Discover ‘Landman’: Taylor Sheridan’s New Oil Boom Drama Starring Billy Bob Thornton

Taylor Sheridan‘s New Series: “Landman”

Taylor Sheridan’s popular series “Yellowstone” may be ending, but his new show “Landman” is ready to take its place.

About “Landman”
“Landman” stars Billy Bob Thornton. The show tells the story of the dangerous oil industry in West Texas, inspired by the “Boomtown” podcast that documented the area’s oil boom. The first two episodes debuted on Paramount+ recently.

Cast

• Billy Bob Thornton as Tommy Norris, an oil company executive
• Jon Hamm as Monty Miller, Tommy’s boss
• Ali Larter as Angela Norris, Tommy’s wife
• Demi Moore as Cami, Monty’s wife
• Andy Garcia and Michael Peña as guest stars
• James Jordan and Michelle Randolph in supporting roles

Plot
The show follows Tommy Norris as he secures land for the booming oil and gas industry. The story explores the high stakes and dangers in this industry, impacting people’s lives and the environment.

Inspired by True Events
“Landman” is co-created by Sheridan and journalist Christian Wallace. It reflects the real-life oil boom in the Permian Basin, which began with fracking that transformed the region’s economy. Thornton highlights the show’s focus on relationships and the impact of the oil industry on families living in that environment.

Availability
You can watch the first two episodes of “Landman” on Paramount+, with new episodes releasing on Sundays.