Created by Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace
Landman premiered with a two-episode debut on November 17, 2024.
Distributed internationally by Paramount Global Content Distribution.
Landman (TV Series) Review
Landman plunges viewers into the raw heart of West Texas oil with Billy Bob Thornton leading as Tommy Norris, a world-weary landman juggling cartel threats, corporate greed, and family turmoil.
Taylor Sheridan’s writing captures the dusty grit of boom-town life as Tommy navigates moral gray zones, backed by a standout ensemble including Ali Larter’s glamorous but hardened Angela and Jon Hamm’s strategic oil tycoon Monty Miller.
Scenes of high-stakes negotiations and roadside barbecues ring with authenticity, thanks to immersive sound design and on-set research with real oil brokers.
Critics praise Thornton’s dark humor and emotional depth, though some note uneven character arcs for the series’ women.
With its blend of smoldering tension, wry dialogue, and sprawling Texan vistas, Landman fuels both drama and debate, making it essential viewing for fans of character-driven sagas set against America’s energy frontier.
CR Rating – 7.7/10
Landman Actors
Billy Bob Thornton as Tommy Norris
DOB: August 4, 1955.
Bio: Born in Hot Springs, Arkansas, Billy Bob Thornton is an Oscar-winning actor, screenwriter, and musician whose Southern storytelling roots run deep.
He earned global acclaim for writing, directing, and starring in Sling Blade (1996), and has since built a career portraying complex, morally gray men navigating high-stakes worlds, from lawmen to lawyers to oilmen.
Role: As M-Tex’s crisis-seasoned operations VP, Tommy navigates cartel threats, regulatory hurdles, and family strife, often with a weary joke ready.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (18 eps).
What to Expect: Gritty humor under fire, morally ambiguous decisions, and moments when his hard exterior cracks to reveal deep regret.
Favorite Things: Vintage guitars, songwriting, roadside barbecue.
Notable Works: Sling Blade, Fargo (TV), Goliath, Bad Santa, Friday Night Lights (film).
Ali Larter as Angela Norris
DOB: February 28, 1976.
Bio: Born in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Ali Larter began her career as a fashion model before transitioning into acting in the late 1990s.
She made a splash with iconic roles in Varsity Blues and the Final Destination franchise, quickly becoming a staple of early-2000s thrillers and genre TV.
Her performance as Niki Sanders in Heroes showcased her range, from vulnerable mother to deadly alter-ego, and earned her a cult following.
Role: Tommy’s ex-wife, she returns to upend the family and the oil empire with flair, sharp wit, and unexpected resilience.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (18 eps).
What to Expect: Glamorous entrances, fierce confrontations with Tommy, and fearless challenges to the status quo.
Favorite Things: Bold fashion, fearless honesty, late-night strategy talks.
Notable Works: Final Destination, Heroes, Resident Evil: Extinction, Obsessed.
Jacob Lofland as Cooper Norris
DOB: July 30, 1996.
Bio: Hailing from Briggsville, Arkansas, Jacob Lofland burst onto the scene at age 15 opposite Matthew McConaughey in Mud (2012), earning critical acclaim for his naturalistic performance.
Known for portraying introspective, working-class youth, Lofland brings a raw authenticity to every role.
Off-camera, Lofland enjoys the solitude of rural life, often retreating to the woods with a wrench or a fishing rod.
Role: As Cooper Norris, the rookie roustabout and son of oil veteran Tommy Norris, he walks a tightrope between wanting to earn his stripes and resisting the darker paths laid before him.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (18 eps).
What to Expect: Coming-of-age thrills, family loyalty tested, and the hazards of paying your dues too fast.
Favorite Things: Fixing machinery, campfire tales, and proving himself.
Notable Works: Mud, The Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials, Justified: City Primeval.
Michelle Randolph as Ainsley Norris
DOB: September 11, 1997.
Bio: A native of Huntington Beach, California, Michelle Randolph studied film production before stepping in front of the camera, earning early attention for her nuanced performances and screen presence.
Her older sister, Cassie Randolph, rose to fame on The Bachelor, but Michelle has carved her own path, preferring indie projects and character-driven dramas.
Role: Ainsley’s arrival sparks tension, balancing corporate intrigue with the emotional toll of family secrets.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (18 eps).
What to Expect: Sharp teen wit, sibling clashes with Cooper, and moments of surprising maturity.
