Kevin Costner’s “Horizon: An American Saga” Set to Make Waves Next Summer
Amid a whirlwind of personal and professional storms, Kevin Costner is setting his sights firmly on the horizon. His highly anticipated project “Horizon: An American Saga” has finally been earmarked for a summer release in 2024, and fans couldn’t be more excited.
A Two-Part Theatrical Spectacle
WB’s latest announcement confirms the two-part film’s release dates, with the first chapter gracing theaters on June 28 and the subsequent one arriving on August 16. This ambitious project isn’t just a starring vehicle for Costner – he’s wearing multiple hats as an actor, director, and producer.
With a star-studded ensemble including Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, Jena Malone, and many others, “Horizon” aims to transport audiences to the era surrounding the American Civil War. The narrative will explore the myriad challenges and opportunities presented during the westward expansion of America.
“The films are set in the pre-and-post-American Civil War period, and depict the expansion of the American West.”
The Backdrop of a Bigger Narrative
Interestingly, the expansive storyline doesn’t halt at two films. ET confirms that Costner has envisioned a total of four films for “Horizon.” However, challenges like the SAG-AFTRA strike and the recently concluded Writers Guild of America’s strike have cast a shadow on the production timelines for the third installment.
Yellowstone Controversies and Personal Tumult
While the news of “Horizon” is electrifying, Costner’s recent past has been tumultuous. His exit from the hit series “Yellowstone” coincided with personal challenges, namely his divorce from Christine Baumgartner.
Matthew Belloni of Puck News shed light on some possible on-set frictions during “Yellowstone’s” final season.
Belloni highlighted that Costner has “a pretty big ego” and his passion for “Horizon” might have created certain priorities. He remarked, “He really wanted to put that in front of Yellowstone, and the producers of Yellowstone said, ‘Hey, the show is your first priority, we’re paying you a lot of money to do this show.'”
The tension, as Belloni described, revolved around Costner’s unwavering commitment to “Horizon,” even if it meant sidelining “Yellowstone.”
“This was a fight that has been playing out for the past few months now behind the scenes.”
Costner himself addressed the circumstances during a recent child support hearing, indicating that his commitment to “Horizon” made it challenging to continue his role on “Yellowstone.”
According to Costner, making Horizon was a conflict with filming Yellowstone two times a year.
The saga continues, as Costner’s legal team hints at a possible litigation with the “Yellowstone” network, given that an exit agreement hasn’t been finalized.
Looking Ahead
As the curtains rise and fall on various chapters of Kevin Costner’s career, one thing remains clear: his dedication to his craft. Whether it’s on the vast landscapes of “Yellowstone” or the tumultuous terrains of “Horizon,” Costner continues to captivate audiences with his compelling performances and storytelling prowess. The world awaits the summer of 2024, ready to embark on yet another cinematic journey with this legendary actor.
