Nicolas Cage on Urban Legends About Him, Buying a Two-Headed Snake & Incredible Night Gambling

Nicolas talks about this being his first talk show appearance in 14 years, choosing his outfit for the show, living in Las Vegas, turning $20 into $20,000 in under 30 minutes while he was gambling in the Bahamas, buying a two-headed snake, having a pet crow, his new movie The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, the director Tom Gormican being obsessed with him, and Jimmy asks him whether some legendary Nicolas Cage myths are true or not.
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[@800Ms-k6n]

Whether he's in a good or bad movie, we can't deny that he's just relentlessly entertaining and fun to watch

[@Prave1987]

He is one of those actors we Will always love, and damn he is in one of my favorit action movies of all time The Rock 😎

[@g-paru7937]

While he will never be accused of being in the realm of Sir Lawrence Olivier(spelling?), I would agree with the gentleman that says he is undoubtedly ENTERTAINING!!

[@eddiejoewalt7746]

it funny how conan o brien make fun of him!

[@Fenerbahceli-uk5ud]

Legend cage

[@Fenerbahceli-uk5ud]

Best actor he is

[@klhonestguide6937]

This interview should be an hour long and still not enough.

[@villehytonen7279]

Agree. 14 minutes at first looked like a long interview but then it was over way too soon.

[@diosmios186]

Nicholas Cage on Joe Rogan just watch

[@baldGUYYY]

That's why he made a movie about himself, that's the gift to us!

[@jabbasnutsack]

Best comment.

[@loonylaura85]

I'd watch that & I'm not even a proper fan of him. 😊

[@AndorranStairway]

I like how to promote his movie he doesn’t even need to talk about the movie, since talking about himself is technically the movie

[@deborahrose8621]

Well Said!

[@annie-zw9yl]

I love him

[@joaquinwaters1810]

Possibly Kimmel’s best interview ever. What a legend. No wonder Jimmy wants him back every week, Cage is clearly so much more interesting than the Internet would have you believe.

[@christinanavarre8389]

A fantastic interview would be Nic Cage & Johnny Depp. Reunite them as Nic was responsible for Johnny's acting to begin with. That would be a show!

[@Wood-In-My-Eye]

I think that’s about 65% of everyone you read about. I believe they are a lot better in person and not in character. It’s kinda like that aunt or uncle that your parents don’t like. Yet you love them and they are amazing to you!

[@smileysatanson3404]

i bet if he could he would be there every week

[@Endtimescoming]

So does the internet have something against Nicholas Cage...I mean he did have a string of years of some pretty....mediocre movies but he had a lot of great ones before that and hes made the one they were talking about here and Renfield since that I know of both very fun movies. I heard once he got himself into some financial trouble and thats why he was just churning out ....stuff for so long. No idea if thats true or not but I guess I had no idea the internet didnt like him.

[@abrielrobertsson4160]

This guy is probably the most genuine celebrity I've seen and heard. He's uniquely him and doesn't try to be anyone else.

[@SupernaturalWB]

Yes is eccentric but does come across extremely likeable & not guarded. I think in some ways Nic Cage may be a genius

[@jrock5830]

There are a few guys, Keanu Reeves…wait I’ve run out. You are right.

[@archangel9524]

@@jrock5830 I had a pleasure of working with him on UWOMT and he is truly a legend. Great guy, he often ate his lunch with the rest of the crew which is unusual for stars his caliber.

[@Mendo25]

@@jrock5830 jeff goldblum! Watch his interviews with Conan, they are great and sooo funny!

[@jerkchickenblog]

you think celebrities are trying to be other people? how many do you know?

[@Alexanderbuilds2001]

This is possibly one of the best interviews I’ve ever watched. There is nothing better than a great story teller.

[@nikolaipersad4098]

THIS. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@Rakhnanti]

Bot

[@YouTube-tied]

Dear Quentin Tarantino, PLEASE put this man in a movie.

[@florencespinelli2947]

It would be a blast.

[@codegeek-il5fm]

upvoted hoping Tarantino can see this comment.

[@musa5950]

@@codegeek-il5fm Tarantino watches KZbin, believe it or not. He talked about it in an episode of Pure Cinema Podcast.

[@zb3485]

@@codegeek-il5fm ahaha

[@kebabacus]

Playing Tim Roth's brother

[@barbaraoneill7384]

I met Mr Cage on multiple occasions in Las Vegas at the PetSmart that I worked at and he was so humbled, what a great guy and yes he is a tall man lol. I helped him out to his I believe it was a Cadillac wagon multiple times when he bought dog food for his Rottweiler I believe the breed was at the time and noticed he loved wearing big rings on his hands. When Mr Cage came into PetSmart, he acted like any old Joe not some hey I'm here kind of superstar stud that usually walks through the doors. What a nice down-to-earth guy he was not to mention what a huge fan I have been of his all my life and just loved this new movie of his. Keep up the good work Nick Cage, you're like a bottle of fine wine that just keeps getting better.

