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Originally Published 27 days ago — by Yahoo
In the TV series Landman, Billy Bob Thornton's character humorously criticizes The View hosts, calling them 'pissed off millionaires' and highlighting the show's political commentary, while the series itself follows oil rig workers in West Texas.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by USA Today
The cast of 'Landman' Season 2, including Demi Moore, Sam Elliott, and Billy Bob Thornton, attended the show's premiere in New York City, celebrating its return with a star-studded event at Lincoln Center.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The National Desk
The trailer for 'Landman' season 2 reveals rising tensions, new characters including Sam Elliott as Tommy Norris's father, and ongoing conflicts in the oil industry, with the season premiering on November 16 on Paramount+.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
The highly anticipated second season of the Big Oil drama 'Landman' premieres on November 16 on Paramount+, featuring Billy Bob Thornton and Demi Moore, with new conflicts, characters, and intense family and business dynamics.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Ali Larter discusses her role as Angela Norris in 'Landman' season 2, highlighting her character's strength, confidence, and complex relationships, as well as her experience working on the show and her personal life adjustments, including relocating to Idaho during the pandemic.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Dallas Morning News
Real-life landmen gathered at the American Association of Professional Landmen's headquarters in Fort Worth to watch Taylor Sheridan's new series "Landman," which dramatizes the West Texas oil and gas industry. While the show, starring Billy Bob Thornton, exaggerates scenarios for dramatic effect, it captures the essence of the landman profession, which involves negotiating land rights and dealing with landowners. The AAPL plans to launch a podcast to discuss the show's portrayal of the industry.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Billy Bob Thornton stars as Tommy Norris in Paramount+'s new drama series "Landman," portraying a crisis executive in the oil industry with his signature world-weary charm. While the show, co-created by Taylor Sheridan, effectively humanizes its male characters and explores the complexities of the oil business, it falls short in its portrayal of women, who are often reduced to caricatures. Despite strong performances from actresses like Demi Moore and Ali Larter, their characters lack depth, highlighting a need for more nuanced female representation in Sheridan's otherwise successful series.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TVLine
The premiere episode of 'Landman' starring Billy Bob Thornton has aired, marking the start of the new series. The show is being covered by Penske Media Corporation, which uses various technologies to collect user data, as outlined in their updated Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Taylor Sheridan's new series "Landman," starring Billy Bob Thornton, explores the gritty world of the Texas oil industry, focusing on the high-stakes and dangerous business of securing land and mineral rights in West Texas boomtowns. Based on the "Boomtown" podcast, the show features an ensemble cast including Jon Hamm, Ali Larter, and Demi Moore, and delves into the personal and economic impacts of the oil boom. The first two episodes are available on Paramount+.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Taylor Sheridan's new series "Landman" on Paramount+ explores the oil industry in West Texas, featuring Billy Bob Thornton as Tommy Norris, a fixer for M-Tex Oil. The show, co-created with Christian Wallace, offers a detailed portrayal of the oil fields, drawing comparisons to Sheridan's "Yellowstone" with its masculine bravado and conservative themes. While the series excels in depicting the oil industry's intricacies, it falters in its family drama elements, particularly with underdeveloped female characters. Despite some narrative gaps, "Landman" captivates with its authentic setting.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IndieWire
Taylor Sheridan and Billy Bob Thornton team up for 'Landman,' a Paramount+ drama set in the West Texas desert. The series follows an oil company's fixer as he struggles to keep the rigs, his family, and the American dream intact amidst challenging circumstances.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Tom's Guide
"Landman," the latest series from "Yellowstone" creator Taylor Sheridan, is poised to be a hit on Paramount Plus, with Billy Bob Thornton leading as Tommy Norris, a Texas oil "landman." The show, which combines intense drama with humor, explores the complexities of securing land for oil drilling and the personal dynamics within Norris's life. The first episode has been praised for Thornton's performance and sets the stage for a compelling season, promising to merge its dual storylines effectively.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IndieWire
Billy Bob Thornton discusses his role in Taylor Sheridan's new show 'Landman,' praising Sheridan for creating authentic human stories in his work, similar to his other series like 'Yellowstone' and 'Mayor of Kingstown.'
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
Ali Larter, star of the Paramount+ series 'Landman,' praised the show's intimacy coordinator, Mam Smith, for creating a safe environment on set, though she admits filming intimate scenes remains uncomfortable even after 25 years in the industry. Larter, who plays the ex-wife of Billy Bob Thornton's character, appreciates the support from the crew and the opportunity to portray a complex character. Despite the challenges, she values the professionalism and safety measures in place during such scenes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Dallas Morning News
Billy Bob Thornton discusses his role in Taylor Sheridan's new series 'Landman,' which explores the impact of the West Texas oil boom. Thornton plays Tommy Norris, an oil crisis manager navigating the complex world of oil tycoons and local interests. Filming took place in the challenging conditions of West Texas, enhancing Thornton's connection to his character. Despite living in California, Thornton's Southern roots and love for Texas remain strong, as he reflects on the portrayal of Southern culture in media and his collaboration with Sheridan.