Landman Season 2: Everything to Know About the Record-Breaking Return

Paramount+’s breakout hit, Landman, is coming back sooner than many fans expected. Taylor Sheridan’s West Texas oil drama has officially set a premiere date for its second season, promising a return to the gritty world of roughnecks and wildcat billionaires that captivated audiences in its record-breaking debut.

The new season will premiere on Sunday, November 16, less than a year after its inaugural season finale. This quick turnaround is particularly impressive and is a testament to the show’s massive success and the prolific output of its creator, Taylor Sheridan, who also has other hits like Tulsa King returning this fall.

Sam Elliott Joins a Star-Studded Cast

Season 2 is set to be even more compelling with a significant addition to its cast: legendary actor Sam Elliott. While the details of his character are being kept under wraps, fans are excited for the reunion between Elliott and Sheridan, who previously collaborated on the critically acclaimed Yellowstone prequel, 1883. Elliott’s commanding presence and Western genre experience are a perfect fit for the West Texas setting of **Landman**.

He joins a roster of returning A-list talent, including Golden Globe nominee Billy Bob Thornton as oil company fixer Tommy Norris. The new season will pick up after the explosive events of the Season 1 finale, where Tommy unexpectedly takes over as CEO of M-Tex Oil. He will have to navigate a series of new challenges, from complex business deals to a dangerous new relationship with a cartel boss, played by Andy Garcia. Other returning stars include Demi Moore, Ali Larter, and Jacob Lofland.

A Proven Hit for Paramount+

The first season of Landman was a runaway success for Paramount+, drawing over 35 million global streaming viewers and becoming the streamer’s most-watched original series. Critics praised the show’s dark, cinematic tone and Billy Bob Thornton’s magnetic performance, even while some found the plot to be over-the-top. The series, which is based on the popular podcast Boomtown, has been lauded for its ability to make the dense subject of the oil industry both gritty and engaging.

The quick renewal and fast-tracked production schedule for Season 2 highlight Paramount+’s confidence in the show to continue its momentum. As Landman gets ready for its return, it is clear that Taylor Sheridan’s unique brand of storytelling has found yet another powerful platform, and audiences can’t wait to see what happens next.