Working on a Taylor Sheridan production is never easy, but according to actress Ali Larter, dealing with the brutal Texas heat is simply part of the job.
The Landman star recently responded to comments made by Dutton Ranch actor Cole Hauser regarding the extreme weather conditions both productions face while filming in Texas. While Hauser admitted the scorching temperatures have been physically demanding, Larter revealed that she actually embraces the challenge.
Speaking at the Newport Beach TV Festival on June 6, Larter shared her perspective on filming in authentic locations rather than relying on more comfortable studio environments.
“I actually like working in an environment where, if it’s Texas and it’s supposed to be hot, then let’s shoot in the heat,” she explained. “I don’t want to be filming somewhere with air conditioning three states away.”
Her comments quickly attracted attention among fans of Taylor Sheridan’s growing television empire, particularly because they came only weeks after Hauser discussed the difficulties of filming Dutton Ranch under the intense Texas sun.
Hauser, who reprises his beloved role as Rip Wheeler in the Yellowstone sequel series, previously revealed that the weather had become one of the toughest aspects of production. According to the actor, the relentless heat caused him to sweat constantly and made it difficult to maintain his physical condition throughout filming.
For Larter, however, those hardships are part of what makes a production feel authentic.
The actress believes that shooting on location adds realism that audiences can sense on screen. Rather than viewing the heat as an obstacle, she sees it as another tool that helps actors fully immerse themselves in their characters and the world they inhabit.
“Personally, I’ve always loved filming on location,” she said. “Especially when you have the opportunity to shoot where the story actually takes place.”
Larter even joked about Hauser’s complaints, laughing as she said, “Come on, tell Cole he can handle the pressure.”
The lighthearted comment reflects the respect many actors within Sheridan’s productions have for one another. Both Landman and Dutton Ranch are part of Sheridan’s rapidly expanding television universe, and both shows are known for demanding filming schedules, challenging environments, and a commitment to realism.
Larter also offered fans a glimpse into what life is really like behind the scenes of Landman. Many viewers assume actors behave similarly to their characters when cameras stop rolling, but she says that is far from reality.
“I think people expect some of us to be exactly like our characters off-screen,” Larter explained. “But I think we all really step into those roles when we’re working.”
She praised the cast and crew for their dedication, describing a production culture built around total commitment. According to Larter, everyone involved gives their full energy to every scene, helping create the authenticity that has become a hallmark of Sheridan’s projects.
The actress noted that a season of Landman can take around five months to shoot, making the experience feel like filming multiple movies back-to-back. Because of that lengthy process, she says cast members become deeply invested in every moment.
“We don’t move on from a scene until we feel we’ve done everything we can to make it right,” she said.
That commitment helps explain why Sheridan’s series continue to resonate with audiences. Whether it is the rugged ranches of Dutton Ranch or the high-stakes oil fields of Landman, the productions strive to place actors directly into the environments their characters would realistically experience.
While fans may debate whether filming under triple-digit temperatures is worth the discomfort, Larter’s view is clear: authenticity matters.
For her, the blazing Texas sun is not something to avoid—it is part of the story itself.
And if Cole Hauser is still battling the heat while filming Dutton Ranch, Larter seems confident that Rip Wheeler can survive just about anything Texas throws at him.
