Kevin Costner’s illustrious Hollywood career, starting in the 1980s with hits like The Untouchables and Field of Dreams, has had its share of highs and lows. Despite a mid-career dip post-1990s hits such as Dances With Wolves, Costner redefined himself with a strong comeback in television with Yellowstone. His role as John Dutton captured the audience’s imagination until his exit prior to the series’ finale. Now, he’s not looking back but rather on to new horizons—and mountains.
Costner is branching out with Yellowstone to Yosemite with Kevin Costner, a documentary series premiering on Fox Nation in February. Known for his rugged roles, this docuseries finds him in a familiar setting to explore historical parallels, particularly retracing Teddy Roosevelt’s 1903 Yosemite expedition alongside John Muir. The series aims to provide spectacular views and delve into the history of preservation efforts that shaped America’s natural landscapes. This isn’t Costner’s first foray with Fox Nation; it follows his previous project, Yellowstone: One-Fifty, which reflects on the 150th anniversary of the iconic national park.
Costner’s recent forays into storytelling continue with his ambitious Horizon: An American Saga film series. Despite facing setbacks with the first chapter—earning a lukewarm critical score of 51% and a dismal box office return of $38 million against a $100M budget—Costner is determined to proceed. Chapter 2 will debut at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, hopefully reinvigorating the saga. According to Deadline, production for the third installment is already in motion, although it has run into some financial speed bumps.
Meanwhile, Costner isn’t leaving other creative avenues unexplored. He’s working on Headhunters, a thriller co-written with director Steven Holleran. Costner stars alongside Chloe East and Daniel Zovatto in this narrative of survival and discovery on an uncharted island. Also on the cards is a yet-to-be-titled collaboration with Ariel Vroman, a project close to Costner’s heart following their earlier film, Criminal. Production kicks off soon, and the film is touted as a passion project for the actor.
As Costner transitions from playing iconic characters to narrating and engaging with the American landscape and history, he remains steadfast in his legacy as a multi-talented storyteller. With a rich lineup of projects, his departure from Yellowstone may prove a mere chapter in a continuously evolving career narrative.
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Despite hurdles, Costner is pressing onward with multiple film and television projects. Fans can look forward to catching him in Yellowstone to Yosemite from February 8, 2025. His persistence in bringing personal and environmental stories to audiences shows that Costner is far from done crafting narratives that speak to the heart of America.
