Ali Larter Shares Behind-the-Scenes Secrets from Landman Season 2
1. Season 2 Filming Wrapped—Texas Style
Ali Larter posted cozy set photos with Demi Moore, Michelle Randolph, Christian Wallace, and Billy Bob Thornton, captioned “Finishing strong with the best of the best.” These snapshots were taken in Texas, confirming that production has officially wrapped.Whiskey RiffCountry Living
2. Sam Elliott Joins the Cast
Fans are buzzing: Landman Season 2 has added the legendary Sam Elliott as a series regular. The news has heightened excitement for the new episodes.Country Living
3. Real Locations Bring Authenticity
Filming covered a range of authentic West Texas locales, including Fort Worth, Midland, Springtown, and Weatherford. Local TikTok users even spotted cast and crew shooting on city streets and near pump jacks.MySA
4. Angela’s Depth—and Sheridan’s Real Inspiration
Larter revealed that Angela’s compassionate storyline—visiting elderly residents in a nursing home—was inspired by Taylor Sheridan’s real-life wife, Nicole, who volunteers in elder care to bring joy to seniors.Whiskey RiffFandomWire
5. High-Pressure, No Rehearsals, Fast Shooting
Ali described Sheridan’s directing style as “incredibly fast, incredibly high-pressure.” Her first scene, walking off a G5 jet into a major scene, had no rehearsal—just “Action!” commissioned on arrival.The Direct She also mentioned the demanding five-month Fort Worth shoot through unpredictable weather, but praised the cast’s commitment. The FaceTime scenes with Billy Bob Thornton were shot late in production and completed in just three hours, thanks to Sheridan’s direction and generous support from co-stars.Screen Rant+1
6. Angela: More Than a Trophy Ex-Wife
Larter emphasized that Angela is a complex, emotionally layered woman who balances toughness with vulnerability. She shed the archetype of the “trophy wife,” instead depicting a strategist fighting to hold her family together, while also being fiercely human.ColliderScreen Rant+1
7. Empowerment Beyond Objectification
Addressing critiques about objectification, Larter and Sheridan leaned into Angela’s full emotional spectrum—her loudness, energy, aging concerns, humor, and maternal instincts—to create a legitimately empowered character.The Cinema China
8. Intimate Scene Prep & Body-Confidence Routine
Ali shared how she physically and mentally prepared for scenes that challenged her comfort zone:
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Early bedtime (11 p.m.) and magnesium + GABA supplements
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Morning workouts, ice-cold facial plunges, structured meals
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Wearing Angela’s diamond cross as “armor”
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Deep breathing and mindset work to stay calm and creative on set
This disciplined routine helped her show up confident and grounded.InStyleWhiskey Riff
Summary Table
Behind-the-Scenes Insight | Detail |
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Season 2 Completion | Wrapped in Texas—couch shots, camaraderie |
New Cast | Sam Elliott joins as a regular |
Filming Locations | Fort Worth, Midland, Springtown, Weatherford |
Character Inspiration | Angela’s nursing-home scenes inspired by Sheridan’s wife |
Shooting Style | Fast-paced, high-pressure; minimal rehearsals |
Character Depth | Multi-layered, strong, vulnerable Angela |
Empowerment Approach | Embraces aging, emotion, complexity |
Preparation Routine | Physical, mental rituals for confidence |