Billy Bob Thornton Is Back for Landman Season 3, But Fans May Be Surprised by Who’s Missing
Ok folks, let’s put the rumors to bed once and for all — Billy Bob Thornton is definitely coming back for Season 3 of “Landman.” Despite a viral AI video suggesting otherwise, he told USA TODAY, “Some stupid AI thing came out where it wasn’t me at all. It has nothing to do with reality.” Fans can relax — he’ll be on set when filming begins, possibly in May.
For viewers of the Paramount+ hit, Thornton’s confirmation is more than just news — it’s reassurance that one of television’s most compelling West Texas dramas isn’t losing its anchor anytime soon.
Season 2 was a whirlwind. Tommy Norris (Thornton), recently fired as president of M-Tex by Cami Miller (Demi Moore), pivoted to form CTT Oil Exploration and Cattle with his son Cooper (Jacob Lofland) and his father, T.L. (Sam Elliot). Financial backing from cartel leader Gallino (Andy Garcia) added a dangerous edge to the venture, signaling that the Permian Basin’s power dynamics were far from settled. The finale also carried a quiet, symbolic moment: a coyote watched from a distance, a reminder of mortality and control. “The coyote is like a ghost haunting me,” Thorton said. “In Season 1, I was filled with fear and dread. This season, it was more like, ‘Listen, if we’re going to be pals, you have to give me the day off every now and then.’” That reflection stood in contrast to the whirlwind of private jets, power lunches, and legal drama surrounding his son.
The series has developed a clear rhythm. Season 1 began filming in February 2024 and premiered in November that year; Season 2 followed the same cadence, filming in April 2025 and debuting in November. If the pattern holds, and cameras start rolling in May, this could mean another mid-November release. Elliott, who plays T.L., confirmed the schedule to Forbes: “If it’s April, you can bet we’ll almost certainly hit that mid-November release date.”
Keep scrolling to see which Landman cast members have confirmed they are returning for season 3 — and which haven’t yet:
Jon Hamm
After playing a large role in season 1, Hamm’s character was killed off.
Demi Moore
Creator Christian Wallace weighed in on how it is Cami’s time to shine, telling Variety in January 2025, “There is a lot more story left to tell with Cami. Taylor has big plans, that’s all I’m going to say.”Wallace elaborated in a separate interview with TV Insider.
“I think Demi’s character in this first season was kind of playing a little bit of second fiddle to Monty, at least in his role as the president of M-Tex Oil,” Wallace explained. “He’s the one that’s calling the shots and has to make these big decisions, and so he’s really the one that’s thrust in the fire and is honestly kind of trying to shield his family from the stress that he’s experiencing, which ultimately plays a role in his demise. And Cami is aware but is not involved in the daily ongoings of M-Tex. And so his passing is kind of an incredible opportunity for Cami to play a bigger role in this world.”
Andy Garcia
It remains to be seen whether Garcia’s character will remain the head of the drug cartel going into season 3.
Ali Larter
Landman wouldn’t be what it is without Angela calling Tommy up — and visiting the senior center with her daughter.
Michelle Randolph
Speaking of Ainsley, the show still has a long way to go with her onscreen journey.
Jacob Lofland
Cooper’s personal life is thriving but it is unclear how much trouble his professional life is in ahead of the third season.
Paulina Chavez
Ariana’s relationship with Cooper is a central part of the show. Moving forward, Landman will continue to follow their story.