The Rivals of Amziah King

The Rivals of Amziah King

2026 · 131 min · EN · R · 6.7 (115 votes)
Dir. Andrew Patterson · Starring Matthew McConaughey, Kurt Russell, Angelina LookingGlass, Cole Sprouse, Scott Shepherd, Rob Morgan · Music Erick Alexander

“Ain’t no one all bad or all good.”

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Deep within the backwoods of rural Oklahoma, charismatic and musically gifted Amziah King herds a bluegrass-playing band of misfits while overseeing the premier honey-making operation in town. When Amziah’s estranged foster daughter unexpectedly returns, Amziah leaps at the possibility to renew connection and create a family business. But the honey game is ruthless, and Amziah’s rivals threaten to destroy everything he has built.

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A slow-burn, atmospheric rural drama steeped in the gritty tension of backwoods Oklahoma. It evokes a melancholic, dramatic mood, exploring complex family bonds and ruthless ambition. This character-driven neo-western aesthetic makes for a compelling, late-night solo experience.

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