Howdy folks! If you were hooked on the rough and tumble world of West Texas oil rigs then get ready to celebrate. Paramount Plus just announced that Landman is officially coming back for Season 2! Yep you heard that right. More dust grit and drama are on the way and we are here for it.
Landman Strikes Oil Again: Paramount Plus Greenlights Season 2 After Impressive Debut
The renewal might not be a total shocker if you have been paying attention. Landman season 1 did seriously well for Paramount Plus. Like REALLY well. It premiered back in November and quickly became a fan favorite. Turns out folks are loving this dive into the high-stakes oil industry.
Numbers don't lie and Landman's numbers are impressive. Nielsen streaming data put it in the top 10 of all streaming original shows for the last quarter of 2024. But get this Paramount Plus says Landman had the most watched global premiere AND finale of any series EVER on their service. That is huge! Plus Billy Bob Thornton even snagged a Golden Globe nomination for his performance. So yeah it is safe to say Landman is a hit.
What is Landman Anyway? A Quick Catch-Up on the West Texas Oil Drama You Need to Watch
For those just joining the party Landman throws you right into the heart of the booming West Texas oil fields. It is all about roughnecks wildcat billionaires and the folks caught in between. Think big money bigger risks and plenty of drama. The show is actually based on a podcast called "Boomtown" so you know it is grounded in some real-world grit.
Landman is not just about oil though. It is an upstairs/downstairs story meaning you see the action from all angles from the hard-working folks in the field to the big shots in the corner offices. It tackles some big themes too like ambition working-class struggles and even the debates around energy and climate change in today's world. Plus it has that Taylor Sheridan touch. If you dig Yellowstone or Tulsa King you will probably dig Landman too.
Meet the Landmen (and Women): Who's Who in the Cast of This Paramount Plus Hit
The cast of Landman is stacked. Leading the charge is the one and only Billy Bob Thornton. He plays Tommy Norris the "landman" himself the guy who makes things happen and smooths things over in the messy world of oil. He is fantastic in the role all swagger and grit.
But the talent does not stop there. Season 1 also featured Andy Garcia Ali Larter Jacob Lofland Michelle Randolph Demi Moore and even Jon Hamm. Yeah that Jon Hamm. Keep in mind though that Jon Hamm's character Monty Miller well... things did not end well for him in Season 1. More on that in a bit.
Paramount Plus is Riding High with Taylor Sheridan: Landman Joins the Ranks of Tulsa King and Lioness
Paramount Plus is really building a powerhouse of shows and Taylor Sheridan is a big part of that. Landman is now sitting pretty alongside other hits like Tulsa King and Lioness. Chris McCarthy CEO of Paramount Global even pointed out that these shows are driving Paramount Plus to "new heights" making it a top streaming service for original content.
It is clear Paramount Plus sees Landman as a key player in their lineup. Renewing it for Season 2 is a sign they are doubling down on these kinds of gritty character-driven dramas. And honestly with the viewership numbers they are pulling in it makes total sense.
Spoiler Alert: What Happened in the Landman Season 1 Finale and What it Means for Season 2
Okay if you are still catching up on Season 1 you might want to skip this bit but let's talk about that finale for a sec. Things got dramatic as expected. Perhaps the biggest moment? The death of Jon Hamm's character Monty Miller. Yep he is gone. No coming back from that heart attack even if Jon Hamm himself thought there might be some "ambiguity" to it.
Monty's death is going to shake things up big time for Season 2. As Jon Hamm himself said it leaves Billy Bob's character Tommy with a "heavy burden". What does that mean for Tommy? How will he navigate the oil world without Monty in the picture? Season 2 is definitely set to explore the fallout from all of that.
Want More Landman? Season 1 is Coming to DVD and Blu-ray (Plus Bonus Goodies!)
Missing West Texas already? Good news. If you want to relive all the drama of Landman Season 1 or just want to own it physically you are in luck. Season 1 is hitting DVD and Blu-ray on May 13th. And it is not just the episodes you will get. The physical release will also include never-before-seen footage and behind-the-scenes content. Perfect for Landman superfans.
What's Next for Landman Season 2? Buckle Up for More Oil Rigs and Family Feuds
So what can we expect from Landman Season 2? While details are still under wraps you can bet on more of what made Season 1 so compelling. More corporate intrigue more family drama and of course more West Texas grit. Will Tommy be able to handle the weight of Monty's absence? Will new rivals emerge in the cutthroat oil industry? And will we see even more of those stunning Texas landscapes?
One thing is for sure with Taylor Sheridan at the helm and Billy Bob Thornton leading the cast Landman Season 2 is shaping up to be another must-watch on Paramount Plus. Get ready to dive back into the boomtowns and see what fortunes and misfortunes await.
Stream Season 1 of Landman now on Paramount+ and get ready for Season 2! What are you most excited to see in the new season? Let us know in the comments below!