Hollywood actor and filmmaker Kevin Costner has been hit with a lawsuit over alleged unpaid costume rental fees connected to his upcoming Western film, Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2.
According to court filings, a long established costume supplier has accused Costner and the production companies behind the film of failing to settle outstanding payments for costumes used during filming.
The lawsuit was filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court by Western Costume Leasing Company, a well known Hollywood costume house. The company claims it supplied costumes for Horizon: Chapter 2 under a rental agreement but was never fully paid.
Court documents state that the production allegedly owes over $134,000 in unpaid costume rental fees. However, the total amount being sought in the lawsuit exceeds $400,000, factoring in damages, legal fees, interest, and other related costs via People
The costume company reportedly maintains that the costumes were delivered, used on set, and accepted without dispute.
Another Setback for the Horizon Franchise
The legal action adds to the growing challenges surrounding Costner’s ambitious Horizon film series. The project, planned as a multi-part Western saga, has faced financial pressure and scheduling delays, especially after Chapter 1 struggled at the box office.
As a result, the theatrical release of Horizon: Chapter 2 was postponed, raising concerns about the future rollout of the remaining installments.
Costner has previously revealed that he invested millions of dollars of his own money into the project, making the film deeply personal as well as financially risky.
As of the time of this report, Kevin Costner and his representatives have not issued an official statement regarding the lawsuit. It is also unclear whether the dispute will be settled out of court or proceed to trial.
Despite the legal setback, Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2 has already been screened at select film festivals and is still expected to reach audiences once distribution plans are finalized.