At the 2024 Oscars, legendary actor Kevin Costner praises the hilarious brilliance of John Mulaney

At the 2024 Oscars, Kevin Costner—the great actor most known for playing the iconic Ray Kinsella in “Field of Dreams”—could not conceal his happiness over John Mulaney’s humorous tribute to the movie. Costner was blown away by Mulaney’s brilliant joke, which she said while presenting the Best Sound award.

In an interview with PEOPLE, Costner acknowledged his love for John Mulaney’s comic genius, highlighting his clever interpretation of the movie’s storyline.Kevin Costner was so taken aback by John Mulaney’s comic mastery that he went back and rewatched the footage.

Kevin showered John with compliments, calling him a talented genius. Kevin even gave John a mention for his Field of Dreams-inspired comedy, which helped him steal the show during the Oscars’ hectic schedule.

Kevin Costner seemed like he was ready to give John Mulaney a hug or a high five for his outstanding performance. The comic mastermind was clearly enjoying his joke. Mulaney’s ingenious retelling of the classic movie’s story, which included a performance of the well-known phrase “If you build it, he will come,” struck a deep chord with Costner and demonstrated the movie’s lasting influence even after 35 years.

For those who are not aware with the magic of the movie, “Field of Dreams” follows Costner’s character, Ray Kinsella, as he travels after hearing voices that seem unidentified telling him to construct a baseball field in his cornfield. Mulaney’s humorous homage gave the well-loved story a fresh perspective and guaranteed that its legacy would last for many years.