[@The_Sigma_Male69]

Cool

[@Werewolf0216]

I was in New Orleans in summer 2009, eating at an outdoor cafe in the French Quarter, when Cage came by to eat too (with his wife and son). A live band was playing and he bought the band's CDs and gave them out to some of the tables dining as well as paid for their meals. Also posed for photos with anyone asking. Very gracious guy.

[@DanHarkless_Halloween_YTPs_etc]

Nice! That's a lot more interesting than my story, where he and Patricia Arquette, apparently on a date, dipped into the audience for the planetarium show at the Griffith Park Observatory (entering some time after the lights had gone dark, and leaving before they came back up). I guess the common thread in both is that Nic doesn't comport himself like an untouchable movie star.

[@aylinyilmaz4031]

I would’ve died of a heart attack. There’s something about him that I just love. I can’t imagine any other person would make me as star struck.

[@henrypicklevitz8870]

ah nice , this is when he was filming the movie 'Bad Lieutenant by Werzer Herzog right ?

[@Werewolf0216]

The film was released in 2009, but was filmed in 2008. Cage lived in New Orleans since 2007, I think, when he bought the supposedly haunted LaLaurie mansion.

[@user-jv8vt5se9w]

what a wonderful story💖💖💖

[@GetOutsideYourself]

What makes this man so great is his self-awareness. He actually knows how crazy he is and embraces it.

[@randomupdates4013]

Then is it truly crazy or just knowingly eccentric?

[@thegulch1780]

​@@randomupdates4013 contrived

[@brucew565]

He isn't crazy you dimwit. Keep your pseudo psychology with you

[@perrodetokio]

@@randomupdates4013 I would say eccentric, not crazy.

[@jimkeller998]

He's in on his own joke. We should all be like this.

[@williammccollom6847]

I swear this dude is from another planet lol. Only he would wear a silver suit and absolutely crush it. How could you not love Nick Cage? The man is a legend in many ways

[@nintendokings]

He’s a classic example of being hated for a while (despite being simply...unique), and now he’s back in fashion and loved more than ever

[@jl.7739]

I don’t think he was hated but people definitely saw (see) him as a joke. Fortunately that seems to go away these days. It seems like he paid off the taxman since he’s in a bunch of great smaller, weird movies now. I highly recommend Mandy.

[@jujumama]

You mean because of being unique.. not despite of.. despite of implies being unique would be the reason theyd love him

[@martin_chip]

@@jl.7739 every time some famous actor gets in trouble for tax or goes bankrupt or has money problems is because of their managers, and i hate that....same thing with Johnny Depp his manager scammed him.... god bless Nicolas and god bless Johnny and f those managers

[@jvr6809]

Him and Adam sandler

[@lightup6751]

Nobody hated him. It was teenagers and kids blindly following memes. You are sadly also misunderstanding. The memes were originally about his unique acting style, not about him being a bad actor. He is an academy award winner. He was nominated for another. He made The Rock, Face Off, Raising Arizona, Con Air, Leaving Las Vegas and Lord of War the timeless classics they are today. Great actor. Unfortunately victim of a minority manipulated by memes

[@Joonzi]

The media has portrayed him so negatively over the past years, I thought he lost it.. but watching him today, he’s as witty and charming as ever. It really makes me happy to see this. 💙

[@Mediados]

Unfortunately he just has the reputation to be in often mediocre or cheap movies, but there is absolutely nothing to complain about with his acting. Sometimes he's laying it on a bit thick but still.

[@arthurcurry2003]

You just watched a genuine movie star. They are not around much these days. All the people filming themselves these days have made them go underground.

[@bigpoppapump3982]

Me too

[@no1nestandsalone387]

@@Mediados it’s bcuz that’s all he could get at the time. I think the man would probably take what he could get for money if he was desperate.

[@andreamartinez6929]

Hes absolutely amazing.

[@mwj9433]

This man is nothing short of incredible, dare I say- he's a...national treasure......I'll see myself out

[@hansepo3228]

International treasure.

[@RayPosada]

😂😂

[@Zeishiki]

With the way he's been portrayed lately, I'm just glad he wasn't Crood.... I'll follow you out...

[@Moskoe83]

Thanks...and don't even think about coming back.

