Great First Trailer for Indie Thriller THE RIVALS OF AMZIAH KING Starring Matthew McConaughey

The first trailer has been released for the acclaimed indie thriller The Rivals of Amziah King, from director Andrew Patterson (The Vast of Night), and screenwriter James Montague, who co-wrote the film with Patterson. Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey (The Dallas Buyers Club) stars in the film, with Angelina LookingGlass, Kurt Russell, Cole Sprouse, Owen Teague, Scott Shepherd, and Tony Revolori.

The film’s synopsis reads: “Deep within the backwoods of rural Oklahoma, charismatic and musically gifted Amziah King (starring Matthew McConaughey) herds a bluegrass-playing band of misfits while overseeing the premier honey-making operation in town.

“When Amziah’s estranged foster daughter Kateri (with newcomer Angelina LookingGlass) unexpectedly returns, Amziah leaps at the possibility to renew the connection and create a family business. But the honey game is ruthless, and Amziah's rivals threaten to destroy everything he has built.”

The film first premiered at the 2025 SXSW Film Festival to rave reviews. This looks like a good story and another solid performance from McConaughey and the ensemble.

The Rivals of Amziah King is set to be released in select US theaters on August 14th. Check out the trailer below: