Taylor Sheridan's 'Landman' Heads Into Season 3

The hit West Texas oil drama returns with new family dynamics and a fresh start for the Norris clan.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The second season of Taylor Sheridan's West Texas oil rig drama Landman ended on a cliffhanger, with the show's lead character, Tommy Norris, ousted as president of M-Tex Oil and pivoting to launch his own new company, CTT Oil Exploration & Cattle. Season 3 will follow the fallout from Tommy's move as he works alongside his father, T.L., and son, Cooper, in the family-run venture.

Why it matters

Landman has become one of the most popular and acclaimed dramas on television, thanks to its gritty portrayal of the oil industry in West Texas and the complex family dynamics at the heart of the show. Fans are eager to see how the Norris family navigates this new chapter as Tommy strikes out on his own, and how the show's themes of power, legacy, and the high-stakes world of oil exploration will evolve.

The details

According to reports, production on Landman's third season is expected to begin in May, though Paramount+ has not yet announced a release date. The main cast, including Billy Bob Thornton as Tommy, Sam Elliott as T.L., and Jacob Lofland as Cooper, are all set to return. Co-creator Christian Wallace has teased that the new season will explore the 'family-run, very small, starting from almost scratch' dynamic of CTT Oil, as well as the 'big gamble' taken by other former M-Tex employees who have joined Tommy's new venture.

  • Landman's first two seasons debuted in the fall of 2024 and 2025.
  • Production on season 3 is expected to begin in May 2026.

The players

Billy Bob Thornton

The lead actor who plays Tommy Norris, the title landman-turned-oil honcho.

Sam Elliott

The actor who joined the show in its second season as Tommy's father, T.L.

Michelle Randolph

The actress who plays Tommy's daughter, Ainsley.

Jacob Lofland

The actor who plays Tommy's son, Cooper.

Ali Larter

The actress who plays Tommy's ex-wife, Angela.

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What they’re saying

“I keep using the same four letters all the time when talking about Taylor Sheridan — it's a gift every time to be able to do his material and work in these worlds he sets up.”

— Sam Elliott (The Hollywood Reporter)

“I'm really excited to see where she goes in season 3. I think that it's going to satisfy my desire for her to grow up.”

— Michelle Randolph (InStyle)

“I'm ready to get back with everybody on set.”

— Jacob Lofland (The Hollywood Reporter)

What’s next

Paramount+ has not yet announced a release date for Landman's third season, but production is expected to begin in May 2026.

The takeaway

Landman has become a must-watch drama for fans of gritty, character-driven stories set against the high-stakes backdrop of the oil industry in West Texas. The show's third season promises to deliver new family dynamics and challenges as Tommy Norris strikes out on his own, providing fresh opportunities for the ensemble cast to shine.