Sam Elliott’s character in Landman: Who does he play?

Legendary actor Sam Elliott is making his mark on the hit show “Landman” in season 2. Fans were thrilled to hear the news back in April, but details about his character remained a mystery until the season 2 teaser dropped in September. It turns out, Elliott will be portraying Tommy Norris’ father, T.L. Norris, in the show. In the teaser, we see a poignant moment between Tommy and T.L., as Tommy greets his father with a simple “Just another day, pop.”

As we dive deeper into the relationship between Tommy and T.L., we see the complexities unfold. Secrets and truths are revealed as Tommy confesses, “We’ve avoided telling each other the truth for a long time, let’s not start now.” T.L. himself reflects on his life, expressing his feelings of disappointment, saying, “I’ve wasted 60 years on hope.” The trailer also gives us a glimpse of T.L.’s dynamic character, from throwing punches to sharing tender moments with his granddaughter Ainsley and navigating life in a wheelchair.

In a recent interview with Woman’s World, Sam Elliott shared his excitement about joining the cast for season 2. He expressed how working with Billy Bob Thornton, whom he has known for many years, was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up. The chance to collaborate on Taylor Sheridan’s work in “Landman” was a true gift for Elliott.

For those who need a refresher on season 1, “Landman” follows Tommy, played by Thornton, as a landman and fixer for M-Tex Oil. After the death of his boss Monty Miller, Tommy steps into the role of company president. The absence of Monty, played by Jon Hamm, in season 2 brings new challenges for Tommy and the rest of the cast as they navigate the complex world of oil and power dynamics.

In addition to Elliott and Thornton, the star-studded cast of “Landman” season 2 includes Demi Moore, Andy Garcia, Ali Larter, Michelle Randolph, and more. With the premiere just around the corner on Paramount+ on Sunday, Nov. 16, fans can look forward to new twists and turns in the story.

Stay tuned for more updates on “Landman” season 2, coming soon to Paramount+!