by Tim Gordon
The third episode of Tulsa King’s third season, “The G and The OG,” finds Dwight Manfredi (Sylvester Stallone) once again trying to balance business, loyalty, and survival while keeping the wolves at bay. The heat is rising on multiple fronts, and this episode leans fully into the chaos, juggling federal pressure, gang tension, and the fallout of misplaced pride.
A War Council and a Federal Detour
The hour opens with Dwight assembling his crew for a pep talk, preparing them for what looks like an impending turf war. Just as the General begins to set his sights on Dunmire (Robert Patrick) and his goons, Agent Musso (Kevin Pollak) picks the absolute worst time to call in a favor. Dwight and Mitch, ever the reluctant soldiers, hop into a self-driving car in one of the show’s most comically awkward sequences to meet with Musso, who sends them on a job in Texas.
Musso’s “assignment” feels personal, and Dwight senses it. As they track down Dexter Deacon (Dallas Roberts), also known as “The Watchmaker,” the mission shifts from professional to personal vendetta. The dialogue crackles with unease as the two men test loyalties and weigh the cost of working together. By the end of the trip, Dwight has done the job, but his instincts tell him this isn’t about the Bureau at all. It is about Musso’s grudge.
Tyson’s Bad Decisions
Back home, Tyson’s (Jay Will) ambition outpaces his common sense. Determined to prove himself, he takes Bodhi (Martin Starr) and Goodie (Chris Caldovino) on a recon mission to tail Cole Dunmire (Beau Knapp). The sight of them following the mobster in a neon Tesla Cybertruck is pure Tulsa King comedy gold. Their destination, a bingo hall, is unexpected. Goodie explains that Dunmire’s family runs a rigged bingo scam, showing how old-school crime and new-school hustle collide.
After exposing the con and pocketing a healthy payout, Tyson’s recklessness catches up to him. He winds up at a strip club celebrating their win, only to get cornered in the Champagne Room by Cole and his crew. The beating that follows is brutal, a message to Dwight that the Dunmires are far from done. Tyson’s refusal to talk is admirable, but his poor judgment may have cost them dearly.
Cleo’s Chaos and Mitch’s Line
Cleo (Bella Heathcote) continues her spiral after the violent ambush at her father’s cabin. Mitch (Garrett Hedlund) tries to calm her nerves and reassure her that Dwight has things under control, even gifting her a car to boost her spirits. But Cleo’s grief and rage are combustible. Her decision to vandalize Jeremiah Dunmire’s property is both reckless and self-destructive, a suicide mission fueled by pain. Mitch finally loses patience, telling her that if she won’t play smart, she’s on her own.
Their volatile dynamic provides the emotional counterweight to Dwight’s confidence. Cleo’s trauma mirrors Dwight’s own history of impulsive decisions, but where he has learned control, she is still unraveling.
The Missing Pieces
Meanwhile, Armand’s (Max Casella) disappearance hangs over the episode like a storm cloud. His panicked wife storms into the distillery, accusing Dwight of knowing more than he is letting on. Whether Armand is in hiding or dead remains a mystery, but his absence leaves a dangerous void.
And then there is the Montague 50. Dwight’s prized bourbon stash has vanished, and the news hits him hard. Between Musso’s manipulation, the Dunmire threat, and the missing liquor, the General’s empire feels shakier than ever.
Final Thoughts
“The G and The OG” delivers a strong mix of tension, humor, and escalating conflict. Tyson’s impulsiveness puts everyone in danger, Cleo’s recklessness tests Mitch’s loyalty, and Musso’s hidden agenda promises to explode later this season. As for Dwight, he is learning that being the boss does not mean control. It means surviving while everyone around him makes their own plays.
The stage is set for a full-on war. The question now is who will be left standing when the smoke clears.
