Overview
- Nicolas Cage portrays John Madden in the first teaser, with coverage noting his dramatic physical transformation into the coach, broadcaster and video‑game icon.
- David O. Russell wrote and directs the film, which traces Madden from Raiders success to broadcasting prominence and the creation of the Madden NFL franchise.
- Christian Bale plays Raiders owner Al Davis, joined by John Mulaney as EA founder Trip Hawkins, Kathryn Hahn as Virginia Madden, Sienna Miller as Carol Davis and Shane Gillis in an undisclosed role.
- Amazon MGM set a Prime Video premiere for November 26, 2026, with outlets reporting that a theatrical rollout has not been announced.
- Some reports describe a production incident in which a supporting actor left set after Russell allegedly used a racial slur, a claim the studio has not confirmed.