You've probably just finished that wild finale where Tommy Norris basically flipped the bird to M-Tex and started his own damn company. It was a hell of a ride. Now, the big question on everyone’s mind is pretty simple: when does the next season of Landman come out?
If you’re looking for a quick date to circle on your calendar, we don’t have a specific Tuesday in October just yet, but we have something better—a pattern. Taylor Sheridan is a workhorse. The man doesn't sleep. He’s been pumping out seasons of his "Sheridan-verse" shows like an oil rig that just hit a major pocket.
Paramount+ officially pulled the trigger on the renewal in December 2025. This wasn't a shock to anyone paying attention. Season 2 pulled in over 9 million viewers in its first 48 hours alone. That is a massive jump—about 262%—from the first season. Basically, as long as Billy Bob Thornton wants to keep wearing the boots, Paramount is going to keep paying for the gas.
The Realistic Release Window for Season 3
So, let's talk timing. When does the next season of Landman come out exactly?
Looking at how Sheridan operates, he likes a yearly rhythm. Season 1 landed in November 2024. Season 2 followed suit in November 2025. If the stars align and there aren't any industry-wide strikes or weird Texas blizzards, we are looking at November 2026 for the Season 3 premiere.
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The production schedule usually looks something like this:
- Spring 2026: Cameras start rolling in West Texas (and likely some soundstages in Fort Worth).
- Summer 2026: Post-production and editing. Sheridan often writes while they film, which speeds things up but keeps the cast on their toes.
- Late Fall 2026: The first teaser drops, followed by the mid-November premiere.
It's a tight turnaround. Most "prestige" TV shows take two years between seasons now (looking at you, Stranger Things), but the oil business doesn't wait, and apparently, neither does Taylor Sheridan.
What’s Actually Happening in Season 3?
The Season 2 finale, "Tragedy and Flies," which just aired on January 18, 2026, changed the entire DNA of the show. Tommy is no longer just a fixer for the billionaires; he's becoming one himself. Sorta.
He formed CTT Exploration and Cattle Company. That’s a mouthful. It’s a partnership with Gallino (played by the legendary Andy Garcia) where they are splitting things 50-50. Tommy isn't just a landman anymore—he’s a part-owner.
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Expect Season 3 to dive deep into the growing pains of this new venture. Tommy named his son, Cooper, as President. That’s going to be messy. Cooper is a kid who just avoided a murder charge because his dad knows where the bodies are buried (literally and figuratively). Putting him in a suit and giving him a title is a recipe for some serious West Texas drama.
The Cast: Who is Staying and Who is Going?
Thankfully, the core group is sticking around. Billy Bob Thornton is the heart of this thing. There were some nasty rumors floating around about him leaving, but he personally shut those down, calling them "AI-generated crap." He’s in for the long haul.
We also expect to see:
- Demi Moore (Cami Miller): She’s now running M-Tex after Monty’s death. She and Tommy are going to be rivals now, which adds a spicy layer to their already complicated history.
- Ali Larter (Angela): She’s still the emotional anchor (and sometimes the storm) for the Norris family.
- Jacob Lofland (Cooper): His transition from roughneck to "President" will be the backbone of his Season 3 arc.
- Sam Elliott (T.L.): Because you can't have a Texas show without that voice. He’s overseeing the drilling for the new company.
Why the Delay Between Seasons Matters
Honestly, some fans get annoyed with the year-long wait, but it’s actually a good thing for the writing. Christian Wallace, the co-creator who hosted the Boomtown podcast that inspired the show, brings a lot of realism to the script. That realism takes time to bake.
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They don't just film on backlots. They film in the actual dust and heat of the Permian Basin. If they rushed it, you’d lose that gritty, "I can smell the diesel" feeling that makes the show work.
The budget is also ballooning. With the viewership numbers they just posted, Paramount is likely going to throw even more money at the production. This means bigger set pieces, more helicopters, and probably more Sam Elliott staring into the sunset.
Actionable Steps for Landman Fans
While you wait for that November 2026 window, here is what you can do to stay in the loop:
- Watch the "Peak Talk" segments: Paramount+ has been dropping behind-the-scenes interviews with James Jordan (Dale) and the rest of the crew. They often let slip details about filming locations.
- Follow the Cast on Socials: Michelle Randolph and Paulina Chávez are usually pretty active when they head back to the set in the spring. If you see them in Fort Worth, filming has started.
- Re-listen to the "Boomtown" Podcast: If you want to guess where the plot is going, go back to the source material. A lot of the Season 2 twists were hinted at in the real-life stories from the Texas oil fields.
The wait for Season 3 is going to feel long, but if history is any indication, it’ll be worth every second when we finally get back to the patch.