The highly anticipated trailer for Taylor Sheridan's Landman has been released, showcasing a star-studded cast embroiled in the world of the oil business in West Texas. The series, based on the acclaimed podcast Boomtown from Imperative Entertainment and Texas Monthly, offers a modern-day narrative of the pursuit of wealth within the oil rig industry.
Landman is set to explore the dynamic between roughnecks and wealthy oil magnates as they navigate the booming oil industry that is reshaping climate, economy, and geopolitics. Co-created by Sheridan and Christian Wallace, the show delves into the lives of oil speculators and landmen who seek to acquire mineral and land rights in the hopes of striking oil.
The series features an impressive ensemble cast, including Oscar-winner Billy Bob Thornton, Demi Moore, Ali Larter, Michelle Randolph, Jacob Lofland, Kayla Wallace, James Jordan, Mark Collie, and Paulina Chávez. Guest stars Andy Garcia and Michael Peña add to the star power of the show.
In Landman, Jon Hamm portrays Monty Miller, a prominent figure in the Texas oil industry with a deep connection to Tommy Norris, played by Billy Bob Thornton. Demi Moore takes on the role of Cami, the wife of another influential oil tycoon in Texas and a close associate of Norris.
The series promises to offer a compelling narrative on the quest for oil and the impact it has on modern society. Hamm has described the show as a well-told story that sheds light on the complexities of the oil industry and its significance in powering our daily lives.
Landman is scheduled to premiere on Paramount+ with the first of its 10 episodes airing on November 17. With its intriguing storyline and stellar cast, the series is poised to captivate audiences with its exploration of power, wealth, and ambition in the world of oil rigs.
