An Academy Award-winning actor, director, and producer, Kevin Costner is best known for his iconic roles in movies such as 'Dances with Wolves', 'The Bodyguard', and the popular TV show 'Yellowstone'. The all-round entertainer has built a legendary career spanning decades, earning respect in both the film and television industries. His ambitious passions have often centered on his love for storytelling and cinema. Now, his epic western, which was a box office disappointment in theaters, has finally arrived on streaming.
'Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1' Now Streaming on Prime Video
'Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1' is now available to stream on Prime Video, following its release on the platform earlier this month on May 23. The film, originally billed as a four-film saga and a passion project for Costner, stars the actor as a lone cowboy named Hayes Ellison. Set in 1859, the story unfolds across territories from Wyoming to Kansas, chronicling the expansion of the American West before and after the Civil War over a 15-year period.
Kevin Costner's Exit from 'Yellowstone' for 'Horizon'
Costner's journey with this ambitious project began when he decided to leave the wildly successful 'Yellowstone' midway through Season 5. Amid a disagreement regarding scheduling conflicts with his sprawling cinematic western, Costner departed the series in June 2024. Later that same month, 'Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1' premiered in theaters.
Box Office Disappointment for 'Horizon: An American Saga'
Unfortunately, the film opened to tepid reviews and disappointing box office returns, casting doubt on the future of the larger project. The original theatrical run earned $29 million domestically and $9.8 million internationally, for a worldwide box office total of $38.8 million. Set against a production budget of $100 million prior to marketing costs, the financial realities proved damning for the ambitious western.
What Comes Next for the 'Horizon' Saga
Originally, 'Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 2' was meant to arrive in theaters in August 2024. However, due to the first film's underwhelming performance, the decision was made to pull 'Chapter 2' from its intended theatrical release. Besides the second entry being screened at the Venice Film Festival in 2024, 'Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 2' has not been released to the public. In the aftermath of its performance at Venice, Costner admitted that the film "didn't have overwhelming success." The entire saga encountered new challenges, but Costner remains adamant that the second entry, as well as Chapters 3 and 4, will see the light of day. Speaking at the Savannah Film Festival, Costner stated he is looking for "the right distribution partner" to bring the remaining chapters to audiences.
The streaming release now gives audiences the opportunity to experience Costner's passion project, while the actor continues his search for the right distribution partner to complete his ambitious four-chapter vision.