Favorite Things: Street art, songwriting, challenging authority.
Notable Works: 1923, Landman (series regular debut), House of the Witch.
Jon Hamm as Monty Miller
DOB: March 10, 1971.
Bio: Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Jon Hamm skyrocketed to global fame as Don Draper in Mad Men, earning multiple Emmy and Golden Globe awards.
A graduate of the University of Missouri with a degree in English, he initially taught drama at his old high school before moving to L.A. to pursue acting full-time.
Known for balancing leading-man gravitas with comedic timing, Hamm brings layered intensity to Landman.
Role: As M-Tex CEO, Monty’s boardroom iron fist and philanthropic veneer collide under pressure for ever-higher returns.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (11 eps).
What to Expect: Commanding monologues, strategic ruthlessness, and glimpses of unexpected moral lines he won’t cross.
Favorite Things: Vintage whiskey, strategic chess matches.
Notable Works: Mad Men, Baby Driver, Top Gun: Maverick, The Morning Show.
Demi Moore as Cami Miller
DOB: November 11, 1962.
Bio: A trailblazer in 1990s Hollywood, Demi Moore earned international acclaim and an Oscar nomination for Ghost, solidifying her status with iconic roles in A Few Good Men, G.I. Jane, and Indecent Proposal.
Known for her fierce independence and versatility, she has also produced critically acclaimed films through her company Moving Pictures.
Role: As Cami Miller, the elegant but emotionally restrained wife of Monty Miller, Moore plays a woman used to life in the upper echelons of wealth and influence.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (18 eps).
What to Expect: Poised interventions, quietly searing emotional beats, and a formidable presence behind every boardroom.
Favorite Things: Couture gowns, equestrian training, private art tours.
Notable Works: Ghost, G.I. Jane, A Few Good Men, Margin Call.
Paulina Chávez as Ariana Medina
DOB: May 22, 2002.
Bio: A rising star born in El Paso, Texas, Paulina Chávez first gained attention for her breakout role in The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia, where she portrayed the youngest-ever Latina female lead in a STEM-focused Netflix series.
She has since become a vocal advocate for Latinx representation in Hollywood.
Her fluency in Spanish and deep ties to border-town Texas life informed her layered performance as Ariana.
Role: Married into the Medina oil clan, Ariana negotiates family loyalty and identity amidst cartel-linked business.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (18 eps).
What to Expect: Cultural rites that deepen the narrative, heartfelt family debates, and unwavering resilience.
Favorite Things: Hosting intergenerational family feasts, dancing to ranchera music, storytelling nights with her abuela.
Notable Works: The Expanding Universe of Ashley Garcia, The Long Game.
Kayla Wallace as Rebecca Falcone
DOB: October 31, 1993.
Bio: Canadian-born Kayla Wallace began her career behind the scenes as a legal assistant before pursuing acting full time.
Trained at the Canadian College of Performing Arts, Wallace is best known for her work in Hallmark dramas before making a genre leap into prestige television with Landman.
Her real-life legal background lent authenticity to Rebecca Falcone’s courtroom prowess and internal moral battles.
Role: As M-Tex’s lead attorney, Rebecca maneuvers through oil leases, cartel threats, and gut-wrenching ethical choices.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (18 eps).
What to Expect: Tense courtroom showdowns, personal sacrifice, and moments of fierce conviction.
Favorite Things: Legal strategy sessions, late-night case studies.
Notable Works: When Calls the Heart, Feeling Butterflies, Landman (dramatic breakout).
Mark Collie as Sheriff Walt Joeberg
DOB: January 18, 1956.
Bio: Tennessee-born Mark Collie made his name as a chart-topping country-rock singer before transitioning into acting.
Known for his gritty, heartfelt songwriting and rebel spirit, Collie brought a lifetime of Southern storytelling to the screen.
Off-screen, Collie is an advocate for diabetes research and veterans’ causes.
Role: As Sheriff Walt Joeberg, he’s the steady lawman caught between protecting his community and confronting cartel-fueled violence encroaching on the oil patch.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (18 eps).
What to Expect: Gravelly warnings, moral authority under pressure, and small-town justice.
Favorite Things: Fingerstyle guitar sessions, local rodeos, sunrise coffee at the station.
Notable Works: The Punisher (2004), multiple country albums including Born and Raised in Black & White, Landman (TV breakout).
James Jordan as Dale Bradley
DOB: March 14, 1979.
