunch. This friction is essential for the show’s longevity