Production Underway on Landman Season 3
After months of uncertainty and uncharacteristic silence from Taylor Sheridan's camp, cameras are finally rolling on the third season of Landman. Actor James Jordan, who plays Dale Bradley on the Paramount+ series, confirmed the news on Instagram over the weekend with a photo from set and the caption, "Up n runnin' and back after it!" The post marks the first concrete signal that the oil-field drama has resumed active production following a delay that pushed its original May start date back by several months.
The new season was officially ordered by Paramount+ in December 2025, but the show's filming schedule had remained murky throughout the spring and summer. The delay was initially attributed to Sheridan's crowded production slate—he currently oversees multiple series across the Paramount ecosystem—though no official reason was ever given by the network. The start of production now places the series firmly back on track, albeit on a revised timeline.
Cast and Crew Signal Return to Work
Jordan's update is the latest in a series of behind-the-scenes signals from the Landman cast. Last month, he confirmed that cast members were beginning to receive scripts for the new season, a key milestone after co-creator Christian Wallace revealed in August that Sheridan was still in the writing process. The drip-feed of information has kept fans engaged during what has been an unusually quiet period for a Sheridan project, which typically moves from announcement to release with remarkable speed.
Production is expected to continue through the first quarter of 2027, according to reports. That schedule makes a 2026 premiere effectively impossible and points to a 2027 debut as the earliest realistic window for new episodes. Paramount+ has yet to announce an official premiere date.
A Major Change for the Series
The extended delay represents a significant shift for a show that had previously maintained an impressively tight turnaround. Landman premiered in November 2024, and its 10-episode second season began airing in November 2025 before concluding in early 2026. Fans had hoped that season three would follow the same pattern, potentially debuting before the end of 2026. The months-long production delay has shattered that expectation.
From Scripts to Set: The Long Road Back
The road to season three has been anything but smooth. After the explosive season two finale—which dramatically transformed Tommy Norris's position in the oil business—all eyes turned to when the show would return. But as spring turned to summer, the lack of concrete news became a story in itself. The delay was notable not just for its length but for its timing: Sheridan's other series, including Lioness and the various Yellowstone spinoffs, have historically moved through production quickly, with Sheridan often writing and shooting with remarkable efficiency.
The delay may also reflect the sheer scale of Sheridan's commitments. In addition to Landman, he is overseeing Lioness—which recently concluded its third season on Paramount+—along with multiple other projects in various stages of development. The 2024-2025 television season was particularly demanding, and the decision to push Landman's production start appears to have been a logistical necessity rather than a creative one.
New Faces and Returning Favorites
When the show does return, it will do so with an expanded cast. Michael Kelly, who stars in Sheridan's Lioness, has been announced as a new addition and is expected to portray William Crockett, an oil titan. The casting continues Sheridan's tradition of reusing actors across his various projects, a practice that has become a hallmark of his television universe.
The core ensemble remains intact. Billy Bob Thornton leads the cast as Tommy Norris, the top oil executive at the center of the series. He is joined by Demi Moore, Andy Garcia, Ali Larter, Sam Elliott, Jacob Lofland, Michelle Randolph, Paulina Chávez, Kayla Wallace, Mark Collie, and Colm Feore. Jordan, a frequent Sheridan collaborator, returns as Dale Bradley.
The Stakes for Paramount+ and Sheridan's Empire
Landman has become one of Sheridan's biggest ongoing shows, and its performance matters not just for the creator but for Paramount+. The series trades the Montana ranches of Yellowstone for the oil fields of West Texas, carving out its own identity within Sheridan's neo-Western oeuvre. It combines the dangerous business dealings and complicated family dynamics that have become Sheridan's trademarks with a distinct industrial setting that has resonated with audiences.
The delay and the resulting 2027 premiere date will test the patience of that audience. In an era of increasingly long gaps between seasons—driven by production costs, scheduling conflicts, and the demands of producing prestige television at scale—Landman is now facing a nearly two-year hiatus between seasons. That is a substantial break for a show that had been building momentum.
A Changing Television Landscape
The delay also arrives at a moment of broader transition in the streaming industry. Paramount+ has been recalibrating its content strategy, and Sheridan remains its most valuable creative asset. The question is whether the extended wait will diminish Landman's momentum or whether the show's loyal fanbase will return when the new episodes finally arrive.
For now, the cast and crew are back at work. Jordan's set photo is a small but meaningful sign that the wheels are turning again. But the long gap between seasons serves as a reminder that even the most prolific creators in television cannot escape the logistical realities of production.
What This Means for Fans and the Future
The news that Landman season three is finally in production will be welcomed by fans who had grown anxious during the months of silence. But it comes with the sobering reality that the wait is far from over. With filming expected to continue into early 2027, viewers are likely looking at a premiere date in late 2027 or even early 2028.
A Test of Patience
The extended hiatus places Landman in a challenging position. Television audiences have grown accustomed to shorter waits, and the break between seasons has already stretched beyond what many expected. The show's ability to retain its viewership will depend in part on how effectively Paramount+ can keep the series in the cultural conversation during the long months ahead.
There is also the question of Sheridan's broader output. The creator's ability to juggle multiple shows has been a defining feature of his career, but the Landman delay suggests that even he has limits. As his empire continues to expand, the logistics of production may increasingly dictate the pace at which his shows reach the screen.
The Road Ahead
For now, the focus is on production. With scripts in hand and cameras rolling, the cast and crew are working toward bringing the next chapter of Tommy Norris's story to life. The new season will pick up after a finale that left the oil business—and Norris's place within it—fundamentally changed. How that story unfolds will determine whether Landman can sustain its momentum through an unprecedented gap between seasons.
The show's return to production is a positive development, but it is only the first step in a long journey. Fans will have to wait a while longer to see the results.
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