Tue Oct 14 23:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Costner’s Western Ambitions Shift Focus to “The Gray House” Amid “Horizon” Uncertainty

**Hollywood, CA** – With the future of Kevin Costner’s ambitious “Horizon: An American Saga” series hanging in the balance, fans looking for a Costner-backed Western may find solace in the upcoming historical miniseries, “The Gray House.” While the fate of “Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2” remains unclear following the disappointing performance of Chapter 1, Costner is shifting his focus, at least temporarily, to this intriguing new project.

Costner poured his heart and a significant amount of personal funds into “Horizon,” envisioning it as a major theatrical experience exploring the complexities of the American West during the Civil War era. However, the financial failure of “Chapter 1” has cast a long shadow on the series, delaying the release of the completed “Chapter 2” indefinitely.

In the meantime, Costner will serve as producer on “The Gray House,” a Civil War-era spy thriller inspired by the true story of a group of women who created a secret network to infiltrate the Confederacy. The series, starring Mary-Louise Parker, Daisy Head, and Amethyst Davis, promises a unique blend of Western themes and espionage, offering a fresh perspective on the Civil War beyond the typical cowboys-and-Indians narrative.

While Costner won’t be appearing on screen, his involvement as producer suggests he will play a key creative role. Sources speculate he may use “The Gray House” as a vehicle to explore similar themes of national identity and the brutal realities of America’s past that he envisioned for the “Horizon” saga.

“Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2,” set between 1859 and 1874 against the backdrop of the Civil War, dives into the lives of families, friends, and enemies navigating a nation grappling with its identity. Similarly, “The Gray House” delves into the critical contributions of three women aiding the Union during the Civil War, acknowledged by General Ulysses S. Grant for their strategic impact on the North’s war effort.

Despite the current uncertainty surrounding the “Horizon” series, and while he remains committed to a theatrical release for “Chapter 2,” the success of “The Gray House” could pave the way for future opportunities to explore his passion for Western storytelling. For now, audiences can look forward to the intriguing and unique narrative that “The Gray House” promises to deliver.

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