Kevin Costner and Susan Sarandon Reunite 36 Years After “Bull Durham”: ‘We’ve Come a Long Way’

The former costars appeared together at the 81st Venice International Film Festival

Kevin Costner and Susan Sarandon are reunited and it feels so good!

On Thursday, Sept. 5, the former Bull Durham costars came back together 36 years after the romantic sports comedy's 1988 release for the Better World Fund Gala, which took place during the 81st Venice International Film Festival in Venice, Italy.

Following the event, Costner, 69, shared a sweet snap of him and Sarandon, 77, on Instagram. “There’s nothing like catching up with an old friend. Great to see you @susansarandon—we’ve come a long way since our Bull Durham days,” the star captioned the post.

“I’m proud to have taken part in the @better_world_fund initiatives alongside Susan here at the #VeniceFilmFestival," he continued, referencing the nonprofit organization, which aims to "raise awareness and funds to promote humanitarian action and sustainable development worldwide."

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Dressed up for the gala, the Horizon: An American Saga filmmaker sported a black suit while Sarandon matched in a long-sleeved black gown accessorized with a statement necklace and large black belt.

In the photo shared on Instagram, the two flashed grins on their faces as they sat next to each other. Placing her hand on his leg, the Thelma & Louise star looked relaxed as Costner placed his arm behind her.

Costner's Instagram update also included a throwback photo of the two longtime stars in a promotional image from Bull Durham. Sitting on a car, Sarandon placed her arm around Costner’s shoulders as he leaned back and held onto a baseball bat.

Written and directed by Ron Shelton, Bull Durham tells the story of veteran baseball catcher, Crash Davis (Costner), who is hired to coach Ebby Calvin "Nuke" LaLoosh (Tim Robbins) — a beginner in the sport. However, things take a turn when they both become linked to Annie Savoy (Sarandon), who is a groupie and a lover of baseball. 

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“Both are amazing ????????????,” one person commented on Costner's Instagram, while another added, “I love this! Bull Durham is my 2nd favorite Costner film!?? ??”

Sarandon also shared snaps of her and Costner's reunion at the gala, where she was the guest of honor.

“Such a honor to receive an award from this great organization @better_world_fund," she captioned the carousel of photos from the event. "And a double treat to spend time with the other honoree and my dear friend, @kevincostner Can’t wait to see the premiere of @horizonamericansaga 2 tomorrow ??.”

Costner commented on her post, writing, "Great seeing you."

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Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2, which was co-written and directed by and also stars Costner, will make its world premiere during the festival on Saturday, Sept. 7.

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