Landman has been officially renewed for Season 2 at Paramount+, with production underway across authentic West Texas locations such as Fort Worth, Midland, Weatherford, and Springtown. Expect a return in November 2025 for this neo-Western oil-industry drama co-created by Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace.parade.com+12Decider+12Neon Music+12Wikipedia+11The Express Tribune+11Neon Music+11

Billy Bob Thornton reprises his role as Tommy Norris, who is now thrust into the leadership of M‑Tex Oil following the death of CEO Monty Miller (played by Jon Hamm) at the end of Season 1. Monty’s demise opens a power vacuum—Tommy must navigate internal coups, cartel entanglements with Gallino, and corporate takeover attempts.thegww.com+19meters+1

Sam Elliott joins Season 2 as a new series regular, reuniting with Thornton to bring weathered gravitas and possible generational conflict to the narrative. The current ensemble—Demi Moore (Cami Miller), Ali Larter (Angela Norris), Andy García (Gallino), Jacob Lofland (Cooper Norris), Michelle Randolph (Ainsley Norris), Paulina Chávez, Kayla Wallace, James Jordan, and Colm Feore—are all expected to return.parade.com+159meters+15TV Insider+15

Story-wise, Season 2 dives deeper into corporate intrigue, cartel power plays, and moral friction within the Norris family. Tommy grapples with moral choices—balancing ruthless business decisions while caring for his estranged family.Landman.tv+3thegww.com+39meters+3 Ainsley’s rebellious streak may push her into conflict; Cooper must navigate dangerous loyalties; and Gallino’s dual identity as cartel boss and oil stakeholder promises escalating tension.MySA+7Neon Music+79meters+7

Filming began in April 2025 and runs through August, followed by post-production ahead of the expected November 2025 launch. Locations span the Midland–Odessa oil corridor and Fort Worth areas, lending gritty realism to the high-stakes backdrop of energy politics.MySA+39meters+3The Express Tribune+3

Despite polarizing opinions on its pacing and ensemble focus—as noted in online discussions—Landman remains a powerhouse draw thanks to Thornton’s performance and Sheridan’s expanded Texas universe.thegww.com+15Reddit+15Houston Chronicle+15

Season 2 sets the stage for intense showdowns, divided loyalties, cartel confrontations, and Tommy’s attempt to hold his empire together—all with his signature blend of grit, whiskey, and understated heroism.

🔮 What to Anticipate

• Tommy stepping into Monty’s old seat, balancing power and personal priorities.

• Gallino’s growing influence and cartel alliances disrupting corporate stability.

• Ainsley and Cooper deepening the family conflict and testing loyalty lines.

• New possibilities introduced by Sam Elliott’s character—mentor, adversary, or something in between.

Landman Season 2 promises a gripping blend of oil-rig politics, family turmoil, and neo-Western intensity—just what you’d expect from Taylor Sheridan deep in the Permian Basin. Whether you’re in it for the throwdown boardroom talk or emotional weight of family drama, this fall’s return should deliver.