[@SJT.IN.KC85]

Got me! Nice mic drop

[@alejolopera]

What A GREAT GUEST .... willing to answer those questions despite being him, his fame and all that..... I´ve seen younger stars who haven´t done half of what Nick has done and look more pretentious

[@willymaze368]

Oh,, and stay away from downtown on the 18th. Things are gonna get a little " "smoggy"

[@pellelindbergh4455]

he look like he left the set of FACE/off

[@viagray8098]

Made me literally laugh out loud, very true. He’s genuinely a breath of fresh air today. lol

[@vb8428]

Well, it's these kind of crazy questions that probably made him no attend these interviews. You could see at some point he seemed a little on edge when looking at Jimmy.

[@aylinyilmaz4031]

Capricorn’s are very honest, direct people. He’s just being his hilarious, honest self. This interview made me so happy. I love you Nic!!!

[@jonathangold1681]

I don’t understand how people don’t like this guy. He’s a legend.

[@LordCommandor]

A true GOAT.

[@thegulch1780]

A legend in his own mind

[@nariellewithers]

@@thegulch1780and mine😂😂😂

[@ordinarryalien]

Never seen anyone who doesn't like him, at least on the internet.

[@lanalou77]

Truth

[@Missjunebugfreak]

Nicolas Cage is such a good storyteller. He could easily go on a tour just telling stories about his wild experiences.

[@nikolaipersad4098]

THIS!!

[@zingbadxx]

He should when he wants to retire from acting

[@CheesyNoodlez]

Absolutely. Like “An Evening With Kevin Smith”

[@DecimoHokage]

I can genuinely feel the joy just by listening him talk. He's also a living legend.

[@carriebizz]

I know I love his voice

[@323johnnybravo]

This man has unprecedented talent and charisma. So stoked to see him back on top.

[@orochimarupr981]

@Seek Him with all your heart and you will find Him When the time comes and is too late they will wish to listen to his word

[@1diagram]

The thing about Nick Cage is he is just so likable and fun to watch. Going to see him in a film is an opportunity to hang out with a really cool friend.

[@potatomania]

This interview could’ve gone for hours and I’d still watch it. Nic Cage is a national treasure.

[@EndureFlash]

Pun intended

[@aptcaptc3098]

I can eat a peach for hours

[@joj2994]

Jimmy is definitely a fan. Who wouldn't love Nic Cage?! This guy is amazing!

[@De13373r]

Fun fact: this is the most genuine I’ve ever seen ANY talk show host be about a movie. Jimmy saying the movie was hilarious was CLEARLY genuine, and I’m so happy it was for this movie. Well deserved.

[@jackiesburgersandfries4604]

Amogus

[@abdirisakawes6544]

Yeah 👍

[@andresxcore1]

fun fact: fun fact:

[@mocheen4837]

I love Nick Cage movies.

[@blue-calla]

Nicolas Cage is fascinating. The way he talks, what he says… just everything about him. I can watch him talk for hours.

[@debbiedoodiedandi]

Jimmy's the perfect guy to interview him after such a long time. What a fun interview

[@jannetteberends8730]

Just thought the same, Jimmy let him shine. I think it’s because Jimmy put himself in the background somehow.

[@Lex_nyc]

Imagine if this were Jimmy Fallon instead. Goodness, what a waste it would have been. Kimmel asked great questions and he let the man speak without ever interrupting him.

[@mrtaco9340]

Cage, Johnny Depp, Keanu Reeves, Brad Pitt, etc. All actors who started with indies/dramas and made it big in the 90s-00s. There's something special about that generation

[@cortezmauricio702]

Especially depp keanu and cage

[@kingpayan8925]

It’s almost like the last batch of being a movie star

[@Lilianjade]

@@kingpayan8925 completely, yes . Their generation of actors were the last of the golden ages of Hollywood .

[@user-ux1vj9vx7s]

@@Lilianjade I don’t think you know what years the golden age of Hollywood were.

[@kingpayan8925]

@@Lilianjade not really golden age but being the classic movie star of being “cool” in their ray bans and mysterious. Now we know so much about that lifestyle and it’s readily available on social media instantly in real time it lost the “mysterious/cool factor” if that makes sense.

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

Dang, Nic Cage is so down to earth....its funny you don't see that because he literally NEVER does talk shows. He's got charisma for days, no question.

[@thesymphonyset]

totally!

[@waybove]

what part of anything he said sounded down to earth to you? yes he's nice but I don't think down to earth is the right way to describe Nick Cage

[@blazerfan2328]

@@waybove I agree with you. A talk show is not the place to tell if a celebrity is down to earth. They’re actors and are still performing for an audience and trying to look good on camera.

[@nitish.anand99]

You know a better way to put it might be.. "Dang, Nic Cage is so... Nic Cage..."

[@TheRipeTomatoFarms]

@@waybove because he has no illusions or pretense. He's kind, self deprecating, and self aware. You know, the actual DEFINITION of the phrase. Eccentricities aside, he can still possess "down to earth" qualities FYI

[@abhishekranjan8386]

He is one of the few genius that we had right now on this entire earth. He is the reason why I started watching movies, his movies such as Con Air, Face off, Leaving Vagas, Bad Leutinent, national treasure are the living example of his range, craft, passion and intelligence, such a humble guy, true legend and a sincere student of Cinema, I hope Tarentiono and Cage would team up for a movie, since they both share the similar passion and devotion for Movies.

[@grandcanyon-fu9zt]

I loved Face Off , he's not a bad actor ,just the scripts were bad.

[@FedSmoker64]

Face off is a horrible movie

[@PHIre156]

And don't forget raising Arizona & wild at heart

[@anthonybaker7433]

Sh,it I absolutely loved the movie the wicker man,that movie was crazy and interesting

[@jomontanee]

Con Air makes him a MEGA STAR!!

[@charley15z]

This might be the most entertaining interview Jimmy Kimmel has ever done.

[@CapnBlood]

I watched it twice : )

[@mattbowers9717]

I was just thinking the same

[@pamelamathis6515]

That is saying a lot. I find Kimmel 's interviews the best on late night TV. No matter who is interviewing, even people I don't particularly like.

[@rigsby1454]

Like a throwback to those old chat show interviews. He seems utterly at ease with himself

[@sgtpepper1138]

@@pamelamathis6515 agreed.

[@conorfurlong]

Without question, one of the greatest celebrity interviews of all time. People will be watching this interview 50 years from now. Legendary!

[@wesstrawn7832]

Calm down

[@conorfurlong]

@@wesstrawn7832 no! 🥳🥳🥳🥳🤪🤪🤪🏄‍♂️🏄‍♂️🏄‍♂️🏄‍♂️🏆🏆🎪🎖🎖🎖🏅🏅🥁🥁🥁🥁🎨🎨🎭🎭🎭🏊🏊🏊🏑🏑🏑🎱🍜🍜🍜🍖🍖🍖🍟🍟☃️☃️☃️🦫🦫🐁🐁🐁🪱🪱🙊🙊🙊🐒🐸🐼🐼👨‍❤️‍👨💑🧖🧖🧖🧖🧖🧜‍♀️🧚‍♂️🧚‍♂️🧚‍♂️🧚‍♂️🧚‍♂️🤴🤴🤴🤴🤴🏖🏝🏜🎢🎡🗼🌋🌋🌋🌋🌋🌋⛱⛱⛱

[@keithhaggard323]

Nicolas Cage is one fascinating character . What a great interview.

[@rabbit251]

14 years since being on a talk show. Talk about getting canceled.

[@aren1998]

Yes he's still got it

[@thunderhorse6666]

So glad this man is finally getting his due! One of the best actors and hardest working in the industry and not to mention one helluva dude. Try and find someone that ever said anything negative about him...I dare you (AND THE IRS DOESN'T COUNT)

[@astralshore]

Nick Cage is just awesome. I’m so glad he’s back in the spotlight with a critically acclaimed movie. A living legend.

[@PM2024-]

I used to work at a restaurant in San Francisco in the mid-late 90s where Nick was a regular. Sometimes he came in with his pals. Sometimes he came in with Patricia and the kids. He was always cool, laidback and tipped damn well. Legit dude 👍🏼

[@squirrelgray945]

What celebs are like when the cameras aren't on them are the true story.

[@DanieltheTruebadour]

Good on him. No surprise that he tips well. He has a generous spirit, and the bucks to accompany it. I'm a pauper, except when it comes to tipping. My tip baseline is 20%, minimum; I know how hard wait persons work, and how poorly they're paid. Be like me 'n Nick. Be generous. An extra few quarters won't break the bank, and these working folk will appreciate you.

[@alexfaye8799]

It's so nice to see Cage enjoying himself again. And he's looking good. He's gotten into shape, got rid of that awful dyed beard. I hope he keeps this energy up.

[@steve-uu6bb]

Agreed!

[@claimboxx]

His hair is badly dyed

[@cgill914]

Seriously, he looks amazing!

[@wjbt3]

His shiny suit 😙👌🏻 perfection!!

