Overview
Timelines
Overview and main events
Production and Directing Ventures
Cult Following and Versatility
Mainstream Success and Franchise Films
Personal Life and Relationships
Career Beginnings
Critical Success and Action Star
Voice Acting and Animated Films
Financial Challenges and IRS Issues
Diverse Roles and Critical Recognition
Early Life and Family
Chronicle
Articles
Nicolas Cage. Overview and main events
Overview and main events
Nicolas Cage, born Nicolas Kim Coppola on January 7, 1964, is a renowned American actor and film producer. As a member of the illustrious Coppola family, Cage has carved out a distinctive career marked by versatility, critical acclaim, and a wide range of film genres. Here is a timeline of his significant milestones and achievements.
January 7, 1964
Birth
Nicolas Kim Coppola, later known as Nicolas Cage, was born in Long Beach, California, to August Coppola and Joy Vogelsang. He is the nephew of the celebrated film director Francis Ford Coppola.
1981
Acting Debut
Cage made his acting debut in a television pilot, marking the beginning of his career in the entertainment industry.
1982-1983
Early Film Roles
Cage appeared in films such as "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" (1982) and "Valley Girl" (1983), as well as in his uncle Francis Ford Coppola's "Rumble Fish" (1983) and "The Cotton Club" (1984). These roles helped establish him in the film industry.
1987
Critical Success
Cage received critical acclaim for his roles in "Moonstruck" and "Raising Arizona", showcasing his versatility as an actor and gaining him a cult following.
1995
Academy Award
Cage won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of an alcoholic screenwriter in the drama "Leaving Las Vegas". This performance also earned him a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama.
1996-1997
Action Film Stardom
Cage starred in several successful action films, including "The Rock" (1996), "Con Air" (1997), and "Face/Off" (1997), solidifying his status as a mainstream action star.
2002
Oscar Nomination and Directorial Debut
Cage was nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe for his portrayal of Charlie and Donald Kaufman in "Adaptation". He also made his directorial debut with the film "Sonny".
2004-2007
National Treasure Series
Cage starred in the "National Treasure" film series, which became a significant commercial success and further cemented his status in mainstream cinema.
2018
Critical Recognition in Independent Films
Cage earned renewed critical acclaim for his roles in "Mandy" and "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse", demonstrating his continued versatility and talent.
2021
Acclaimed Performance in 'Pig'
Cage starred in the drama "Pig", which received critical praise and is noted as one of his favorite films he has made. This performance highlighted his ability to deliver powerful, nuanced roles.
2022
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage played a fictionalized version of himself in "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent", a film that showcased his ability to blend humor and heart, further solidifying his unique place in Hollywood.
