Warning: SPOILERS ahead for Landman season 1, episode 10!Billy Bob Thornton has addressed the possibility ofLandmanseason 2, while also unpacking series creator Taylor Sheridan’s renewal strategy. Theend ofLandmanseason 1saw major changes for Tommy (Thornton), with Monty (Jon Hamm) dying because of complications from his latest heart attack, leaving the titular landman as President of the oil company. He’s also now familiar with Galino (Andy García), a cartel leader who gunned down his own men just to get back on good term with the company. This opens the door for plenty of possibilities if season 2 ends up happening.
Speaking withDeadline, Thornton addressed the chances ofLandmanseason 2, sayingSheridan usually doesn’t reveal his plans until they’ve been completed. The actor explained how the series creator probably isn’t going to tell him about his plans for a possible follow-up until he’s ensured it’s as perfect as possible. However, this also means the chances of another season might not be clear until the creator has a full story ready to go. Check out what Thornton had to say below:
[Series creator] Taylor [Sheridan] keeps it pretty close to the vest until it’s time. Okay. And when he knows it’s time, he’ll let me know. And when he lets me know, he really lets me know the whole thing. It’s kind of like you want to get all the dust out of the corners before the family gets home when you’re cleaning the house. He really wants it to be where it’s supposed to be before any of us hear about it.
What Thornton’s Statement & Sheridan’s Strategy Mean For Landman Season 2
A Renewal Announcement Might Not Be For A While
Thanks toLandman’s engaging charactersand realistic depiction of life working on an oilfield, the show has received plenty of praise from critics and viewers alike.It also gave Thornton a Best Actor nomination at the Golden Globes, signifying how recognized the series has been because of his commanding on-screen presence. There’s also plenty of potential thanks to the main characters' new role as President, something that could deeply alter the show’s premise as he faces new challenges in a more executive role.
Monty’s Fate In Landman’s Season 1 Finale & What It Means For Season 2 Explained
Jon Hamm’s Monty played a critical role in Landman season 1, with his role in the finale having major ramifications for future seasons.
However, Thornton’s statement indicatesLandmanseason 2might not be announced until Sheridan is satisfied with the story he has planned for it.This means it could be quite some time until it’s officially confirmed, especially as its creator continues work on theYellowstoneuniverse, alongside several other shows he created or co-created for Paramount+. But, since Tommy’s new role and Galino’s introduction indicate more is on the way, a plan might already be forming around what will come next for the drama.
Our Take On Landman Season 2’s Potential Announcement
The Series Is Probably Going To Get Renewed
Since Sheridan is unlikely to haveLandmanseason 2 prepared until the story has been completed behind-the-scenes, there could be weeks or even months of silence without any news on its future. However, the show’s popularity means it’s probably going to be renewed for season 2, with an announcement likely being made when it nears the production stage. For now, there’s nothing concrete about where the show will go, other than a possible major shift in dynamics for its next stage.
Landmanseason 2 will also likely continue focusing on Tommy’s relationship with his family, given its importance throughout season 1.
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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.
