From cop to cowboy? Tom Selleck is getting candid on the future of his career after the axing of “Blue Bloods,” saying he’d love to star in a Western helmed by “Yellowstone” creator Taylor Sheridan. The 79-year-old revealed he isn’t ready for retirement in an interview with Parade published on Friday, dishing on his dream role.
“A good Western’s always on my list,” the legendary actor shared. “I miss that; I want to sit on a horse again.”
Sheridan recently worked with Sam Elliott on the “Yellowstone” spin-off “1883,” and Selleck explained that’s a trio he’d like to join.
“Sam was great in [1883], Sam’s always great. We go way, way back. I love him dearly. I’d love to work with Sam,” he told the outlet.
While Selleck quipped that offers for new acting roles aren’t “pouring in,” he added that “some people are thinking of me.”
“I don’t know where my next job will take me,” he said. “People ask, ‘What do you want to do next?’ I’m not sure. I don’t want to do Frank Reagan II.”
Following that praise, fans were quick to point out that Sam Elliott’s star power hasn’t slowed down one bit — especially with his success on Landman Season 2. The veteran actor has emerged as one of the most talked-about additions to Taylor Sheridan’s expanding TV universe. On Landman, Elliott’s rugged presence, gravelly voice, and no-nonsense delivery have been widely credited with adding weight and authenticity to the high-stakes West Texas oil drama. Viewers and critics alike have praised his performance as a scene-stealer, calling it a reminder of why Elliott remains one of Hollywood’s most respected Western icons.
Season 2, in particular, has cemented Elliott’s role as a major asset to the series. His character brings old-school grit and moral authority to a world driven by money, power, and corruption — a balance that resonates strongly with audiences. Social media buzz has consistently highlighted Elliott as a standout, with many fans admitting they tuned in specifically to watch him. That success only strengthens the case for Tom Selleck joining forces with Taylor Sheridan. With Yellowstone, 1883, and Landman, Sheridan has proven he knows exactly how to use legendary actors — and Sam Elliott’s thriving role is the perfect example.
For fans, the idea of Selleck and Elliott sharing the screen in a modern Western feels less like a fantasy and more like an inevitability. If Sheridan decides to saddle up Selleck for his next project, he’d be bringing together two timeless icons whose careers were built on lawmen, cowboys, and commanding screen presence.
One thing is clear: if Sam Elliott’s success on Landman Season 2 is any indication, the Western genre isn’t fading — it’s evolving, and Hollywood’s legends still have plenty of unfinished business in the saddle.
