Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions Acquire Nicolas Cage's 'The Surfer' for 2025 Release

The psychological thriller, which premiered at Cannes, features Cage in a gripping role as a father confronting local hostility at a childhood beach.

'The Surfer' received a six-minute standing ovation at its Cannes Film Festival premiere.
Directed by Lorcan Finnegan, the film explores themes of conflict and resilience.
The cast includes Julian McMahon, Nic Cassim, and Miranda Tapsell, among others.
Producers include Nicolas Cage, Leonora Darby, and James Harris.
The distribution deal was brokered by WME Independent, with North Five Six handling international sales.