Kevin Costner Confirms Horizon 3 & 4’s New Filming Plan Amid Financing Struggle & Mixed Reviews

Kevin Costner’s Horizon: An American Saga franchise is facing significant challenges after the underperformance of Chapter 1 at the box office. Despite a $50 million budget, the film grossed just $34.3 million, creating doubts about the future of the franchise. The film also received a mixed critical response, earning a 49% score on Rotten Tomatoes, though audiences were somewhat more favorable, giving it a 70% on the audience score.

The failure of Chapter 1 has already led to Chapter 2 being pulled from theatrical release, despite initial plans for it to debut in August. Chapter 2 is still set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival, where critical reception could play a crucial role in determining its distribution and future. Meanwhile, Costner remains committed to the project, expressing his deep passion for the story and his desire to complete the four-part saga. He is already working on Chapter 3 and hopes to finish production on the final two installments by 2025.

Streaming could offer a lifeline for the franchise, with Chapter 1 now available on Max. However, additional financing will be necessary to complete the remaining films, and the future of the series hinges on both critical reception and financial viability. Costner’s hope is that audiences will eventually connect with the story, even if its initial reception was mixed.