As he continues to dominate the genre with multiple projects, Kevin Costner‘s historical Western miniseries that was also his first major TV role is getting a new streaming home. Costner is considered one of the more prolific creatives in modern filmmaking, working as an actor, writer, director and producer, having won two Oscars for Best Picture and Best Director for his work on the 1990 adaptation of Michael Blake’s Dances with Wolves.
Though not his first in the genre, that movie certainly solidified Costner’s penchant for working in the world of Westerns after having previously starred in 1985’s Silverado. In the years since, the Oscar winner has kept his genre trend alive and well with everything from 1994’s Wyatt Earp, in which he was also a producer, to 2003’s Open Range, his third directorial effort, and his Horizon: An American Saga franchise, of which only two of his planned four films have been shot. Costner also starred and executive produced four and a half seasons of Yellowstone before his infamous exit halfway through season 5.
Did You Know:
Hatfields & McCoys
marked the fourth collaboration between Costner and director Kevin Reynolds after
Fandango, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
and
Waterworld
.
Costner’s Hatfields & McCoys Is Coming To Prime Video
The Western Miniseries Was Costner’s First Major TV Project
After a celebrated career on the big screen, Costner found his first major TV role in Hatfields & McCoys. The History Channel miniseries chronicled the infamous 28-year feud between the titular Kentucky and West Virginia families, fueled by the American Civil War and land disputes, which further escalated into revenge killings by both parties. Led by Costner and Golden Globe and Emmy nominee Bill Paxton as the Hatfield and McCoy patriarchs, the miniseries was a big hit on its 2012 premiere, scoring largely positive reviews and record ratings for History and cable TV as a whole.
Now, some 12 years later after its initial premiere, Costner’s Hatfields and McCoys has found a new streaming home (via CBR). The historical Western miniseries is set to premiere on Prime Video on December 1, putting it roughly six months shy of the three-part event’s 13-year anniversary of debuting on History Channel.
For Fans Of:
- Kevin Costner’s work in the Western genre
- True-story-based miniseries
- Those who miss the excellent work of Bill Paxton
Why You Should Watch Costner’s Hatfields & McCoys Miniseries
A Brilliant Ensemble Cast Mixed With A Sprawling Story Makes For A Historical Thrill Ride
While the miniseries may be nearly 13 years old, there’s still a wide variety of reasons why Costner’s Hatfields & McCoys is well worth the watch when it comes to Prime Video in December. First and foremost are the performances of the show’s cast, particularly that of Costner and Paxton as the central figures of the historical family feud. Both actors scored Emmy nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniseries or Movie, with the former bringing the statue home, along with the Golden Globe for the same category.
Even beyond Costner and Paxton, Hatfields & McCoys‘ cast was stacked with a variety of stars, many of whom had a similarly established history in the Western genre, like Deadwood‘s Powers Boothe. There were also a number of actors who would later become household names for other projects, including future Sandman star Boyd Holbrook as the second-born Hatfield son “Cap”, Hunger Games vet Jena Malone as McCoy spouse Nancy and Shameless‘ Noel Fisher.
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Where Was Hatfields & McCoys Filmed? Filming Locations Explained
The History Channel miniseries Hatfields & McCoys (2012) wasn’t filmed on location but evoked the feeling of all the important places to the feud.
With three parts totaling a 290-minute runtime, Hatfields & McCoys is also perfect for those who enjoy sprawling Western stories. Much like Costner’s later work on the Horizon movies, the miniseries nicely offers a more nuanced take on the titular families’ feud than most prior adaptations have shown, while also still delivering just enough brutal action sequences to keep modern audiences hooked.
Source: CBR
A riveting historical drama series that brings to life the fierce and violent feud between the Hatfield and McCoy families in the Appalachian Mountains after the Civil War. The show meticulously portrays the escalating tensions and brutal confrontations driven by deep-seated grudges, land disputes, and lingering wartime animosities. As the conflict intensifies, it not only engulfs the two families but also impacts the wider community, attracting national attention. With a focus on the complex characters and their motivations, the series delves into themes of loyalty, vengeance, and the devastating human cost of generational conflict.
- Release Date
- May 28, 2012
- Seasons
- 1
