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Taylor Sheridan’sTulsa Kingwas no random mob show. It’s a tale heavily inspired by one of the real-life crime world’s legends. Sylvester Stallone’s character, Dwight, drew clear inspiration from the notorious mafia aristocracy of Palermo, merging Hollywood swagger with gritty, old-school crime family vibes.
Sheridan’s storytelling made sure to capture that blend of authority, honor, and underworld chaos.
Tulsa Kingdraws real-life mafia inspiration from Palermo’s Inzerillo family
Taylor Sheridan’sTulsa Kingbecame a massive hit, quickly earning a place among the best shows on Paramount+. But behindSylvester Stallone’s portrayal of Dwight “The General” Manfredi lies a fascinating connection to real-life mafia history.
While Dwight’s tale of exile and power struggles in Tulsa may be fictional, his inspiration draws heavily from the mafia aristocracy of Palermo – the Inzerillo crime family,describedas“the mafia aristocracy of Palermo.”
In the 1980s, Palermo’s mafia scene was dominated by the ruthless Salvatore Riina, known as “The Beast.” His violent rise to power nearly wiped out the Inzerillos, a family with deep ties to New York’s mafia. After Riina’s bloody campaign, the Inzerillos were forced into exile, protected by the Gambinos in the U.S.
While no one in real life traveled from New York to take over Tulsa, the parallels between Dwight’s banishment and the Inzerillo family’s exile are clear.
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Tulsa Kingdrew from this dark chapter in Sicilian mafia history, weaving in themes of survival, revenge, and family loyalty. In fact, the show’s plot, with Dwight taking charge in a new city, mirrors the real-life mafia dynamics where exiled families once sought to reclaim their power.
Although the Inzerillo family’s attempts at resurgence in New York and Sicily have faced setbacks, their story remains one of the most compelling, andTulsa King’s captured that energy perfectly, blending fictional drama with rich, gritty history.
Taylor Sheridan’sYellowstonechallenges political labels
Taylor Sheridan’sYellowstonemight be dubbed a “Republican show” or “red-stateGame of Thrones,” but Sheridan himself pushes back. He pointed out that the series tackles deep issues like Native American displacement, corporate greed, and land-greedy gentrification.
According to him, it’s about telling the raw truth of American history, not just politics.He revealed,
And I just sit back laughing. I’m like, ‘Really?’ The show’s talking about the displacement of Native Americans and the way Native American women were treated and about corporate greed and the gentrification of the West, and land-grabbing. That’s a red-state show?
But here’s the twist:Yellowstoneisn’t the first time Sheridan’s explored these themes.Sicariolaid the foundation for his critique of power dynamics and blurred moral lines.
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It’s a textbook example of how geopolitics and hard truths about good and evil seep into his storytelling. Taylor Sheridan’s not just playing politics; he’s deconstructing them.
Tulsa Kingis available to watch on Paramount + and Apple TV.
Heena Singh
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.