[@claimboxx]

@@cgill914 all I am saying is his hair dye job looks ridiculous. Other than that maybe he looks ok.

[@windronner1]

The thing I really enjoy about Nick is his insanely incredible ability to work his characters to the limits. Without taking himself so seriously. Cause plying Nick Cage is just too much fun!!! LoL

[@mandapanda1955]

I haven’t laughed this hard in a long time 😂 Didn’t realize how much i missed Nicholas Cage!! Fab interview, Jimmy!

[@jaym8094]

Chose to spell his acting name: Nicolas, his birth name is Nicholas.

[@2sense110]

Big up to Jimmy he's the one who makes the interview what it is he's the one steering the ship

[@narcolepticchihuahuaproduc1801]

Nick Cage is one of the best actors of all time. When people say he’s “over the top” they’re really just saying that he is committed. He IS! The only time I’m ever “let down” by him is when a film franchise tries to reduce his “cageness”!!!

[@aylinyilmaz4031]

He is one of the greats, if not the greatest imo. I hate that he makes so many low rated movies, it has nothing to do with his acting.

[@catalinaoutfitters]

Agreed. And speaking of "Over the Top" he should totally remake that Sylvester Stallone 1980's opus. The world needs more arm wrestling divorce movies. 😍

[@wajj1842]

@@aylinyilmaz4031 I allows him to buy a two-headed snake for $100K.

[@H-Vox]

Legend. Roger Ebert said Cage should always be mentioned alongside the likes of De Niro, Nicholson and Pacino for how he pushes the envelope with the art of acting. Will never get tired of watching him no matter the film!

[@QuestionmarkTimes2]

@Vanghost and you're not ?

[@resulnaki]

@Vanghost must have learned from the best: you

[@redfoolable]

Nicholas Cage is one of the most talented and entertaining actors I’ve ever watched. I’ve been a big fan of his since I fell in love with the movie “The Rock” and have religiously watched all his movies since

[@christinanavarre8389]

I've loved Nic Cage since Peggy Sue Got Married in 1986 and still to this day adore him. Being an odd duck in a way is a good thing! Life would be so boring if we were all the same. So a fan for 36 years.....I'm 64. I have 2 favorite movies, 1st- City of Angels, 2nd Family Man.....however tied with those are Con Air and Face Off. Completely different movies....just love Nic.

[@nariellewithers]

@@christinanavarre8389Valley Girl got me and it was Nick for life after that lol lol I forgot about Peggy Sue got married… Going to have to go on a stream hunt

[@PerrySkyePhoenix]

For me it was "Valley Girl"

[@DonCorleone87]

Cage has ALWAYS been such a fascinating and interesting person… I’m stoked he’s back in the limelight, super nostalgic

[@michellerene951]

Same!

[@waelyoussef3500]

Nicolas Cage is the definition of life in all its aspects, wildness and calmness, sadness and happiness, ups and downs, fantasy and reality ... What a great human being.

[@napalmdelinfierno5]

Nic is pure inspirational ,

[@AmrYousseff]

ya 3am o3od ba2a

[@waelyoussef3500]

@@AmrYousseff ru7 7dar fast and furious w nem

[@napalmdelinfierno5]

@@AmrYousseff Abarajame la bañera

[@jondeak]

Nic Cage is the true definition of a Movie Star. Can’t wait to see his new movie and future movies! Oh and put him in the next National Treasure Film or it’s gonna flop!!!

[@nitish.anand99]

Yeah about that.. He said in an AMA the next National Treasure is not gonna happen because they wanted to make it into a series. P.S. I guess we will never know what was on page 47 after all.

[@Fenerbahceli-uk5ud]

What an actor he was

[@aaronjmet]

Don't forget to watch his last 100 movies straight to DVD releases lol

[@800Ms-k6n]

National Treasure without Nicolas Cage is like a flashlight without a battery. No Nicolas Cage, no National Treasure

[@thesanders5822]

@@aaronjmet at least hes consistent. Hey honestly its cool hes a hard worker n keeps us entertained. I loved Primal too that wasn't in theaters neither

[@Adriandz271]

This was such an unexpectedly awesome interview. Nick cage is an international treasure.

[@MetallicA7X92]

I like how honest Nic Cage is, just telling stories and being hinself 100%. A nice change in interviews like these where it's usually planned boring questions and/or marketing speak.

[@tarantulady]

He did an ama on Reddit recently, and he was super cool (as usual).

