Billy Bob Thornton Stars in Taylor Sheridan's New Texas Oil Drama 'Landman'

The Paramount+ series explores the gritty world of West Texas oil drilling, with Thornton playing a character inspired by himself.

Billy Bob Thornton plays Tommy Norris, a crisis executive at an oil company, in the Paramount+ series 'Landman,' created by Taylor Sheridan.
The character, written specifically for Thornton, blends grit and charm, reflecting aspects of the actor's own personality and career roles.
'Landman' features numerous Texas references, including scenes shot in Odessa and Fort Worth, and nods to local landmarks like Ratliff Stadium and Meacham International Airport.
The series revisits locations tied to Thornton's career, such as the Odessa football field from the 2004 film 'Friday Night Lights.'
Thornton reflects on his career, including his iconic ad-libbed 'Friday Night Lights' speech and his creative collaborations with directors like Taylor Sheridan and Billy Wilder.