Billy Bob Thornton's 'Landman' Continues to Divide Critics with Season 2, But Still Strikes Gold at 78%
Taylor Sheridan's gritty Western drama 'Landman', starring Billy Bob Thornton as a roughneck oilman, returns for its second season this Sunday on Paramount+. The new season has received an impressive 78% "fresh" score from Rotten Tomatoes critics based on nine reviews, with many praising the show's improvement over its first season.
Critics are generally divided in their assessment of 'Landman' Season 2. J. Kelly Nestruck of the Globe and Mail praises the show, saying that it has improved upon its shortcomings in the supporting female characters. Tim Glanfield of The Times (U.K.) agrees, noting that the return of 'Landman' offers a fresh perspective on American life.
On the other hand, Clint Worthington of RogerEbert.com gave Season 2 of 'Landman' a "rotten" rating, citing its struggles to find new reserves and veering off in some unconventional directions. Katie Doll of CBR also gave the season a lowly "rotten" review, stating that fans who respect women and enjoy business-based dramas without background knowledge of the industry should steer clear of the testosterone-fueled series.
Despite these mixed reviews, 'Landman' Season 2 has managed to strike gold once again, at least in terms of critical reception. The show's first season earned a similar 78% "fresh" score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 65% Popcornmeter rating based on user reviews.
It remains to be seen whether the show will continue to build momentum with its second season, but one thing is clear: Billy Bob Thornton's grizzled portrayal of Tommy Norris continues to deliver some compelling drama. If you're looking for a gritty Western that explores the darker side of human nature, 'Landman' might just be worth checking out.
Taylor Sheridan's gritty Western drama 'Landman', starring Billy Bob Thornton as a roughneck oilman, returns for its second season this Sunday on Paramount+. The new season has received an impressive 78% "fresh" score from Rotten Tomatoes critics based on nine reviews, with many praising the show's improvement over its first season.
Critics are generally divided in their assessment of 'Landman' Season 2. J. Kelly Nestruck of the Globe and Mail praises the show, saying that it has improved upon its shortcomings in the supporting female characters. Tim Glanfield of The Times (U.K.) agrees, noting that the return of 'Landman' offers a fresh perspective on American life.
On the other hand, Clint Worthington of RogerEbert.com gave Season 2 of 'Landman' a "rotten" rating, citing its struggles to find new reserves and veering off in some unconventional directions. Katie Doll of CBR also gave the season a lowly "rotten" review, stating that fans who respect women and enjoy business-based dramas without background knowledge of the industry should steer clear of the testosterone-fueled series.
Despite these mixed reviews, 'Landman' Season 2 has managed to strike gold once again, at least in terms of critical reception. The show's first season earned a similar 78% "fresh" score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 65% Popcornmeter rating based on user reviews.
It remains to be seen whether the show will continue to build momentum with its second season, but one thing is clear: Billy Bob Thornton's grizzled portrayal of Tommy Norris continues to deliver some compelling drama. If you're looking for a gritty Western that explores the darker side of human nature, 'Landman' might just be worth checking out.