Kevin Costner Says Some Movies ‘Don’t Immediately Resonate ’ — But He’s Committed To’HORIZON’
Kevin Costner, relaxed in his California home after an 18-hour flight back from Europe, shared his daily coffee ritual that keeps him grounded. Despite not being a big coffee drinker, he starts each day with one cup, saying, “I feel a little bit off-center if I don’t.” The 69-year-old actor’s life has been especially busy: he attended the Magna Graecia Film Festival in Italy, promoted his collaboration with Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, and is deeply invested in his passion project of 36 years, Horizon: An American Saga.
Horizon, a four-part Western series, is a labor of love for Costner, who’s determined to see it through despite the mixed reception of Chapter 1. Although Chapter 2’s release was delayed, it will premiere at the Venice Film Festival—a development Costner calls “a beautiful surprise.” He’s already filmed parts of Chapter 3 and plans to shoot back-to-back installments next spring, undeterred by box office numbers.
Reflecting on his approaching 70th birthday, Costner expresses gratitude for his multifaceted life as an actor, director, musician, and father of seven. He feels fortunate to have lived “an unusual life,” one that allowed him to follow his passions without being swayed by trends. “If you try to stay a success, you’re going to lose yourself,” he explains. Instead, he’s focused on projects that move him personally, even if they aren’t always popular at the outset.
Known for his grounded approach, Costner laughs off the idea of “coffee dates,” saying his coffee is “the first thing” he does at 7 a.m.—not exactly a prime time for socializing. He enjoys his coffee with cream and a hint of cinnamon but insists he’s no connoisseur. He teamed up with Green Mountain because their coffee fits his simple, familiar taste.
On Horizon, he says, “I love this movie. I love the second one—and the third one’s even harder than the first two.” It’s a promise he made to himself long ago, to bring giant, sweeping stories to life, hoping people will connect with the characters over time. Costner recalls that many of his films, like Field of Dreams and Dances with Wolves, took time to resonate with audiences. For him, that delayed appreciation is part of the journey.
As Chapter 1 heads to streaming on Max, Costner is steadfast in his commitment to complete the saga. He hopes audiences will fall in love with the story, seeing it as a “tribute to a great actor and director” and a testament to his decades-long vision.
