Landman Season 2 Episode 1 Trailer:The oil fields of Texas are coming back to life—and so are the people who run them. The long-awaited trailer for Landman Season 2, Episode 1 has finally been released, and it delivers everything fans of Taylor Sheridan’s world have come to expect: powerful storytelling, unflinching emotions, and unparalleled performances from Sam Elliott and Billy Bob Thornton.
After the explosive finale of the first season kept viewers on the edge of their seats, Season 2 takes a deeper and more profound look at the price of power, loyalty, and survival in America’s oil sector.
The Return of the Texas Oil Fields
The trailer opens with sweeping drone shots of West Texas, a landscape that seems both beautiful and brutal. Pumpjacks rise and fall in the setting sun, the whir of engines and distant rumble echoing in the background. Then, a familiar voice rises above the noise—Sam Elliott’s unique accent:
“You can dig for oil. You can dig for money. But once you hurt a man’s self-esteem, things start to explode.”
It’s a powerful line that perfectly sets the tone for what’s to come—a story of men driven by ambition, haunted by their pasts, and struggling to preserve what little humanity they have left, in a world where loyalties can change as quickly as the Texas weather.
Sam Elliott and Billy Bob Thornton: A Fantastic Pair
Fans are excited to see Sam Elliott join the Landman team for Season 2. Known for his impressive screen presence and deep, raspy voice, Elliott plays Jack Creighton, a retired oil tycoon who is pulled back into the game when his family’s land becomes the center of a major corporate war.
Meanwhile, Billy Bob Thornton returns as Tommy Norris, a tough, sharp-tongued oil tycoon who has seen it all and lost more than he’s willing to admit. Thornton’s character was the moral center of Season 1—complex, flawed, and deeply human. The new trailer suggests that Tommy’s loyalty and judgment will be tested like never before.
The chemistry between Elliott and Thornton looks formidable. One represents the old guard, the other the reluctant survivor – both tied to the land, both unwilling to let go.
A Story of Power, Family, and Consequence
The trailer hints that Season 2 will delve deeper into the human cost of energy, a theme Taylor Sheridan loves to explore—where the desire for power often clashes with the need for liberation.
Some glimpses show oil rig explosions, political handshake, and quiet moments of contemplation—like Tommy staring at a horizon lit by flames. A woman’s voice (played by Ali Larter, believed to be his daughter) asks, “How much more can this earth endure before it swallows us whole?”
There’s also a brief glimpse of new cast members, including Jon Hamm as a powerful government official and Michelle Monaghan as an environmental lawyer challenging the oil empire from within. Their additions promise to add new tension and depth to an already robust cast.
Taylor Sheridan’s Distinctive Style
Like Yellowstone and the Mayor of Kingstown, Sheridan’s influence is clearly visible on Landman. His storytelling is raw, emotional, and unabashedly American—a deep dive into the soul of modern industry and the people who run it.
Every frame of the trailer screams authenticity: the dust, the sweat, the moral conflict. Sheridan knows how to make even the smallest moments seismic—a simple handshake, a look of remorse, or the slow click of a lighter before a storm of chaos.
Expect stark realism, harsh dialogue, and moral ambiguity, all wrapped in cinematic visuals that make Texas both captivating and terrifying.
What fans can expect in Season 2
According to the trailer, Landman Season 2 will explore the consequences of corporate greed and environmental conflict, as oil industry giants face not only economic collapse but also personal reckoning. Expect shifting alliances, shocking betrayals, and emotional confrontations between old friends and new enemies.
The chemistry between Thornton and Elliott will define this season – two people from different eras forced to confront the same fire.
Release and Streaming Details
Paramount+ has confirmed that Landman season 2 will premiere in mid-2025, with the first episode expected to be released first, followed by weekly releases. Fans can stream it exclusively on Paramount+ alongside Sheridan’s other hit shows like Yellowstone, 1923, and Tulsa King.
Final Thoughts
The trailer for “Landman” Season 2 is every bit Taylor Sheridan—bold, grounded, and packed with emotional tension. It’s not just about oil or politics; it’s about the people trapped beneath both.
With Sam Elliott’s wonderfully serious personality and Billy Bob Thornton’s magnetic intensity, this new season promises a story as explosive as the oil wells that fuel it.
One thing’s for sure—when these two legends appear on screen together, the earth itself will tremble.