Well, it’s no longer just a rumor—1883 star and Western film icon Sam Elliott has officially joined the cast of Taylor Sheridan’s Landman. The news was confirmed by Billy Bob Thornton himself, who returns to lead the second season of the hit Paramount+ series.

Elliott’s addition brings even more star power to a lineup that already includes Thornton, Demi Moore, and newly announced cast members Andy Garcia, Ali Larter, and Michelle Randolph. While details about Elliott’s role are still under wraps, Thornton hinted that it will be a main role—and fans of both Yellowstone and 1883 are already buzzing.

“I go way back with [Sam] to the mid-80s,” Thornton told Deadline. “Yes, I’m old.”

From 1883 to Landman

Elliott is no stranger to the Sheridan universe. He starred as Shea Brennan in 1883, the critically acclaimed prequel to Yellowstone, alongside Tim McGraw, Faith Hill, and Isabel May. His gritty, heartfelt performance as a haunted wagon train leader won over fans and critics alike, so it’s no surprise Sheridan tapped him once again for a major role in Landman.

About the Series

Created by Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace, Landman pulls back the curtain on the Texas oil boom and those trying to strike it rich—whether they’re roughnecks or billionaires. Thornton plays Tommy Norris, a hardened oil executive constantly facing challenges from every direction, including his own family and co-workers

The series is based on Wallace’s podcast Boomtown, and despite some mixed reviews, Landman has proven to be another major hit for Sheridan and Paramount. It drew 14.6 million viewers in its first week and ranks as one of the platform’s biggest debuts to date.

The Season 2 Lineup

Alongside Thornton, Moore, and Elliott, Landman Season 2 will also star:

• • Andy Garcia
  • Ali Larter
  • Jacob Lofland
  • Michelle Randolph
  • Paulina Chávez
  • Kayla Wallace
  • Mark Collie
  • James Jordan
  • Colm Feore

With this powerhouse cast and Sheridan’s signature storytelling, Landman is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated returns of the year. And now that Sam Elliott is officially on board, it’s safe to say the stakes just got a whole lot higher.