[@ireneonly]

This must be one of jimmys best guests ever! Not only a great actor but a fascinating person

[@PiCheZvara]

The interview ended just as Cage was getting into a groove. Seems like he's embraced his wackiness and the audience is laughing with him instead of at him. That's a big difference. Dude's had a wild life it seems and he still hustled and pulled it all together again. I'm happy he has a comeback, I always wished it would happen, because I think there's something there with him. BUT, he hustled long and hard. Hope he does realize he has earned respect of people by working so hard and doesn't waste it just on wacky stories and being turned into a "crazy uncle Nic" kind of celebrity. He deserves better.

[@lightup6751]

Its really sad how a tiny minority on the internet made a meme about him and deliberately spread constant jokes about a very talented actor ridiculing him until it seemed as “everyone” knew him from memes not his performances as a very gifted, special actor that rightfully won an oscar

[@dianapevtsov]

@@lightup6751

[@mli6976]

@@lightup6751 His catalogue reminds me of Christopher Lee, who was a legend but also liked taking random roles. I think his preference to overact and exaggerate first started the memes, but his PR has clearly turned it around. What a colorful guy, who is just earnest in being himself.

[@ruksanakabir46]

I never seen his interview in my 43 yrs life, I am stunned by this.. he is simply awesome and one of a kind

[@JoeBurgettMusic]

Seriously, Cage is a lot of things. But he’s also one hell of an entertainer. Must be tough, carrying around such massive talent.

[@GwaiZai]

Some say it's almost unbearable

[@rocklobster1968]

The weight of it all.

[@mahadbawany2641]

nice

[@squidcaps4308]

Cage is happy to be back, he just had one of the best Reddit AMAs ever, where he got sooo much love and admiration, and he was really just being himself, which is a devoted thespian, truly loving the art he is involved in making.

[@MurphyMosby]

when did he do a AMA? Can you send the link please? :)

[@Missjunebugfreak]

I loved his Reddit AMA. Such thoughtful and sincere answers compared to a lot of celebrities who can't be bothered to do that sort of thing. Cage deserves all the love he's been getting recently.

[@NoUploadJustComment]

One of the greatest actors of all time and a massively interesting person. He should do talk shows more often but definitely podcasts too. He has so many stories to tell I'm sure.

[@samiam619]

“Of all time”? Maybe of his generation. But all time? C’mon.

[@wearenottogetheranymore2658]

@@samiam619 ppl are crazy. He’s crazy not too good of a actor. He’s just crazy

[@andrejongh]

Initially I felt the same way, “he should do this more often”, but then maybe some of the magic and mystery would fade? Anyway, the guy is the best

[@dreia2405]

He's such a fascinating character, he makes movies so appealing with his acting performances.

[@AyeCarumba221]

I’ve been watching Cage for over 30 years. Reading peoples comments here, i had no idea that he was so loved by fans though. Not just for his work, but for who he is. I’m gonna go back and pay some better attention to him I think.

[@Genesis-ef1jt]

This had to be one of the most entertaining interviews I seen in a long time. I like nic cage movies, but I never knew just how fascinating of a person he is to listen to.

[@movieghostofficial]

Agree!

[@sdrebels13]

He’d be the ultimate dinner party guest. He can talk for hours on any subject and be entertaining

[@williamdillard5060]

Nic Cage is one of the greatest movie stars in cinematic history. I've seen him do hilarious work in "Raising Arizona". Action like "The Rock" and my favorite "National Treasure ". An amazing interview. Great job Jimmy.

[@ADavis-oq4et]

just went on nick cage interview binge. he's so funny! and intelligent. great actor

[@DanLemire]

That man is a gem. His honesty in rolls and in real life is not touched by anyone. Nobody could get away with that suit!

[@ZennExile]

or the sexual abuse...

[@onelifetolive4847]

No matter how many bad movies he’s been in, he’s lived an amazing life, and gave us some amazing movies.

[@ajpat9620]

Adaptation. starring him, Chris Cooper and Meryl Streep was one of the most unique and amazing movies featured on cinema.

[@MaximaMac]

There is no bad Nicolas cage movie lol he’s the best part of bad films

[@ajpat9620]

@@MaximaMac The wicker man bad movie remake comes to mind.

[@danielplainview4778]

Tons of terrible movies but tons of great movies too!

[@joshdale901]

@@MaximaMac couldn’t have said it better myself

[@luguy8347]

Totally interesting guy, fascinating. He’s like an old style Hollywood, super entertainer. I got to go back and watch his stuff again. New looks fantastic, too.

[@captaincarl1]

The real National Treasures were the Nic Cages we made along the way.

[@-Vitalis-]

Nicolas Cage do this same thing Anthony Hopkins does: they are always themselves in virtually all their movies. But for some weird reason, it works so damn well for both of them. And both have made movies in all genres.

