Tulsa King’s Latest Episode Totally Left Out My Favorite Season 3 Storyline, But I’m Betting More Is Coming Soon

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Beware! This contains spoilers for the newest episode of Tulsa King. If you haven’t watched it yet on Paramount+, you might want to skip this!

Okay, so episode seven of Tulsa King really drove home the growing tension between Dwight and Jeremiah Dunmire, and we got a deeper look at just how messed up Jeremiah’s relationship with his son, Cole, is – that kid is seriously frustrating! They also showed us how Dwight and his crew managed to get the Attorney General on board. But honestly, what didn’t happen in the episode was the most interesting part to me. There were some huge gaps in the story that really stood out.

By now, viewers of Tulsa King have seen plenty of Sylvester Stallone’s character, Dwight, scamming criminals of all sorts, and while it’s still enjoyable – keeping the show as one of Paramount+’s highlights – I’ve become particularly invested in Bodhi’s storyline this season, even more so than the other plots. It was surprising, though, to not see Martin Starr’s character at all, considering all the other main players were present.

Bodhi’s PTSD-Laden Storyline Stands Out And Deserves More Attention

Because Tulsa King spends so much time showing tough guys, violence, and Tyson trying to become Dwight’s top assistant, I always appreciate when the show slows down and focuses on Bodhi and Grace. They’ve remained relatively low-level members of Dwight’s crew, and while their scenes have usually been funny, Bodhi is facing some serious challenges this season.

Bodhi is still deeply affected by the death of Jimmy The Creek, who was shot and killed outside the dispensary in Season 2. Despite working with Dwight, Bodhi and Jimmy had become close friends, and witnessing Jimmy’s violent death – holding him as he died – was incredibly traumatic. It’s an experience that would understandably lead someone to quit their job, but Bodhi doesn’t currently have that option.

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Earlier in the season, Cowboy Art killed Jimmy, and Bodhi decided to confront him. Instead of just attacking, Bodhi used a gun to injure Art and then explained how deeply Art’s actions had affected him. They reached a tense but workable agreement, with Bodhi realizing that further violence wouldn’t solve anything.

Even when Starr seems happy, like during his road trip with Grace in Episode 6, his troubled side quickly reappears. This happened whenever Art called about Bevilaqua – the villains were asking Bodhi to help find their boss, which likely felt unsettling for him.

Episode 7 doesn’t offer much information about Bodhi, even though Grace is present and involved in the casino game that compromises the Attorney General and puts Dwight in a difficult position. It’s possible Bodhi is simply out of it after consuming too many edibles and is currently resting.

What Martin Starr Told Me About Bodhi’s Season 3 Storyline

While promoting Season 3 of Tulsa King on Paramount+, I spoke with Martin Starr about his character, Bodhi, receiving surprisingly substantial development. He explained that this growth has been intentionally planned since the beginning of the series.

That was a really enjoyable moment. It felt like it had roots in the first season, stemming from how things usually happen in the show. It didn’t feel right that the character would simply go along with everything, and Terry felt the same way. That scene with the shooting, where my character chose not to participate, hinted at a possible storyline where he struggles with, or accepts, his desire for a more peaceful approach.

Bodhi has always been the peaceful one, preferring to stay out of trouble while managing the legal cannabis business. However, he’s recently found himself in a difficult situation. Interestingly, Sylvester Stallone was a major advocate for expanding the role and storyline of Martin Starr’s character. According to Stallone himself:

It’s been really enjoyable exploring a darker side to the character, almost like playing a mobster. Sylvester Stallone specifically wanted to show that evolution this season, and it’s been great. He knows everyone’s lines and story arcs so well, and he’s always actively helping others develop interesting storylines and character growth throughout the series. It’s fantastic having him as the leader, guiding everything.

I’m really looking forward to the moment – maybe in seasons 8 or 9 – when Bodhi unexpectedly arrives, dressed as the Punisher, with a gun in each hand. It’s surprising to think this could happen to a character who’s generally stayed away from violence, but being around trouble for too long can change anyone.

I think this show will present Bodhi with a crucial turning point before the season ends. It’ll be a moment that pushes him past a point of no return, leading him to do something that destroys what little innocence he has left.

Will Dwight Manfredi’s influence quickly transform Bodhi into a serious criminal, or will his development unfold over a potential fourth season? Watch new episodes of Tulsa King on Sundays on Paramount+ to find out.

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2025-11-03 21:19