“Before Yellowstone: Kevin Costner Starred in a 31-Year-Old Western with NCIS’s Mark Harmon That Earned 5 Razzie Nominations”
Before Kevin Costner became the ultimate TV cowboy on Yellowstone, he starred in a Western that critics absolutely tore apart. Wyatt Earp (1994) didn’t just flop—it earned five Razzie nominations, including Worst Actor for Costner himself and Worst Remake or Sequel.
Costner starred as the legendary lawman in this 3-hour biographical epic, but despite a star-studded cast that included Gene Hackman, Mark Harmon, and Michael Madsen, the film tanked. Critics weren’t impressed with its slow pacing and lack of excitement, especially with Tombstone hitting theaters just six months earlier and delivering a more energetic take on the same O.K. Corral showdown.
Though Costner gave his best effort as Earp, the film’s epic ambitions didn’t quite hit the mark. Instead of becoming a Western classic, Wyatt Earp became known for missing the mark—one of Hollywood’s biggest misfires in the genre. Even with a strong cast and Costner’s star power, the film couldn’t escape its critical backlash.
In other news, Kevin Costner is dealing with some personal turmoil. The actor was blindsided by the news of his ex-wife Christine Baumgartner’s engagement to Josh Connor, a man he once considered a friend. He found out through his kids and described it as a “betrayal.” This fresh blow came just months after his messy divorce was finalized in early 2024, and it’s clear that the emotional wounds are still raw.
