Kevin Costner Rides New Wave After Horizon Setback and Yellowstone Exit

New role: Costner will play a washed-up American expat living in Bali, Indonesia, in the upcoming film "Headhunters."

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Plot premise: The movie follows surfers searching for the perfect wave, leading to an encounter with an ancient tribe of headhunters on an uncharted island.

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Co-star: Daniel Zovatto, known for "Station Eleven," will join Costner in the film.

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Production partnership: Costner's Territory Pictures and Scott Steindorff's Stone Village Films are collaborating on the project.

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Career shift: This role marks a departure from Costner's recent Western-themed projects like "Yellowstone" and "Horizon."

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"Yellowstone" exit: Costner has stated that the show "can go on" without him, hinting at his departure from the series.

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"Horizon" investment: Costner revealed he has personally invested $98 million in the first three "Horizon" movies.

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Genre exploration: "Headhunters" represents Costner's willingness to adapt and explore new genres, potentially appealing to a different audience.

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