Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2 actor Danny Huston has recently provided an ambiguous yet intriguing update on the highly anticipated sequel starring Kevin Costner. Initially set to premiere on August 16, 2024, the second installment was pulled from the release calendar, raising questions about its future. Although it has faced indefinite delays, Horizon: Chapter 2 has already made waves, having premiered at the Venice International Film Festival and screened at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival this past February. Yet, a new release date remains elusive.
In an interview with ScreenRant for the digital release of Consecration, Huston, who takes on the role of Col. Albert Houghton in Horizon, expressed his eagerness for the sequel, characterizing it as “an epic dream of a film.” While he’s confident it will see the light of day, he acknowledges an exact timeframe is still out of reach. Huston described the anticipation vividly:
Yes, I am absolutely bated breath anticipating. I can’t wait to see the second chapter. It’s such a big document, an epic dream of a film. It’s like a steam engine that’s coming at us, and it won’t stop. There’s no stopping it. But it’s working at its own pace.
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New Line Cinema’s decision to pull Chapter 2 from its scheduled release can largely be attributed to Chapter 1‘s disappointing box office performance, which managed to gross only $38 million against a staggering $100 million production budget for both films. Since then, updates on the sequel’s theatrical release have been scarce. Earlier this year, Horizon cast member Isabelle Fuhrman (who plays Diamond) conveyed a similar sentiment, revealing her own uncertainty about Chapter 2‘s release and future installments.
Despite Costner’s push for a 2025 release, there’s still no concrete information regarding the project beyond Chapter 1. Huston’s optimism regarding the sequel clashes with its mixed reception; while he and Fuhrman remain hopeful, critics have given Horizon: Chapter 2 a modest 54% score on Rotten Tomatoes, only slightly higher than its predecessor.
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Despite its status as Kevin Costner’s passion project, Horizon has struggled to gain favor after the first installment’s disappointing reception. Following this setback, the franchise has found itself embroiled in legal complications. Costner and the production team faced lawsuits, including one from a stunt double related to an unscripted sexual assault scene, while another case involves United Costume Corporation suing Costner’s company for unpaid costume fees. These issues contribute to the uncertainty surrounding Chapter 2’s fate.
It’s certainly understandable why the film’s release is taking longer than expected. Nonetheless, Huston remains optimistic after witnessing the sequel firsthand. Although Horizon has not received overwhelming acclaim from critics, it has garnered a positive audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, suggesting that fans still embrace the series. However, for now, viewers will have to remain patient as they await further updates on Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2.