In new ‘Landman’ episode: TCU, Choctaw Casino, Rick’s Cabaret and more

Several Fort Worth references and locations appeared in the latest “Landman” episode.

The Taylor Sheridan co-created show returned for its 10-episode second season on Nov. 16 and will air weekly until mid-January. The Paramount+ show filmed in and around Fort Worth over the spring and summer. “Landman” was recently renewed for a third season.

TCU, Frost Tower, 61 Osteria restaurant, the historic Oakwood Cemetery, Cattleman’s Steak House in the Stockyards, River Crest Country Club and Will Rogers Memorial Center have already appeared in the show this season. Characters in the show have also mentioned the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman.

Here’s a look at all the locations and references featured in season 2, episode 8, “Handsome Touched Me,” which premiered on Sunday, Jan. 4.

Rick’s Cabaret

At 9:13, Tommy (Billy Bob Thornton) pulls into the Rick’s Cabaret parking lot.

This scene was filmed at the Rick’s Cabaret in Fort Worth at 7101 Calmont Ave. The club also made an appearance in season 1.

Rick’s is one of several clubs owned by Houston-based RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. Rick’s actually has two locations in Fort Worth. The other spot is located at 15000 Airport Freeway.

Choctaw Travel Plaza

At 16:45, Angela (Ali Larter) and Ainsley (Michelle Randolph) stop by a gas station on the way to a casino.

This was filmed at the Choctaw Travel Plaza in Calera, Okla., at 4301 Hollis Roberts Road. The gas station is just minutes from Choctaw Casino & Resort in Durant, Okla.

Choctaw Casino & Resort

At 19:42, Angela and Ainsley arrive at the casino with their group from the retirement home.

While Angela says earlier in the episode that she’s going to a casino in Carlsbad, New Mexico, this was actually filmed in Durant, Okla., at Choctaw Casino & Resort.

This sequence was filmed in July, according to several casting calls from Texas-based Legacy Casting.

Toro Toro

At 24:18, Cami (Demi Moore) is seen at a restaurant bar.

This was filmed at Toro Toro in downtown Fort Worth at 200 Main St. The restaurant serves up Pan-Latin cuisine.

TCU mural

At 35:08, a TCU mural is seen in the background as Tommy leaves Frost Tower in downtown Fort Worth.

The 96-by-90-foot mural is located off Fifth and Throckmorton streets. The mural was completed in December 2023 and will remain in place until at least 2028, according to TCU.

Brantley Creek Barbecue

At 44 minutes, Margaret arrives home from work and her husband says that he picked up barbecue from “Brantley Creek.”

This is in reference to Odessa-based Brantley Creek Barbecue. The joint made Texas Monthly’s honorable mention list for best barbecue restaurants in the state this year.

Texas Rangers

At 45:28, Tommy arrives home to a baseball-themed dinner.

In addition to Angela wearing a Texas Rangers hat and shirt, a branded bat and baseball are also seen in the scene. Baseball hats representing TCU, Baylor and Texas Tech also make an appearance.