Warning: SPOILERS ahead for Landman season 1, episode 10!Billy Bob Thornton has explained howLandmanseason 1’s ending sets up Tommy’s biggest challenge in season 2, as his life goes through a major change. At the start of the season finale, Tommy is faced with the revelation that Monty (Jon Hamm) has named him President while he remains incapacitated due to complications following his heart attack. Unfortunately,Landmanseason 1 endedwith Monty’s death, making Tommy the new President of his oil company heading into season 2. This is despite his own responsibilities and lack of experience in a role with such big shoes to fill.
Speaking withVariety, Thornton explained howTommy’s biggest challenge inLandmanseason 2 will be his new role as President of the oil company. The actor said his character is less inclined toward being “some type of executive person,” as he’s used to his hands-on role as a landman. He believes Tommy isn’t going to stop doing his titular job, either, because that’s simply the kind of person he is. Check out what Thornton had to say below:
Tommy would much rather be out there doing what he’s been doing, but unfortunately, under these circumstances, it’s the right thing to do. Tommy knows he can be helpful. But he also certainly never wanted to be some type of executive person — it’s against his nature. So I don’t think that Tommy is going to stop being a landman. I don’t know this for a fact, but I know the character — and I know I sure wouldn’t stop.
What Thornton’s Statement Means For Tommy In Landman Season 2
He Might Not Remain President For Very Long
Tommy’s characterization throughout Taylor Sheridan’s oil-focused drama has shown he’s built for his job as a landman because of his no-nonsense attitude. This was shown in the finale itself, where he begrudgingly worked with Rebecca (Kayla Wallace) to get a land sale done.His attitude while dealing with the cartel may have also saved his life, given their leader killed his own people to make peace with him. While some characters on thecast ofLandman, like Angela (Ali Larter), don’t always mesh with his perspectives, it’s one that’s made him successful and kept him alive on the job.
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As Thornton’s statement indicates,Tommy isn’t built for life as an oil executive, something evidenced by the contrast between his gritty sequences and Monty’s businesslike meetings. It’s a new life that would take lots of adjustment for the protagonist, which means he’d likely handle his early days similarly to how he behaves while on the field. WhileMonty’s death inLandmanmeans he’ll be forced into the position, he could also usher in somebody to take his place if he decides he’d rather be back on the oilfields as usual.
Our Take On Tommy’s New Role In Landman Season 2
He Probably Won’t Be Off The Field For Long
Tommy’s future seems like it’ll involve him slowly getting used to a more executive role in the company, but that doesn’t mean he’ll allow himself to change too much. One possibility is that he hands his presidential responsibilities over to Cami (Demi Moore), since she might have more familiarity with the behind-the-scenes business deals that keep the company running. SinceLandmanseason 2 could have plenty of unique surprises throughout, he could also try slipping into the role, only for more problems to arise in the process.
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Set in West Texas, this series explores the world of oil rigs and the fortunes they create. It portrays a modern upstairs/downstairs narrative of roughnecks and billionaires, highlighting the profound impact on the climate, economy, and geopolitics in these boomtowns.
