Billy Bob Thornton has sparked strong reactions after the latest episode of the hit series Landman, which premiered on Paramount+ on December 28. The episode opens with Thornton’s character, Tommy Norris, in a hotel room scene that immediately grabbed viewers’ attention for its shock value. In the opening moments, Norris wakes up as a hotel employee delivers his breakfast. As he rolls over in bed, viewers briefly see him fully naked, leading to an unexpected and controversial moment that left many fans divided.
The startled hotel worker screams and panics, prompting a tense and awkward exchange. Seconds later, Ali Larter’s character, Angela, enters from the bathroom and scolds Tommy, telling him to put himself away. She quickly reassures the frightened employee, apologizing for the situation and explaining that Tommy’s behavior had nothing to do with her.
Angela then launches into a blunt, comedic rant directed at Tommy, joking about his habits and mocking the unflattering angle of the moment. The scene ends with the couple trading insults in a profanity-filled argument. It remains unclear whether the scene involved prosthetics or visual effects, though many viewers assume it was staged rather than real.
While some fans found the opening hilarious and bold, others were less impressed. Several viewers took to social media to criticize the episode, with some saying the show has drifted away from its original focus on the oil industry and relied too heavily on shock humor.