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Kevin's Gate

(slang, humorous, derogatory) The 1995 film Waterworld, known for its runaway production costs.

ˈkɛvɪnz ˈɡeɪtDocumented since 1980s1980sGen Xhistorical113 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026+ Add a definition
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#1·Apr 27, 2026

(slang, humorous, derogatory) The 1995 film Waterworld, known for its runaway production costs.

Origin: Blend of Kevin and ''Heaven's Gate, in reference to actor Kevin Costner and Heaven's Gate'' (1980), another film that failed to recoup its lavish budget. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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