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Madden (2026)

Biographical picture, Sport, biographical film

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The film follows the life of American football coach and commentator John Madden and his involvement in the development of the Madden NFL video game series.

The story

Madden depicts the life of American football coach and commentator John Madden. The film explores his career and his significant involvement in the development of the Madden NFL video game series.

Full plot (contains spoilers)

Madden depicts the life of American football coach and commentator John Madden and his involvement in development of the Madden NFL video game series.

First release year
2026
Runtime (minutes)
110
Production countries
United States
Original languages
English
Directors
David O. Russell
Writers
Cambron Clark · writer; David O. Russell · writer
Cast and characters
Nicolas Cage · John Madden; Christian Bale · Al Davis; Kathryn Hahn · Virginia Fields Madden; John Mulaney · Trip Hawkins of Electronic Arts; Sienna Miller · Carol Sagal Davis; Joel Murray · Pat Summerall; Shane Gillis; Miles Burris · Phil Villapiano
Genres
biographical; sports; drama
Themes
sports; video games
Premise and plot tags
biographical; sports; video games
Production trivia
Will Ferrell was in early negotiations to star in the film as John Madden.; Principal photography began on April 24, 2025, in Atlanta.
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