Nicolas Cage Stars in Psychological Thriller 'The Surfer,' Set for May 2 Release

The film follows Cage as a man battling local hostility and his own sanity on the Australian beach of his childhood.

Nicolas Cage plays an unnamed protagonist in 'The Surfer,' a psychological thriller directed by Lorcan Finnegan and written by Thomas Martin.
The story centers on a man returning to his childhood Australian beach with his son, only to face resistance from locals who warn him, 'Don't live here, don't surf here.'
The film explores themes of conflict, isolation, and mental strain as Cage's character becomes embroiled in a turf war with the locals.
'The Surfer' premiered in the Midnight Screenings section at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival and currently holds an 88% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The film, described as a mix of thriller, comedy, and surrealism, is set for theatrical release on May 2, 2025, through Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions.