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Tulsa King Cuts 26 Crew Members Amid Layoffs

11/1/2025

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Tulsa King cut 26 of its 600 crew members from returning for Season 4, just before production.
The layoffs hit sound, camera, stunts, and transportation teams.
Emmy-nominated stunt coordinator Freddie Poole, who worked with Sylvester Stallone for 14 years, was cut.
Insiders say turnover is standard in the industry.
Taylor Sheridan announced his departure to NBCUniversal, coinciding with Paramount's plan to lay off 1,000 staffers.

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Story summary

Tulsa King cut 26 of its 600 crew members from returning for Season 4, just before production.
The layoffs hit sound, camera, stunts, and transportation teams.
Emmy-nominated stunt coordinator Freddie Poole, who worked with Sylvester Stallone for 14 years, was cut.
Insiders say turnover is standard in the industry.
Taylor Sheridan announced his departure to NBCUniversal, coinciding with Paramount's plan to lay off 1,000 staffers.