[@keithramsey2505]

The guy oozes charisma. We need more of Nic Cage in Hollywood

[@ricardogarcia6510]

Nice to see Nicolas Cage in the spotlight again

[@emmapepperoni9972]

He's very eccentric but that's part of his charm. What a great and fascinating actor

[@jinsong6940]

The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent was amazing. Nicholas Cage always delivers on entertainment but this movie was a masterpiece in story telling.

[@spricket24]

❤ Being John Malkovich is another movie that uses a real actor playing a version of himself- that was released in 1999. I am excited to see Nicolas Cage's film - it looks hilarious

[@DanHarkless_Halloween_YTPs_etc]

I second that recommendation. And _This Is the End_ (2013) with Seth Rogen, James Franco, et al. is another hilariously well-done example of that.

[@rivertam7827]

Also Extras by Ricky Gervais has sooooo many actors playing versions of themselves.

[@kyriakoschrist]

Episodes with Matt LeBlanc

[@TheLablujan]

What about that movie with Jean Claude Van Damm ?

[@paulnistor3547]

@@TheLablujan True. Great one!

[@Day-Walker.]

I've missed Nicolas Cage and also Brandon Fraser, I'm glad both these guys are making a come back.

[@andrewjurkiewicz4393]

Brendan

[@thephoenix7090]

@Jedimaster420 havent seen him in a while so🤷‍♂

[@martymcfly5396]

What's Brandon Fraser doing these days?

[@no1nestandsalone387]

Yah sadly Brenden is railroaded by child support from his ex so it screws stuff up plus he’s blacklisted. I hope he gets roles again

[@bccooper2418]

@@martymcfly5396 he is in Doom Patrol and will be playing as Firefly in the new Batgirl movie.

[@ryanfriend1337]

What a fantastic interview where we actually learn about the person. I hope more interviews hit this level of fun and intrigue. Nicolas Cage is a National Treasure.

[@odiousmortem9896]

I like what you did there

[@ezralopez]

This!!! Well said

[@travelchic908]

Just watched this movie today.... if you're a 90s Nic Cage fan you will enjoy it. Very silly and lots of fun. Nice to see him having fun and not taking himself too seriously

[@deanthomas8158]

Nic should have his own show called "Other Celebrities Interview Nic Cage" like a regular talk show except its abt him every time. So cool....

[@user-jv8vt5se9w]

yeah lol am afraid most of it wouldn't be publishable 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@joliecide]

They could call it "Get in the Cage"

[@Schulz1362]

I've been a fan since seeing him in Raising Arizona. He's quirky, funny and presents himself to be a genuine person.

[@44kickinit]

Love that movie!

[@booshallmighty]

One of my all time favourite movies. For me his best film. He was made for that role. Loved his narration in the film too.

[@OtaBengaBokongo]

he called me the n-word In 2011 while I was working in a gas station

[@martacccc689]

A unique personality...I love him

[@psefti]

My son and I predicted he was going to be a star watching an unknown in Valley Girl

[@musicalexisvid]

Say what you want about Nick Cage being Nick Cage in every movie, but the reality is that it works because he's such a likable human.

[@j2rizzo]

What does that even mean? If you ask me he’s never nick cage in his movies.

[@musicalexisvid]

@@j2rizzo Sounds like you know what it means and this is just a rhetorical question. You don't have to agree, it's just something I've always heard people say about him. 🤷

[@j2rizzo]

@@musicalexisvid sorry that wasn’t directed at you. It was to all the people that say that. I’m an actor and am very passionate about these things. I ultimately don’t care.

[@musicalexisvid]

@@j2rizzo 😂 "I'm very passionate about these things" and "I ultimately don't care" in the same breath is too funny. So you're a comedic actor it seems. 😁

[@j2rizzo]

@@musicalexisvid I caught that contradiction too. How about this for real honesty? I’m one of those annoying online obsessed people that can’t resist but to share their opinion whether it’s warranted or not.

[@Aries.on.fire777]

I love Nicolas Cage. He is simply the best actor. He is extremely smart, well-intended and down to earth. We need more new movies with him!

[@mervunit]

He comes out with like 2 new movies every year at least

[@PapagenoMF]

He's not the best actor, lol. But he's above average.

[@Happyboymargarine]

Slow down

[@larsonfamilyhouse]

Did you watch him beat the life out those animatronics? My favorite is him as Seth Plate and Moonstruck

[@samuelbankston2108]

Love him but down to earth? He's a Coppola they don't live in the same earth

[@mam7470]

Nicolas Cage picked the perfect show to be a guest after 14 years of not being on tv and that's my favorite Jimmy Kimmel Live. My two idols Jimmy Kimmel and Nicolas Cage. What a night for me🤗❤️!!!

