Chronology
A modern tale of seeking fortune in the world of West Texas oil rigs
Watch the most popular movies and TV shows by writer/director Taylor Sheridan on IMDb, ranked by user ratings. A Landman, at least one who works in the oil industry, will act as an intermediary between exploration companies and landowners. Typically, a Landman’s job is to negotiate and finalize contracts with landowners with mineral rights to lease those rights to the company they represent.
Quoted in CBS News Sunday Morning: Episode #4424 (2022)
Essentially, they manage the land and secure leases, so they can drill for oil and gas. Like a foreman on a construction site, they build roads, man-camps, assemble the excavation machinery, and drill the well itself, especially in remote locations. They are also part Fixer, Problem Solver, and Facilitator.
What do people think this business is like?
I don’t know what all the fuss is about. It seems pretty realistic given that we are looking at the oil industry. While the situations may seem a little awkward with the family dynamics, how different is it from the Duttons?
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I have found the storyline pretty compelling so far with the first two episodes. I am looking forward to the rest of the season, having lived in oil country I am quite curious to see how it all plays out. The power dynamics don’t seem any different than any big money making industry.