'Landman' Season 2 Episode 1 Review, From Shocking Death To Demi Moore's Speech As 'Cami'

Landman, the hit series by Taylor Sheridan and Christian Wallace, is back with a bang. For the unversed, Landman Season 2 has finally hit the OTT screens. Yes, you read it. The drama series was inspired by the podcast series, Boomtown, hosted by Christian Wallace. While in season 1, Demi Moore had less screen time, this time she has become the showstopper. Now that episode 1 of Landman Season 2, starring Billy Bob Thornton, Demi Moore, Andy Garcia, Ali Larter and more, has been released, let’s look at the review.

Landman Season 2 Episode 1 features the shocking death of 'Monty Miller'

Earlier in Landman Season 1, 'Monty Miller' (played by Jon Hamm), who is the boss of an oil company, M-Tex, had deteriorating health. For the uninitiated, 'Monty' has a close relationship with 'Tommy Norris' (played by Billy Bob Thornton), a landman who makes deals with landowners and secures oil rights. 'Tommy' is the Operations VP of M-Tex. In Landman Season 2 Episode 1, the audience will witness the shocking death of 'Monty'. While fans might be wondering what will happen to their family's oil company, M-Tex, after 'Monty' tragically passed away. We have an answer for that as well. Remember 'Cami Miller', wife of 'Monty', played by Demi Moore? She will take over the company.

Demi Moore as 'Cami Miller' is the showstopper of Landman Season 2

While in Landman Season 1, the other characters including 'Tommy Norris' had a significant screen time, this time in Season 2, Demi Moore’s screen time has increased. She has reprised her role as 'Cami Miller'. However, Demi’s fiery speech in Landman Season 2 Episode 1 made her the star of the show. After taking over the oil company, M-Tex, 'Cami' made it clear that she should not be underestimated. Her words gave a clear picture of the ruthless business dealings. She was quoted as saying:

"The only difference between me and Monty is I’m meaner. Test me and you’ll find out how much."

'Tommy Norris' gets a promotion in M-Tex after 'Monty Miller's' death

In episode 1 of Landman Season 2, after the demise of 'Monty', 'Tommy Norris' gets a promotion. He was earlier an Operations VP of M-Tex. He is busy with the new responsibilities and begins sipping coffee and smoking cigarettes. He is dealing with the conspiracy theories inside the company. This time, he reconciles with 'Angela' (played by Ali Larter), offering a glimpse of their intense chemistry. Moreover, Billy Bob Thornton as 'Tommy Norris' takes the audience on a journey filled with humour and tension.

Landman Season 2, Episode 1, hints at an intense family drama

While 'Tommy's reconciliation with 'Angela' has left the audience in awe, a new pair is causing tension this time. We are talking about 'Cooper' and 'Ariana'. 'Cooper' is the son of the protagonist, 'Tommy' and 'Ariana' is a widow and 'Cooper's' love interest. Meanwhile, 'Cooper' succeeded the first drill and is all set to become an oil tycoon; his chemistry with 'Ariana' hints at a more intense family drama this time.

Is the title of Landman Season 2 Episode 1 appropriate?

Landman Season 2 Episode 1 premiered on November 16, 2025, on Paramount+. For the uninitiated, Landman Season 2 Episode 1 is titled as Death and a Sunset. While 'Monty Miller's' death has build up a connection with first word of the title, fans must be wondering what is significance of the sunset. Episode 1 of Landman Season 2 ends with a sunset scene that symbolises loss and the challenges ahead in the high-stakes oil world.

Have you watched Landman Season 2 Episode 1, or planning to watch? Let us know.

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