When word emerged last year that Nicholas Cage will take a break from making a nonstop string of movies to play John Madden in yet another movie, it was a curiosity.

The first look at Nic Cage as John Madden from the film about the football and video game legend reveals how much the actor will embody the late NFL icon.

John Madden was one of the most recognizable faces in the NFL for decades as a broadcaster and head coach, and now a famous actor will be portraying him in an upcoming movie. RELATED: Ranking the top 13 must-see games heading into 2025 season Legendary actor Nicolas Cage will play the lead role in 'Madden,