Kevin Costner is one of Hollywood’s most respected actors, producers, and directors. Known for his natural charm and strong screen presence, he has given many unforgettable performances in both movies and television. Costner has won Academy Awards, Golden Globes, and Primetime Emmy Awards during his career. From sports dramas to epic westerns, his work has made a lasting mark in Hollywood. Let’s look at Kevin Costner Movies and TV Shows…
Kevin Costner Movies:
1. Sizzle Beach, U.S.A. (1981)
This was Costner’s debut film, though it was released after he became famous. The low-budget drama is about young people trying to make it in California.
2. Night Shift (1982)
In this comedy directed by Ron Howard, Costner had a small role. The movie starred Henry Winkler and Michael Keaton and helped Costner get noticed.
3. Testament (1983)
A drama about a family surviving after a nuclear attack. Costner had a supporting role, showing his early acting range.
4. The Big Chill (1983)
Though his scenes were cut, Costner was originally cast as Alex, whose death brings friends together in the film.
5. Fandango (1985)
Costner played Gardner Barnes, a young man on a road trip with friends before they face adulthood and the Vietnam War.
6. Silverado (1985)
A classic western film where Costner played Jake, a fun and reckless cowboy. This role brought him into the spotlight.
7. American Flyers (1985)
Costner starred as a doctor who competes in a bicycle race with his brother. It combined sports and family drama.
8. The Untouchables (1987)
Costner played Eliot Ness in this crime drama about taking down Al Capone. His performance made him a leading Hollywood star.
9. No Way Out (1987)
A suspense thriller where Costner played a Navy officer caught in a web of political intrigue. It was a big hit.
10. Bull Durham (1988)
A romantic sports comedy where Costner played a veteran baseball catcher. The movie became a cult classic.
11. Field of Dreams (1989)
Costner starred as Ray Kinsella, who builds a baseball field after hearing a mysterious voice. The film is one of his most loved roles.
12. Revenge (1990)
A romantic thriller where Costner plays a retired Navy pilot who falls in love with a mob boss’s wife.
13. Dances with Wolves (1990)
Costner directed and starred in this epic western. It won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director.
14. Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991)
Costner played the legendary outlaw Robin Hood. The film was a worldwide box office success.
15. JFK (1991)
Directed by Oliver Stone, Costner played New Orleans DA Jim Garrison investigating the Kennedy assassination.
16. The Bodyguard (1992)
Costner starred opposite Whitney Houston in this romantic thriller. It became one of his most iconic films.
17. A Perfect World (1993)
Directed by Clint Eastwood, Costner played an escaped convict who bonds with a kidnapped boy.
18. Wyatt Earp (1994)
Costner portrayed the legendary lawman Wyatt Earp in this western epic.
19. Waterworld (1995)
A futuristic action adventure set on a flooded Earth. Costner played “The Mariner.” Though criticized at release, it gained cult status later.
20. Tin Cup (1996)
Costner played a golf pro trying to prove himself. The sports comedy became a fan favourite.
21. The Postman (1997)
Costner directed and starred in this post-apocalyptic drama about hope and rebuilding society.
22. For Love of the Game (1999)
He played an ageing baseball pitcher reflecting on life during his final game.
23. Thirteen Days (2000)
Costner portrayed White House adviser Kenneth O’Donnell in this political drama about the Cuban Missile Crisis.
24. Dragonfly (2002)
A supernatural thriller where Costner played a doctor receiving messages from his late wife.
25. Open Range (2003)
Costner directed and starred in this western about cattlemen facing corruption. It was praised for its realism.
26. The Upside of Anger (2005)
A family drama where Costner played a former baseball player who befriends a troubled widow.
27. Rumor Has It (2005)
A romantic comedy starring Jennifer Aniston, where Costner played a man tied to the story of The Graduate.
28. The Guardian (2006)
An action drama about Coast Guard rescue swimmers, co-starring Ashton Kutcher. Costner played the mentor role.
29. Mr. Brooks (2007)
Costner gave a dark performance as a businessman leading a double life as a serial killer.
30. Swing Vote (2008)
A political comedy where Costner played a man whose single vote decides a U.S. presidential election.
31. The New Daughter (2009)
A horror thriller about a father and his daughter facing supernatural forces.
32. Man of Steel (2013)
Costner played Jonathan Kent, Superman’s adoptive father, in Zack Snyder’s superhero film.
33. Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014)
He played Thomas Harper, a CIA agent mentoring Jack Ryan.
34. 3 Days to Kill (2014)
Costner starred as a dying CIA agent trying to reconnect with his daughter while completing one last mission.
35. Draft Day (2014)
A sports drama where Costner played the general manager of the Cleveland Browns making tough NFL draft decisions.
36. Black or White (2014)
Costner starred in this heartfelt drama about custody of his granddaughter.
37. McFarland, USA (2015)
A sports drama based on a true story, where Costner played a coach who forms a cross-country running team.
38. Criminal (2016)
A sci-fi action thriller where Costner played a convict implanted with a dead CIA agent’s memories.
39. Hidden Figures (2016)
Costner played a NASA official in this inspiring true story about African-American women mathematicians.
40. Molly’s Game (2017)
A drama about high-stakes poker, where Costner played the supportive but tough father of Molly Bloom.
41. Yellowstone (2018 film appearance in connection with promotion)
While mainly a TV project, Costner’s role as John Dutton expanded his legacy in modern westerns.
42. Let Him Go (2020)
Costner starred opposite Diane Lane in this thriller about grandparents rescuing their grandson.
43. Horizon: An American Saga (2024)
Costner directed and starred in this ambitious multi-part western saga, exploring life before and after the Civil War.
Kevin Costner TV Shows:
1. Amazing Stories (1985)
Costner appeared in an episode of Steven Spielberg’s anthology series.
2. Yellowstone (2018–2023)
Costner played John Dutton, the head of a powerful ranching family. The show became a huge hit and won him a Golden Globe.
3. Hatfields & McCoys (2012)
A TV miniseries where Costner played “Devil” Anse Hatfield. It won him an Emmy Award for Best Actor.
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FAQs:
Q1. What is Kevin Costner’s most famous movie?
His most famous films are Dances with Wolves, The Bodyguard, Field of Dreams, and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.
Q2. Has Kevin Costner won an Oscar?
Yes, he won two Academy Awards for Dances with Wolves – Best Director and Best Picture.
Q3. What TV role made Kevin Costner popular recently?
His role as John Dutton in Yellowstone brought him massive success on television.
Q4. Is Kevin Costner also a director?
Yes, he directed Dances with Wolves, The Postman, Open Range, and Horizon: An American Saga.
Q5. What genre is Kevin Costner best known for?
He is best known for westerns, sports dramas, and political thrillers.
