Madden (film)
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| Directed by | David O. Russell |
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| Cinematography | Robert Richardson |
| Edited by | Alan Baumgarten |
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| Distributed by | Amazon MGM Studios (via Prime Video) |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Madden is an upcoming American biographical sports film co-produced and directed by David O. Russell, who co-wrote it based on an earlier version by Cambron Clark. It follows the life of American football coach and commentator John Madden, who is portrayed by Nicolas Cage. The cast also features Christian Bale, Kathryn Hahn, John Mulaney, Sienna Miller, and Shane Gillis.
Premise
Madden depicts the life of John Madden and his involvement in development of the Madden NFL video game series.
Cast
- Nicolas Cage as John Madden
- Christian Bale as Al Davis
- Kathryn Hahn as Virginia Madden, John's wife
- John Mulaney as Trip Hawkins
- Sienna Miller as Carol Davis, Al's wife
- Shane Gillis
- Joel Murray as Pat Summerall
Production
It was announced in May 2023 that Will Ferrell had entered early negotiations to star in the film as John Madden, with David O. Russell set to direct.[1]
However, in August, Nicolas Cage would be cast to play Madden.[2] In April 2025, Christian Bale was announced to portray Al Davis, while John Mulaney, Kathryn Hahn, and Sienna Miller were reported to be in talks to join the cast.[3] In May, Shane Gillis joined the cast.[4]
Principal photography began on April 24, 2025, in Atlanta.[5] In May 2025, several actors and crew members on the set of the film allegedly walked off after Russell used the "n-word", and also tried to insert it in the film's dialogue, then "belittled" other cast and crew members over objections to his use of the word.[6]
Release
Madden is scheduled to be released on Amazon Prime Video on November 26, 2026.[7]
References
- ^ Grobar, Matt (May 26, 2023). "Will Ferrell Circling John Madden Role In Amazon/MGM's Madden With David O. Russell On Board To Direct – The Dish". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 26, 2023.
- ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (August 15, 2024). "Amazon MGM Sets Nicolas Cage To Play John Madden In David O. Russell-Directed 'Madden'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- ^ Kroll, Justin; Fleming Jr., Mike (April 16, 2025). "John Mulaney, Kathryn Hahn And Sienna Miller Join David O. Russell's Next Film 'Madden': The Dish". Deadline Hollywood.
- ^ Fleming Jr., Mike (May 16, 2025). "Shane Gillis Joins Roster Of Amazon MGM's 'Madden;'Nicolas Cage Plays John Madden". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
- ^ Ho, Rodney (February 26, 2025). "Nicolas Cage coming to Atlanta to shoot Amazon biopic about John Madden". The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Retrieved April 10, 2025.
- ^ Johnson, G. Allen (May 21, 2025). "Tension on 'Madden' set as actor allegedly quits over racial slur and nude scene". San Francisco Chronicle. Retrieved May 22, 2025.
- ^ Evans, Jace (December 25, 2025). "Watch the teaser trailer for John Madden movie starring Nicolas Cage". USA Today. Retrieved December 26, 2025.