‘Landman’ Viral Moment: Billy Bob Thornton’s Character Delivers Sharp Critique of ‘The View’ in Season 2

Taylor Sheridan’s gritty Paramount+ series Landman has sparked widespread online buzz following a pointed scene in Season 2, Episode 5, where Billy Bob Thornton’s character Tommy Norris offers a blunt description of ABC’s long-running daytime talk show The View. The moment, delivered during a phone conversation with his estranged father (Sam Elliott), has gone viral, drawing praise from some viewers for its unfiltered commentary while igniting debates about media and politics.

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In the episode titled “The Pirate Dinner,” Tommy explains The View to his father T.L., who asks what the program is. Thornton’s character responds: “Bunch of pissed off millionaires bitching about how much they hate millionaires — and [President Donald] Trump and men and you and me — and everybody else they got a bee up their ass about.” He adds that it’s “pretty funny,” though not in a traditional sense, comparing it to “fart in church” funny.

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The line, characteristic of Sheridan’s sharp dialogue, reflects Tommy’s cynical worldview as a seasoned oil industry crisis manager navigating West Texas booms and personal strife. Thornton has noted in interviews that Sheridan often uses Tommy to voice his own perspectives, adding authenticity to such monologues.

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Clips of the scene quickly spread across social media, amassing millions of views and fueling polarized reactions. Supporters hailed it as a “truth bomb” exposing perceived hypocrisy, while critics dismissed it as unnecessary pot-stirring. ABC and The View hosts have not publicly responded.

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Landman, inspired by the podcast Boomtown, continues to draw strong ratings in its second season, blending high-stakes oil drama with family dynamics and societal commentary. Newcomer Sam Elliott’s portrayal of T.L., a grieving father reconnecting with Tommy, adds emotional weight, with their scenes earning acclaim for veteran chemistry.

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This viral exchange underscores Landman‘s willingness to tackle cultural flashpoints, much like Sheridan’s other hits such as Yellowstone. As the season progresses, viewers anticipate more unapologetic moments from Thornton’s no-nonsense Tommy.

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