Paramount+ announced new cast members for Taylor Sheridan's upcoming series “Landman” on Monday, and one of its stars shouldn't be the least bit surprised.

If you talk to anyone who claims to write about, watch, or just enjoy entertainment, they won't know who James Jordan is when you mention his name for the first time. This is a sociocultural farce. should Known as the official face of Taylor Sheridan.

why? Because he's definitely one of the most talented guys working on almost all of Sheridan's biggest projects. Until now.

Jordan's next role will be in the series “Landman,” starring Billy Bob Thornton, as “Dale Bradley,” a petroleum engineer and “a blue-collar bear who manages and works with roughnecks in the oil fields.” is. This series delves deep into the political and social realities of the oil and gas industry in West Texas. In addition to his mundane role, Jordan will also play Thornton's roommate, which could be a significant role for the actor. 39 units to his name (at the time of writing).

Taylor Sheridan's “The Landman” begins open casting for many roles. Do you want to reach stardom? https://t.co/tCUTWKUNBh #Breaking news #breaking news #news pic.twitter.com/mL47poJFC0

— Brett Murphy (@bmurphypointman) January 25, 2024

Here's the problem. His 39 credits in Jordan are more impactful than his next 30 actors with 100 credits each and I would die on this hill. (Related: Paramount+ begins production on Major Taylor Sheridan series)

Many of Jordan's previous roles were written by Sheridan, one of the greatest entertainment writers of the 21st century, and that's not a bad thing. But it's also Jordan's sheer ability that sets him apart from the frilly-haired mainstream crap actors.

One of Jordan's most powerful scenes as livestock detective Steve Hendon in Yellowstone was when he brutally killed two men accused of beating a female rider and stealing her belongings. But it wasn't the murders that highlighted Jordan's acting talent. The horror on his face when he realized what he had done made this one of the most powerful things I've seen on TV. Until now.

Jordan has also appeared in Special Operations: The Lioness, Death Wishers, 1883, The Mayor of Kingstown, and Wind River, and will likely play a role in all of Sheridan's future films and series. Jordan will be playing a role that was written for him. .

And boy, does he deserve them.