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Landman (TV series)

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

Landman
GenreDrama
Created by
Based on
Boomtown
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Written byTaylor Sheridan
Starring
Music byAndrew Lockington
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
Executive producers
Production companies
Original release
NetworkParamount+

Synopsis

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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."[2]

Cast

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  • 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 Miller, Monty's wife and Tommy Norris' friend[3][4]
  • Jon Hamm as Monty Miller, Cami's husband who's a titan of the Texas oil industry with a long personal and professional relationship with Tommy Norris[5]
  • Mustafa Speaks as Boss
  • Andy García 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.
  • J.J Thompson as Jiminez Crew, a very mean and tough no mercy cartel member.

Episodes

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No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air date
1"Landman"TBATaylor SheridanNovember 17, 2024 (2024-11-17)[6]
2"Dreamers and Losers"TBATaylor SheridanNovember 17, 2024 (2024-11-17)[6]

All ten episodes are written by Sheridan.[1]

Production

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Development

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In February 2022, Paramount+ ordered a television series adaptation of the podcast Boomtown titled Landman from screenwriter Taylor Sheridan. Billy Bob Thornton stars in the series.[7][8] In May 2023, Jacob Lofland, Ali Larter, and Michelle Randolph joined the series. [9] In January 2024, Kayla Wallace, James Jordan, Mark Collie, and joined the series as series regulars. [10] In February 2024, it was reported that Jon Hamm joined the series.[11] In April 2024, it was reported that Octavio Rodriguez and J.R. Villarreal joined the series as recurring characters.[12]

In May 2024, it was confirmed by Demi Moore that the series had scored a second season, with production commencing in early 2025.[13]

Filming

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Filming started in and around Fort Worth, Texas in February 2024 and concluded in June 2024.[14] Filming locations included the headquarters of the American Association of Professional Landmen, the national association that represents land professionals, as well as the Fort Worth Petroleum Club and Texas Christian University. [15]

Release

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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.[6][16]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Landman". Writers Guild of America West. June 14, 2024. Retrieved September 9, 2024.
  2. ^ 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.
  3. ^ "Demi Moore, Jon Hamm sizzle as oil tycoon couple in 1st pics from Yellowstone' creator's new show". TODAY.com. July 11, 2024. Retrieved August 1, 2024.
  4. ^ Dabney, Courtney (July 9, 2024). "A First Look At Taylor Sheridan's Landman TV Series — Jon Hamm, Demi Moore, and More Stars in Fort Worth". PaperCity Magazine. Retrieved August 1, 2024.
  5. ^ "Demi Moore, Jon Hamm sizzle as oil tycoon couple in 1st pics from Yellowstone' creator's new show". TODAY.com. July 11, 2024. Retrieved August 1, 2024.
  6. ^ a b c Rice, Lynette (July 9, 2024). "'Landman': Paramount+ Reveals Premiere Date, Drops First Looks Of Billy Bob Thornton Oil Drama". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 9, 2024.
  7. ^ 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.
  8. ^ 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.
  9. ^ 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.
  10. ^ 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.
  11. ^ 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.
  12. ^ 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.
  13. ^ 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.
  14. ^ 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.
  15. ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
  16. ^ PARAMOUNT+’S NEW ORIGINAL SERIES LANDMAN TO PREMIERE NOVEMBER 17
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