‘Landman’ Season 2 Premiere Doubles Down on Drama, Oil, and Star Power [Review]

When Landman premiered in November of last year, it quickly established itself as yet another success for Taylor Sheridan and Paramount+. The oil-field drama was promptly renewed for a second season, and in a rare display of consistency in today’s streaming landscape, the new installment arrives exactly one year later. Season two of Landman premieres on November 16th, with new episodes dropping every Sunday. Thanks to Paramount+, I had the opportunity to screen the first two episodes in advance. Here are my spoiler-free impressions of how Landman begins its next chapter.

Bigger Role for Demi Moore

Last season, it felt almost criminal how little screen time Demi Moore received. Viewers, myself included, were left wondering why an actress of her caliber was so often relegated to the margins of the story. By the finale, however, it became clear that Taylor Sheridan was laying the groundwork for something more significant with the character of Cami Miller.

Season two wastes no time elevating both Cami and Moore to the forefront. With Jon Hamm’s Monty no longer at the helm of M-Tex, his widow is thrust into unfamiliar territory, both personally and professionally. Moore delivers a commanding performance in the premiere, seamlessly navigating between grief, determination, and steely resolve. It’s a showcase that finally gives her the layered material she deserves.

Landman And Family Man

Billy Bob Thornton once again delivers a standout performance as the titular “landman,” Tommy Norris. Promoted to President of M-Tex following last season’s finale, Tommy now shoulders the monumental task of keeping the company afloat as many anticipate its downfall after Monty’s death. Yet beneath the corporate pressure lies the show’s emotional core: Tommy isn’t just a landman, he’s a family man. Much of Landman’s most compelling drama stems not from oil rigs or boardroom battles, but from Tommy’s efforts to be a father to his children, Cooper (Jacob Lofland) and Ainsley (Michelle Randolph), and maintain a relationship with his ex-wife, Angela (Ali Larter).

Thornton feels utterly at home in the role, chewing through Sheridan’s dialogue with a mix of grit, warmth, and quiet confidence. His presence anchors the series, grounding its larger-than-life energy in something human.

Adding another layer to the family dynamic is the introduction of Sam Elliott as Tommy’s father, T.L. While the premiere doesn’t delve deeply into his backstory, Elliott’s trademark blend of rugged authority and emotional depth makes him an immediate standout. His scenes hint at a complicated relationship that’s sure to be one of the season’s most intriguing threads.

Final Thoughts

If the first two episodes are any indication, Landman’s second season builds on the solid foundation laid last year. With Demi Moore stepping into an increased role, Billy Bob Thornton once again commanding every scene, and Sam Elliott’s arrival adding new emotional depth, Landman continues to be one of Sheridan’s best. The series balances the high-stakes pressures of the oil business with grounded human storytelling. Having only seen two of the ten episodes of the season, it’s premature to predict exactly where the story will head, but one thing’s clear: Season 2 of Landman is off to a compelling and confident start.

Landman Season 2 Trailer

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