McConaughey's 'The Rivals of Amziah King' wins Haugesund's Ray of Sunshine Award as film holds in US release

Matthew McConaughey's "The Rivals of Amziah King," directed by Andrew Patterson, won the Ray of Sunshine Award at the 54th Norwegian International Film Festival Haugesund on 27 August 2026, Variety reports. Jurors cited its "humor and warmth" with a special mention for editing. The film opened in US theatres on 21 August 2026, per 13News Now — a festival laurel landing in its second week.