Taylor Sheridan’s Oil Drama “Landman” Renewed For Season 3
Hold onto your hats, folks, because the oil-slicked drama of West Texas isn’t going anywhere. Paramount+, in a move that shocked absolutely no one paying attention, has officially given the green light to a third season of Landman. Yes, while we’re still neck-deep in the double-crossing and dirty dealings of season two, the powers that be have decided we’re all gluttons for punishment—and for Billy Bob Thornton’s perfectly grizzled face.
The announcement dropped just as season two was hitting its stride, a clear sign that the show’s viewership numbers are doing more than just whispering sweet nothings into the ears of network executives; they’re shouting from the top of an oil derrick. It seems Taylor Sheridan has once again found the formula for printing money, and this time it smells faintly of crude oil and questionable morals.
How a TV Show Gets Another Season
So, how did Landman secure its future so quickly? It’s pretty simple, really. The season two premiere didn’t just do well; it shattered records. According to the bean counters at Paramount, the episode pulled in a staggering 9.2 million pairs of eyeballs within its first 48 hours. That’s not just a bump; it’s a full-blown gusher, reportedly more than doubling the audience of the season one premiere. When your show becomes the biggest premiere in your streaming service’s history, you don’t wait around to renew it. You lock that sucker down before another network tries to poach your star.
This surge in viewership propelled Landman from a breakout hit into the realm of a flagship series, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Sheridan’s other cowboy-hat-wearing creations. Viewers essentially flexed their collective muscle, and Paramount+ had no choice but to listen. In Hollywood, money talks, and Landman‘s audience is screaming.
From Big Hit to Bigger Hit
Let’s not forget, season one was no slouch. Debuting in late 2024, it quickly became Paramount+‘s number one original series, driving engagement and proving that audiences still have an appetite for complex characters and high-stakes drama. But season two’s explosive start took things to a whole new level. It was like striking oil after you’ve already found a gold mine. The early renewal for season three wasn’t a gamble; it was a foregone conclusion.
Right now, we’re in the sweet spot. Season two is still rolling out weekly, leaving us hanging with every episode. The renewal means we can watch the current chaos unfold—Tommy’s new role as president of M-Tex Oil, his son’s dangerously stupid business ventures—without the nagging fear that it’s all leading to a rushed, unsatisfying conclusion. The writers have room to breathe, and we, the audience, have permission to get even more invested in this mess.
What is Landman Actually About?
For the uninitiated, Landman dives into the gritty, chaotic world of the modern West Texas oil boom. Based on the “Boomtown” podcast, the series centers on Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton), a “landman” whose job is part negotiator, part fixer, and all-around problem-solver in a world where fortunes are made and lost in the blink of an eye. The show doesn’t shy away from the dark side of the industry, exploring how the relentless pursuit of black gold impacts everything from the climate to geopolitics, all while Tommy navigates his own fractured family life.
The show’s star power is undeniable. Thornton’s magnetic performance earned him a Golden Globe nomination, and he’s backed by a cast that feels almost unfairly stacked. We’ve got Demi Moore as a formidable oil tycoon’s widow, Andy Garcia as a shady ex-cartel figure, and the legendary Sam Elliott as Tommy’s dad. It’s a powerhouse ensemble that adds layers of intrigue and gravitas to the already compelling story.
The creators themselves have hinted that they’re just getting started. Showrunner Christian Wallace has said they’ve “still just skimming the surface,” with the first two seasons covering a highly compressed timeline. This isn’t a show that’s running out of steam; it’s a slow burn that’s building toward something massive. Thornton himself signed a multi-year deal, suggesting that the story of Tommy Norris has a long road ahead. So, settle in. It looks like we’ll be spending a lot more time in the dusty, morally ambiguous world of Landman.
