Landman (TV series)

Landman
GenreDrama
Created byTaylor Sheridan
Based onBoomtown
by Christian Wallace
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
Production
Executive producers
Production companies
Original release
NetworkParamount+
ReleaseNovember 17, 2024 (2024-11-17)[1][2]

Landman is an upcoming American drama television series created by Taylor Sheridan, based on the Boomtown podcast by Christian Wallace. It is set to premiere on November 17, 2024 on Paramount+.[1]

Synopsis[edit]

Landman is set within the world of oil rigs in West Texas, where "roughnecks and wildcat billionaires are fueling a boom so big it’s reshaping our climate, our economy, and our geopolitics."[3]

Cast[edit]

  • Billy Bob Thornton as Tommy Norris, a crisis executive at an oil company.
  • Ali Larter as Angela Norris, Tommy's ex-wife.
  • Michelle Randolph as Ainsley Norris, the strong-willed 17-year-old daughter of Tommy Norris
  • Jacob Lofland as Copper Norris, son of Tommy Norris.
  • Kayla Wallace as Rebecca Savage
  • James Jordan as Dale Bradley, a petroleum engineer.
  • Mark Collie as Sheriff Joeberg
  • Paulina Chavez as Ariana, a woman whose family has been affected by a big misfortune.
  • Demi Moore as Cami, wife to one of the most powerful oil men in Texas and a friend of Tommy Norris
  • Jon Hamm as Monty Miller, a titan of the Texas oil industry who has a long personal and professional relationship with Tommy Norris
  • Mustafa Speaks as Boss
  • Andy Garcia as Galino, an extremely capable, powerful and practical man.
  • Michael Peña as Armando, an oil crewman
  • Octavio Rodriguez as Antonio, a hard man who is angry when his family suffers a tragedy.
  • J.R. Villarreal as Manuel, an oil crewman who is looking for reprisal after a disaster.

Production[edit]

Development[edit]

In February 2022, Paramount+ ordered a television series adaptation of Boomtown titled Landman from screenwriter Taylor Sheridan. Billy Bob Thornton stars in the series.[4][5] In May 2023, Jacob Lofland, Ali Larter, and Michelle Randolph joined the series. [6] In January 2024, Kayla Wallace, James Jordan, Mark Collie, and joined the series as series regulars. [7] In February 2024, it was reported that Jon Hamm joined the series.[8] In April 2024, it was reported that Rodrigez and Villarreal joined the series as recurring characters.[9]

In May 2024, it was reported by Demi Moore that the series had scored a second season, with production commencing in early 2025.[10]

Filming[edit]

Filming started in and around Fort Worth, Texas in February 2024 and concluded in June 2024.[11]

Release[edit]

The first season will launch on Sunday, November 17, 2024 with two episodes, and subsequent episodes of the 10-episode long first season will be available weekly on Sundays through January 12, 2025.[1][12]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c ‘Landman’: Paramount+ Reveals Premiere Date, Drops First Looks Of Billy Bob Thornton Oil Drama
  2. ^ PARAMOUNT+’S NEW ORIGINAL SERIES LANDMAN TO PREMIERE NOVEMBER 17
  3. ^ Monthly, Texas (December 3, 2019). "Announcing 'Boomtown,' a New Podcast on the Greatest Oil Boom in History". Texas Monthly. Archived from the original on February 3, 2023. Retrieved February 27, 2024.
  4. ^ White, Peter (February 15, 2022). "Billy Bob Thornton Set As Lead In Land Man, Zoe Saldaña To Star In Lioness & 1883 Gets New Season, Spinoff As Paramount+ Grows Taylor Sheridan Universe". Deadline Hollywood. Penske Media Corporation. Archived from the original on August 28, 2022. Retrieved September 19, 2022.
  5. ^ Hibberd, James (February 6, 2024). "Taylor Sheridan's Next Drama Starts Production, Reveals New Details". The Hollywood Reporter. Penske Media Corporation. Archived from the original on February 6, 2024.
  6. ^ Petski, Denise (May 23, 2023). "'Land Man': Michelle Randolph & Jacob Lofland Join Billy Bob Thornton In Paramount+ Series". Deadline. Archived from the original on June 9, 2023. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  7. ^ Otterson, Joe (January 29, 2024). "Taylor Sheridan Paramount+ Series 'Landman' Adds Four Series Regulars (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Archived from the original on February 5, 2024. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  8. ^ Otterson, Joe (February 15, 2024). "Jon Hamm Joins Taylor Sheridan Series 'Landman' at Paramount+". Variety. Archived from the original on February 16, 2024. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  9. ^ Cordero, Rosy (April 5, 2024). "Taylor Sheridan's 'Landman' Adds Octavio Rodriguez & J.R. Villarreal". Deadline. Archived from the original on April 17, 2024. Retrieved May 21, 2024.
  10. ^ Goodfellow, Melanie (May 19, 2024). "Demi Moore Talks Role In Taylor Sheridan's 'Landman' & Confirms Second Season Ahead Of Cannes Official Selection Debut In 'The Substance'". Deadline. Archived from the original on May 19, 2024. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  11. ^ Hibberd, James (February 6, 2024). "Taylor Sheridan's Next Drama Starts Production, Reveals New Details". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on February 13, 2024. Retrieved February 19, 2024.
  12. ^ PARAMOUNT+’S NEW ORIGINAL SERIES LANDMAN TO PREMIERE NOVEMBER 17

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