Bio: Known for his intense, grounded performances, James Jordan is a seasoned character actor whose face fans may recognize from gritty dramas and thrillers.
Off set, Jordan is an advocate for environmental education and frequently speaks at actor workshops about the intersection of ethics and performance.
Role: As lead engineer, Dale uncovers dangerous shortcuts and wrestles with speaking up when profits outweigh safety.
Seasons & Episodes: S1–2 (18 eps).
What to Expect: Technical crises, moral conflicts, and sobering looks at environmental cost.
Favorite Things: Solving engineering puzzles, field safety drills, attending environmental policy panels.
Notable Works: Yellowstone, Wind River, Landman (major series role).
Mustafa Speaks as “Boss”
DOB: October 8, 1985.
Bio: A compelling presence on screen, Mustafa Speaks is quickly earning a reputation for authentic, grounded portrayals of blue-collar resilience.
Speaks is also passionate about mentoring young actors from underserved communities, drawing on his own journey through independent theater and regional productions.
Role: The crew foreman known as “Boss,” fiercely protective of his team and first to face down danger.
Seasons & Episodes: S1 (5 eps).
What to Expect: No-nonsense field commands, crew camaraderie, and unshakeable loyalty.
Favorite Things: Rig-life rituals, veteran mentorship programs, early morning fitness routines.
Notable Works: Landman debut.
Michael Peña as Armando Medina
DOB: January 13, 1976.
Bio: Known for his scene-stealing charm and emotional depth, Michael Peña rose to prominence with an Oscar-nominated ensemble performance in Crash and has since become a versatile presence across drama, comedy, and action.
A Chicago native of Mexican descent, Peña often draws on his own upbringing to add nuance to patriarchal roles.
Role: As Armando Medina, the formidable head of the Medina oil family, he must reconcile the expectations of his heritage with the pressures of cartel-linked business and a rapidly shifting industry.
Seasons & Episodes: S1 (1 ep).
What to Expect: Nuanced cartel politics, heartfelt father-son moments, and the fine line between tradition and violence.
Favorite Things: Family cookouts, mariachi music, artisan coffee roasting, and mentoring young entrepreneurs in his community.
Notable Works: Crash, End of Watch, Ant-Man, Narcos: Mexico.
More Actors
Season 1 (2024)
• Colm Feore as Nathan.
• Emilio Rivera as Luis Medina.
• Alex Meraz as Jimenez.
• Alejandro Akar as Elvio Medina.
• Robyn Lively as Ellie.
• J.R. Villarreal as Manuel Lopez.
• Octavio Rodriguez as Antonio.
• Mitchell Slaggert as Ryder Sampson.
• Ben Browder as Colonel Ivey.
• Andy García as Galino (cartel boss).
Season 2 (2025 – 2026)
• Gillian Bolt as Avery.
• Francesca Xuereb as Cheyenne.
• Elijah Collins as Jerrell Teague.
• John W. Heath as Oil Tycoon / Detective.
• Paul Diaz as Christian.
FAQ – Landman TV Series
What is Landman about?
Landman is a neo-Western drama set in the West Texas oil boom that follows Tommy Norris, a landman who navigates danger, wealth and workplace politics as the oil industry reshapes local life.
Is Landman based on a true story?
Yes. The series is inspired by the 2019 Texas Monthly podcast Boomtown, hosted by Christian Wallace, which chronicled the real Permian Basin oil boom and its impact on Texas communities.
Christian Wallace co-created the show with Taylor Sheridan. PEOPLE
Where was Landman filmed?
The series was primarily filmed in and around Fort Worth, Texas, using real oilfield locations and local workers to enhance authenticity.
Is Landman connected to Yellowstone or the Sheridanverse?
While it’s created by Taylor Sheridan, Landman is not part of the Yellowstone universe. It’s a standalone drama with a completely separate story.
Conclusion
Landman stakes its claim as a gritty, character-driven saga set against the unforgiving backdrop of the Texas oil fields.
Billy Bob Thornton delivers one of his most compelling performances in years, balancing dark humor with honest vulnerability.
The series excels at portraying moral ambiguity and high-stakes drama, from cartel showdowns to family reckonings, and its immersive production values add authenticity to every dusty frame.
While uneven supporting character development may leave some viewers wanting more depth, Landman remains a must-watch for fans of Taylor Sheridan’s brand of sprawling, tension-filled epic storytelling.