Kevin Costner's Western Epic 'Horizon' Acquired in France, Receives 11-Minute Standing Ovation at Cannes

May 19, 2024, 03:40 PM

Kevin Costner's Western epic 'Horizon: An American Saga' has been acquired in France by Metropolitan FilmExport and is nearly sold worldwide ahead of its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival out of competition. The film, which Costner directed and stars in alongside Luke Wilson, Tatanka Means, Tom Payne, Jena Malone, and Jamie Campbell Bower, will be released in theaters on June 28. The new trailer for the film has been released, showcasing the expansive narrative covering the Civil War and the settlement of the American West. 'Horizon' received an 11-minute standing ovation at its Cannes premiere, with Costner becoming emotional during the applause. The film is planned as a multi-part series, with three more installments promised by Costner.