Fans hoping to see the worlds of Landman and Yellowstone collide may want to temper their expectations. Billy Bob Thornton and Ali Larter, stars of Taylor Sheridan's oil drama Landman, have poured cold water on any crossover dreams, making it clear that such a meeting is unlikely to happen.
Speaking at the Newport Beach TV Festival, Thornton, who plays Tommy Norris on Landman, was direct when asked about a potential crossover with the Yellowstone universe. “I don’t know. I have no idea. You know, I doubt it. I’ll put it that way,” he said, leaving little room for speculation. Larter, who portrays Tommy's fiery ex-wife Angela, echoed his sentiments when asked about the possibility of her character facing off against Beth Dutton. “No, I do not think so. Sorry to disappoint the fans, but I don’t think that will be happening in our world,” she stated.
The idea of a crossover seemed plausible given that Yellowstone spin-off 1923 and the recent Yellowstone finale moved Beth and Rip Wheeler to Texas, the same state where Landman is set. With both shows under the Taylor Sheridan umbrella, fans imagined a scenario where the volatile personalities of Tommy and Beth could clash. However, the stars have dashed those hopes.
Taylor Sheridan's television empire is vast, encompassing shows like Tulsa King, Mayor of Kingstown, and Lioness, which recently returned for its third season. While crossovers have been a hallmark of other franchises, Sheridan's universe seems to keep its characters in separate lanes. For now, Landman remains focused on its own story, which follows the high-stakes world of oil drilling in West Texas.
The Landman cast is stacked with talent, including Demi Moore as Cami Miller, Andy Garcia as Galino, Jacob Lofland as Cooper Norris, Michelle Randolph as Ainsley Norris, Paulina Chávez as Ariana Medina, Kayla Wallace as Rebecca Falcone, Mark Collie as Sheriff Walt Joeberg, and James Jordan as Dale Bradley. The show has already garnered attention for its gritty portrayal of the oil industry and its complex characters.
While fans may be disappointed, the news aligns with Sheridan's approach to his interconnected shows. Unlike the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Sheridan's stories often exist in the same world but rarely intersect directly. For those craving more Sheridan content, Lioness Season 3 is already streaming, and the Yellowstone universe is expanding into video games. But as for a Landman-Yellowstone crossover, it's a firm no.
In the end, fans will have to enjoy each show on its own merits. Landman continues to deliver high-octane drama, while Yellowstone and its spin-offs explore the Dutton family saga. For now, the only crossover happening is in fans' imaginations.
