Landman Stars Thornton and Elliott's Offscreen Camaraderie

According to the article, the relationship between Landman co-stars Billy Bob Thornton and Sam Elliott, who play an estranged father and son, is much warmer off-screen than on. Thornton, who is also an executive producer on the show, reveals that he and Elliott have been friends for decades and have a close bond.

When Thornton learned that Elliott would be joining the cast as his character's father, he was thrilled, calling the veteran actor one of his "heroes" and a "mentor." The two actors have worked together before, such as in the 1993 film Tombstone, but Landman marks their most substantial shared project to date.

Despite the tense dynamic between their characters, Thornton and Elliott make sure to support each other during filming. Thornton explains that "one of the hardest things to do as an actor is to be either mean or disrespectful to someone that you love so much in real life." To combat this, the co-stars always hug and express their affection for each other after shooting difficult scenes.

While the details of the Norris men's relationship remain to be seen as the season progresses, it's clear that the bond between Thornton and Elliott off-camera is a warm and enduring one.