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At the Critics Choice Awards on Jan. 4, Ali Larter offered a mischievous peek behind the scenes of Paramount+’s western drama Landman. The actress talked about her bold role as Angela and admitted she walked away from the season 2 wardrobe trailer with several memorable pieces.
What Ali Larter kept from the Landman set
Larter, 49, said she couldn’t resist taking a few items home after filming. She described them as practical and character-driven pieces that fit Angela’s daring style.
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- Designer cowboy boots she wore onscreen.
- A luxury lingerie piece featured in a key scene.
- Durable Wrangler jeans — the kind she called a necessity for the role.
She framed the souvenirs as natural keepsakes, not props, and smiled at how the clothing helped her live in Angela’s skin.
Angela’s place in the oilfield drama
Landman draws on the real West Texas oil boom for setting and tone. Billy Bob Thornton headlines as Tommy Norris, an oil executive whose complicated relationship with Angela drives much of the series’ momentum.
The show mixes family dynamics and industry tensions with sharp humor. Since its launch, it has become a breakout success and quickly earned another season.
Why the show resonates with viewers
- Authentic, gritty setting inspired by regional history.
- Complex characters with unexpected warmth.
- A tone that shifts between comedy and emotional stakes.
How Larter describes playing Angela
Larter calls the role liberating. She explained that Angela defies judgment and follows her own rules, a persona quite different from the actress’s everyday self.
“She’s unafraid and unapologetic,” Larter said, noting that finding that freedom on camera has been a creative highlight. She added that fully committing to Angela’s confidence helps erase insecurity during challenging wardrobe moments.
Finding the right beat: comedy, intimacy and timing
The series leans into contrasts. Larter credited creator Taylor Sheridan for knowing when to let Angela break the tension with a laugh and when to push toward quieter, emotional scenes.
She highlighted scenes with young costars Jacob Lofland and Ariana Paulina Chávez as moments that demand nuance and restraint, even amid the show’s darker themes.
Practical challenges of the role
Not all parts of playing Angela are easy. Larter admitted that some costume requirements, like swimwear scenes, force an actor to confront self-consciousness.
Her approach is simple: own the moment, ignore doubt and commit to the character’s fearlessness. That discipline, she said, is central to making Angela believable.
When to tune in and what’s next
New episodes of Landman air Sundays on Paramount+. The series was quickly renewed, and Larter confirmed the next season will continue exploring Angela and Tommy’s unpredictable relationship.
She also said, as production continues, she will keep seeking grounded, authentic moments with her fellow cast members to deepen the portrayal.
