Nicolas Cage transforms into John Madden for new biopic

Nicolas Cage plays NFL legend John Madden in a new biopic directed by David O. Russell.

Co-star Kathryn Hahn, who plays Madden’s wife Virginia, said Cage wore prosthetics throughout production and seemed transformed beyond his appearance.

The film follows Madden from coaching the Oakland Raiders to helping create the Madden NFL video game series with Electronic Arts.

Madden also became a well-known American football broadcaster after retiring from coaching, and ended his broadcasting career in 2009.

Hahn said the story also explores challenges in the Maddens’ marriage and family life, making them more fully developed characters.

The film opens in select theaters on Wednesday and will be available on Prime Video on November 18.