In 'Landman' Season 2 Episode 3, 'Almost a Home,' Tommy Norris confronts returning antagonist Gallino while his team faces a deadly gas leak at abandoned wells. Financial troubles at MTex deepen, leading to tense confrontations, and personal relationships strain amid revelations. The episode premiered on Paramount+ on November 30, 2025.
Episode Overview
'Landman' Season 2 Episode 3, titled 'Almost a Home,' delivers high-stakes action and emotional depth in the oil industry drama. Created by Taylor Sheridan, the series follows Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton), a crisis manager navigating business perils and family issues in West Texas. This installment, streaming on Paramount+, aired on November 30, 2025, and features the return of Danny Morel, aka Gallino (Andy Garcia), a cartel-linked investor complicating Tommy's life.
Deadly Incident at the Wells
The episode opens with hunters succumbing to a mysterious gas near an oil site, setting a harrowing tone. Tommy's team, including Boss, Dale (James Jordan), and Jerrell (Elijah Collins), inspects abandoned wells for purchase. A wind shift triggers alarms, exposing them to toxic fumes. They cough, vomit, and struggle to escape; Dale suits up to rescue Jerrell from a tank as the gas reaches him. An emergency helicopter evacuates the worst cases, leaving the group shaken. Boss sheds rare tears en route to the hospital, and Dale later tells Nate it's his closest brush with death on the job.
Gallino's Return and Business Threats
Tommy demands Gallino leave his son Cooper (Jacob Lofland) alone during a tense Fort Worth office meeting. Gallino reveals his real name, Danny Morel, and claims partnership in Cooper's ventures as an 'investment' and apology. He insists his funds are clean and accuses Tommy of jealousy over Cooper's success. 'Every time you take a f—king breath, you owe me, Thomas,' Gallino snaps. Tommy retorts against discussing oil with a 'drug dealer' and storms out.
Meanwhile, MTex faces crisis: Cami (Demi Moore) discovers no funds flow from holding company M Miller, with Monty securing loans that go unpaid, risking IRS scrutiny. At The Cattleman's Club—a real Taylor Sheridan venue—Tommy and Cami confront lawyer Alan (Jim Meskimen). Cami throws a drink; Tommy smashes a bottle on his head, extracting info on an offshore company. Gallino, nearby, notes their similar use of force.
Personal Struggles and Resolutions
Ariana (Paulina Chávez) starts bartending at The Patch Café, hurling a glass at a harassing patron and earning approval. Angela (Ali Larter) pushes for intimacy with Tommy, leading to a police pull-over and later reconciliation. At the club, drinks with Gallino and wife Bella (Stefania Spampinato) foster unlikely bonds; Cami praises the couples' deep connections. Gallino offers investment help, which intrigues Cami. Angela tricks Tommy into reaffirming their marriage, leading to a passionate moment. The episode ends with Cami grieving Monty via a photo, coyotes howling in the distance.