Demi Moore & Sam Elliott Are UNSTOPPABLE in Landman Season 2 — Fans Are Calling It the ‘Yellowstone Killer’
Taylor Sheridan’s oil-industry drama Landman has returned with a vengeance in its highly anticipated second season — and it’s not holding back. Anchored by powerhouse performances from Demi Moore and Sam Elliott, Landman is earning widespread praise, with fans boldly calling it the “Yellowstone Killer” — a title not thrown around lightly in the Sheridan-verse.
🎬 What Is Landman?
Landman, based on the Texas Monthly podcast of the same name, dives into the complex, high-stakes world of landmen — the brokers who negotiate mineral rights between property owners and billion-dollar energy corporations in Texas. But make no mistake: this is not a slow-moving procedural. Landman fuses corporate intrigue, local politics, backroom deals, and personal betrayals — all wrapped in the gritty realism that Taylor Sheridan is known for.
Season 1 introduced viewers to this lesser-known but fascinating industry. Season 2, however, escalates everything — expanding the story, raising the emotional stakes, and introducing two heavyweight characters played by Moore and Elliott.
🧓 Sam Elliott: The Western Legend Returns
Few actors embody the American West like Sam Elliott, and in Landman, he steps into the role of Tom Hardwick, a seasoned oil baron with a legacy to protect and no time for idealism. Elliott’s iconic gravelly voice and imposing presence lend his character an air of authority that dominates every scene.
As Hardwick faces off against both internal threats and external pressures — including climate activists, corporate enemies, and government regulators — Elliott reminds audiences why he’s a legend. His portrayal is both ruthless and surprisingly vulnerable, grounding the show with emotional weight.
👠 Demi Moore: The Comeback We Didn’t Know We Needed
In one of her most compelling roles in recent memory, Demi Moore plays Margot Caddel, a brilliant but morally ambiguous attorney with deep ties to the energy world. Margot is fierce, strategic, and always ten steps ahead — but her past might be her greatest weakness.
This is Moore’s first major TV role in years, and critics and fans alike are calling it a triumphant return. Her character’s icy composure, sharp dialogue, and simmering intensity make her a perfect fit for Sheridan’s layered storytelling. One fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter):
“Demi Moore in Landman is giving Succession-level energy. She’s not acting — she’s commanding.”
🔥 Season 2 Brings Bigger Drama, Higher Stakes
Season 2 wastes no time building tension. The show moves beyond individual land deals and dives into the broader power struggles shaping Texas’ energy future. Storylines touch on the green energy transition, class conflict, environmental manipulation, and even international interests in domestic oil fields.
The cinematography remains a standout — sweeping Texas landscapes are juxtaposed with boardroom battles and backdoor schemes. The soundtrack, heavy on Southern rock and moody country tones, keeps the pulse intense.
🗣️ “The Yellowstone Killer”? Fans Think So.
With Yellowstone entering its final stretch, fans are naturally looking for what’s next — and many believe Landman has what it takes to surpass its big brother.
“Honestly? Landman Season 2 makes Yellowstone look like a warm-up,” one fan wrote on Reddit.
“The characters are smarter, the writing tighter, and Demi Moore absolutely steals the show.”
Media outlets like Variety, Collider, and TVLine have all highlighted Landman as a standout among Sheridan’s expanding universe — praising its topical themes and unexpected casting choices.
📺 What’s Next?
Landman Season 2 is currently streaming on Paramount+, with new episodes released weekly. Given its momentum, insiders speculate that a Season 3 renewal is inevitable, and there are even whispers that Sheridan could expand Landman into its own spin-off universe — much like Yellowstone gave rise to 1883, 1923, and other prequels.
🎯 Final Thoughts:
Demi Moore and Sam Elliott are nothing short of electric in Landman Season 2. Their presence elevates the series beyond standard Western fare, offering layered performances that blend personal conflict with systemic critique. The show’s writing, direction, and ambition suggest it’s not just riding the coattails of Yellowstone — it’s carving its own lane.
And if early reactions are anything to go by, Landman might just be the future of Sheridan’s empire.
