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Landman Stars Score Major Pay Hikes
30 Jun
Summary
- Original cast members renegotiated contracts for season 3.
- Demi Moore's salary approaches Billy Bob Thornton's rate.
- Series is Paramount+'s most-watched original production.
Original stars of the hit Paramount+ series Landman have secured substantial pay raises for the upcoming third season. This negotiation marks a rare occurrence in the current industry climate, highlighting the show's significant success.
Billy Bob Thornton, the lead actor, operates under a separate three-year deal. However, Demi Moore has successfully renegotiated her contract, now earning an estimated $740K-$770K per episode, bringing her closer to Thornton's salary. Other original cast members, including Ali Larter, Jacob Lofland, and Michelle Randolph, have also received considerable pay bumps, with some more than doubling their previous earnings.
Landman has become Paramount+'s flagship series, with its second season premiere attracting 9.2 million viewers in its initial 48 hours. The season finale further cemented its status, drawing 14.8 million views, making it the most-watched original series finale in the platform's history. The addition of Sam Elliott and Andy Garcia to the main cast this past season could also influence future salary discussions.
