The epic trailer for Kevin Costner’s ambitious Western saga Horizon has arrived, fully justifying the star’s controversial exit from hit show Yellowstone. Costner has dreamed of making Horizon for over three decades, and his passion bleeds through in the preview’s sweeping vistas and star-studded cast.
Ever since his directorial debut Dances with Wolves, Costner has been indelibly tied to tales of the Old West. His weathered charisma seems tailor-made for the genre. Though currently known for modern Western series Yellowstone, Costner is returning to his roots with Horizon – a sprawling, big-budget exploration of America’s formative years he’s chased since the late 80s.
The trailer reveals the staggering scale of Horizon, shot across the awe-inspiring landscapes of Utah. With a runtime exceeding 3 hours and a budget above $100 million, Horizon represents Costner’s magnum opus as director and star. He reportedly invested $50 million of his own wealth to fund production.
Costner Chases Decades-Long Dream with Horizon Trilogy
Horizon will unfold over four films focused on 15 pivotal years in the settlement of the American West, before and after the Civil War. Chapter One arrives this June, with Chapter Two following in August. The ensemble cast brims with top-tier talents like Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, and Luke Wilson.
Costner’s departure from ratings mammoth Yellowstone ruffled some feathers. But for the filmmaker, realizing his long-held creative vision clearly took priority. Horizon constitutes a massive personal and financial risk, but Costner seems ready to swing for the fences. With its richperiod details and nation-spanning story, this passion project could spark a Western revival – if audiences take the ride.
