Taylor Sheridan Reveals Sam Elliott’s Emotional Precision Made Him a Star of 1883
In a recent interview with Collider, acclaimed director and writer Taylor Sheridan opened up about his experience working with cowboy icon Sam Elliott on the Paramount+ series 1883 and his latest project, Landman. Sheridan, creator of the hit series 1883 and Yellowstone, praised Elliott’s unique ability to bring depth and emotion to his characters.
According to Sheridan, Elliott has an "effortless ability to stress the perfect syllable, to impact the meaning of a sentence and completely fill it with emotion, effortlessly." The director revealed that he recently spent time with Elliott on the set of Landman, his latest series starring Billy Bob Thornton, and was thrilled to be working with him again. "I was just with him on set two hours ago," Sheridan said. "It’s so great to be back with him."
Sheridan didn’t confirm Elliott’s exact role in Landman, which is set in the West Texas oil boom and described as a modern-day story of fortune and betrayal. However, his enthusiasm about being "back with him" suggests that Elliott will have a significant role in the series. The reunion will undoubtedly excite fans of 1883, who fell in love with Elliott’s portrayal of Shea Brennan.
As reported by Collider, Sheridan and Elliott endured extreme conditions while filming 1883, including temperatures ranging from 108 degrees to minus 6 degrees. Despite the challenges, Elliott’s performance was widely praised, and his character became a fan favorite. Sheridan attributed Elliott’s success to his ability to bring authenticity and emotion to his roles.
Sheridan’s commitment to authenticity is a hallmark of his work, and it’s a key factor in the success of the Yellowstone universe. As he told Collider, "We were in 108-degree heat dressed in wool and then we were in minus-6 in the same wool… For Sam to take that abuse and embrace it, and really feel like he was doing something special…" The director’s passion for creating raw, emotionally layered characters has resonated with audiences and helped establish him as a major force in modern television.
Fans of 1883 and Yellowstone will be eager to see Elliott return to Sheridan’s world, whether in a major role or a cameo appearance. With the second season of Landman currently in production in Texas, audiences can look forward to more exciting developments from Sheridan and his team. In the meantime, 1883 and the first season of Landman are available to stream on Paramount+.
Source: Collider
