'Landman' star Sam Elliott says fans flock to hit show to escape the ‘s---' in the world today
Sam Elliott, star of 'Landman,' believes audiences are seeking comfort in entertainment to escape the challenges of today's world. He joined the show for its character-driven storytelling, which resonates with viewers amid modern stress. At 81, Elliott reflects on his career choices and the importance of being selective with roles.
- ▪Sam Elliott joined the cast of 'Landman' for its second season as T.L. Norris.
- ▪He believes that audiences are turning to comforting shows as an escape from current societal issues.
- ▪Elliott emphasizes the importance of being selective with roles to maintain a long career in Hollywood.
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| Publication time | Thu, 28 May 2026 16:06:24 -0400 |
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TV 'Landman' star Sam Elliott says fans flock to hit show to escape the ‘s---' in the world today Sam Elliott joined season two of the Taylor Sheridan series as T.L. Norris alongside Billy Bob Thornton By Lauryn Overhultz Fox News Published May 28, 2026 4:06pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Sam Elliott shares why he joined the cast of ‘Landman’ season 2 In a joint interview with his "Landman" costar Billy Bob Thornton, "1883" star Sam Elliott explained why he joined the cast for the second season of Taylor Sheridan's hit show. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! As Hollywood races to chase the next trend, Sam Elliott believes audiences are craving something far simpler: escape.
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