If you thought the oil business was dirty before, you haven’t seen anything yet. Landman Season just wrapped up with a finale so explosive it practically shattered the streaming records at Paramount+, and now the dust is settling on a landscape of betrayal, corporate warfare, and a literal body count. The series, which has become a juggernaut for the network, left fans with their jaws on the floor after a murder cover-up that would make the Dutton family blush. Now, with Season officially greenlit and production gearing up, the confirmed cast list is here, and it spells trouble for everyone involved.
The finale changed the game entirely. Tommy Norris, played by the legendary Billy Bob Thornton, isn’t just down; he is out for blood. After being unceremoniously fired by Demi Moore‘s power-hungry Cami, Tommy has gone rogue, poaching employees and starting a rival company that promises to burn M-Tex to the ground. But the corporate espionage is nothing compared to the legal nightmare brewing in the background. With his son Cooper narrowly escaping a murder charge thanks to a shady backroom deal with the sheriff, the Norris family is walking a razor’s edge. We have the exclusive breakdown of who is coming back to face the music in Season .
Billy Bob Thornton Kept In The Dark Despite Multi-Year Contract
Billy Bob Thornton is the beating heart of this chaotic universe, and sources confirm he is locked in for the long haul. The actor has reportedly signed a massive contract that keeps him in the boots of Tommy Norris for four or five years, ensuring that the drama is nowhere near its expiration date. However, despite being the face of the franchise, insiders reveal that creator Taylor Sheridan is running a totalitarian ship, keeping even his biggest stars completely in the dark about their fate.
Thornton admitted to the press that he doesn’t know “anything” about the upcoming season, painting a picture of a production shrouded in secrecy. “Taylor plays it very close to the vest,” Thornton confessed, revealing that he likely won’t know who lives or dies until he gets the first script in his hands. It is a power move by Sheridan, forcing his actors to stay on their toes. Tommy Norris is entering Season with a target on his back and a new company, CTT, that is desperate for cash. He is willing to get in bed with anyone to win, even if it means shaking hands with the devil.
Demi Moore Stays To Wage War Against Her Former Fixer
The queen of M-Tex is not going anywhere. Demi Moore has been confirmed to return as Cami Miller, and she is poised to be the ultimate villain of Season . After spending the first season in the shadow of her husband (played by Jon Hamm, who is definitely dead and gone), Cami has emerged as a ruthless operator who cut Tommy loose without a second thought. But she might have underestimated the man she fired.
Insiders suggest that Cami’s storyline will revolve around the fallout of Tommy’s betrayal. She doesn’t just have a competitor; she has an ex-employee who knows where all the bodies are buried—literally. With Tommy stealing her staff and poaching her business, Cami is going to have to get her hands dirtier than ever. The days of playing the grieving widow are over; this is Cami in wartime mode, and Moore is expected to bring a level of viciousness we haven’t seen yet.
The Murder Cover-Up: Jacob Lofland and Paulina Chavez Return
The darkest storyline of the finale involved Tommy’s son, Cooper, played by Jacob Lofland. In a moment of pure rage, Cooper beat a man to a pulp after the guy attempted to sexually assault Ariana, played by Paulina Chavez. The assailant later died from a “heart attack” in the hospital—a convenient medical explanation for a beatdown death. Cooper was staring down the barrel of a murder charge, but in true West Texas fashion, the law looked the other way.
Both Lofland and Chavez are confirmed to return, but their trauma is far from over. Cooper is now the President of his father’s new startup, a position he is woefully underqualified for, all while carrying the secret that he killed a man. Chavez’s character, Ariana, is the only witness to the brutality and the subsequent cover-up. Will the guilt eat them alive? Or will the secret leak out and destroy the new company before it even drills its first well? This is the ticking time bomb of Season .
Michelle Randolph Defends ‘Hated’ Character Amid Backlash
Let’s be real: Ainsley Norris has been dragging massive heat from the fanbase. Played by Michelle Randolph, the character has faced brutal criticism online for her controversial scenes and perceived lack of intelligence. Despite the backlash, Randolph is confirmed to return, though insiders speculate her role might be reduced now that her college arc has somewhat stabilized. But don’t expect her to disappear completely.
Randolph is fighting back against the haters, claiming that what audiences see as “dumb” is actually just “limited life experience.” It is a PR spin for the ages, but it won’t stop the fans from roasting her every move. In a show filled with killers and oil tycoons, Ainsley remains the lightning rod for viewer frustration. With her father starting a war and her brother covering up a homicide, Ainsley’s cheerleading drama seems trivial, yet she remains a key piece of the Norris family puzzle.
Cartel Chaos: Andy Garcia’s Dangerous Deal
If you dance with the devil, you get burned. Andy Garcia is back as the cartel boss Danny “Gallino” Morrell, and his role is about to get a whole lot bigger. In a desperate move to fund his revenge against M-Tex, Tommy convinced Gallino to invest in his new company. This is a deal that screams “fatal consequences.”
Tommy knows the danger. He knows that getting in bed with the cartel means you don’t just walk away if the oil prices drop. Garcia’s character now has a financial stake in Tommy’s success, which means he effectively owns him. Fans can expect this alliance to go south fast. When the cartel is your angel investor, “board meetings” usually involve body bags. Garcia’s return signals that the violence in Season is going to ramp up significantly.
The Ex-Wife and The Lawyer: Ali Larter and Kayla Wallace Return
Ali Larter is taking a victory lap on social media, celebrating the renewal and confirming her return as Angela, Tommy’s chaotic ex-wife. She is the headache that never goes away, and Tommy wouldn’t have it any other way. Larter’s return ensures that the domestic drama will keep pace with the corporate warfare. She is the wildcard that keeps Tommy off balance when he needs to be focused.
Meanwhile, Kayla Wallace is back as the brilliant Rebecca Falcone. She has jumped ship from M-Tex to become the COO and chief counsel of Tommy’s new venture. She was instrumental in the legal maneuvering that kept Cooper out of jail, proving she is willing to bend the law to protect the family. Expect her to be the cleaner for the Norris clan as the bodies pile up.
Sam Elliott Confirms Two-Year Contract
The legendary Sam Elliott isn’t done gracing our screens with his iconic mustache. He was a surprise addition to Season as Tommy’s father, and he has confirmed a two-year contract, locking him in for Season . Elliott views the previous season as merely “backstory,” hinting that his character is about to step into the spotlight.
Filming is slated to begin in April or May, and Elliott is ready to rumble. The dynamic between him and Thornton adds a generational layer to the trauma. We are talking about father-son issues that run deeper than an oil well. With the family business fractured and legal threats looming, the patriarch might be the only one who can keep the family from imploding.
Supporting Cast and Massive Ratings
The rest of the crew is suiting up for battle. Colm Feore, James Jordan, and Mustafa Speaks are all expected to reprise their roles as the loyal soldiers in this oil war. These are the guys who get their hands dirty so the bosses can stay clean, and in Season , they are going to be busy.
The stakes couldn’t be higher for Paramount+. The Season premiere obliterated records with a massive % increase over the first season, pulling in over . million views. It is the number one show in streaming, and the network is banking on this star-studded cast to keep the momentum going. The oil is flowing, the blood is spilling, and everyone is replaceable. Get ready for a brutal Season .