[@tripodthreefoot2268]

Beautiful interview, Nicolas Gage is so real and natural, the way he speaks freely, the way he sits and relaxed in the interview,. obviously a peoples person.

[@John_NYT]

what an absolute legend. had a huge smile on my face the whole video. nicolas cage emanates a level of charisma that is almost unmatched.

[@jimshmee]

Cage's facial expressions are hilarious. This guy is so expressive, what a treasure.

[@willhornsby7064]

A national treasure some would say

[@mzmuzo678]

@@willhornsby7064 thought we wouldn't notice, but we did

[@pooman2]

A national treasure some would say

[@jimshmee]

@@willhornsby7064 (;

[@dragondix]

Being a good dude makes him a badass! Natural charisma, great story teller, good heart. Legend!

[@dionnepayne5844]

Omg I love Nick Cage he is hands down one of the greatest actors of all time hands down even his bad movies are priceless .I like his quirkiness and he doesn't take himself to seriously.Rock on

[@donna919]

Hey

[@jaym8094]

Love Nic, love listening to the sound of his voice, that drawl he has, such a great talent, comedy and drama, awesome actor, great guy!

[@marilynenniss1261]

I've been loving Nicholas Cage as an actor for so many years.

[@vinceniederman]

Nice and I Can Picture Nicolas Voicing Shadow The Hedgehog in Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Besides Keanu Reeves!

[@Wico90YT]

Nic Cage and Keanu Reeves playing action star brothers would be amazing.

[@tk4c415]

good call

[@jessecandiver3391]

Surprised they've never worked together before.

[@lanalou77]

I can see it

[@beijingbrandon6220]

Absolutely love Nicolas Cage, one of the greatest actors to ever walk this earth, most humble and candor.

[@no1nestandsalone387]

I’ve seen better LOL. But he’s got charisma. 💁🏼‍♀️😂✌🏻

[@beijingbrandon6220]

@@no1nestandsalone387 ratiooooo

[@gm9075]

When Nick Cage had his house in Bath in the UK, a young lady dropped a note through his letterbox, asking if he would switch on the city's Christmas lights. He could have given a hundred excuses as to why he couldn't (or wouldn't) but he accepted the offer and performed the ceremony. He went down a storm...

[@whataloadofbollox]

this is the first time I read about him living in Bath, shame I didn't know at the time as I moved from Bath to Bristol in 2007 and Google says he was there circa 2009, I would definitely have gone had I been living in Bath at the time, saw The Queen (not the band) there a couple of times !

[@mauibuilder1239]

Nicholas Cage, super entertaining, light hearted, and fun to watch. Regardless of the quality of the script or plot, I enjoy watching him act. He was particularly funny as Bill Firpo in Trapped in Paradise with Dana Carvey and Jon Lovitz. 😂. Fun fact... he introduced Johnny Depp to acting.

[@vegasbrit9440]

It’s really great to see Nic Cage back on top of things and looking in such good form! He genuinely seems v.happy and entirely enthusiastic about current and future projects. Some call him a little weird, but that’s what we love about him; all of his stories and it makes him an interesting individual.

[@nicolascage9709]

Thanks

[@tylerhackner9731]

The world needs more Nic Cage

[@ZohaibAli-sq4sx]

Such an apt title for his movie, nick cage definitely has massive talent, he's one of a kind

[@Miles_305]

When Jimmy asked "can you please come back every week?" I felt that.

[@donna919]

Vietizy

[@Taycore9]

Nicholas Cage is interesting, and weird, and spontaneous. We need more of him.

[@Veldtian1]

He feels like a throwback to a distant era - and it was only 15-25 years ago.

[@earnold1896]

Why weird.

[@donna919]

Taylor

[@Chrisyt272]

Wow, this was fantastic. He seems so genuine, which is a rarity in Hollywood these days. Also, he seems to have led such an interesting life.

[@pest1l3nce]

I think even Nick underestimates how much star power he actually has.

[@JewellzScott]

I think u overestimate

[@seandougherty1234]

@@JewellzScott not really man. He's a rich successful hollywood staple whos become a bit of a meme. But even before then his uncle is one of the greatest directors in history. Nick cage has lots of pull and influence in the business

[@martacccc689]

He is Megalegend Superstar...nobody peaks him.nobody.just from a different planet

[@j09j08]

I love that he still has the Castor Troy smile. Ugh. ❤️

[@danielcasey9022]

Every time I watch one of his movies I can't stop thinking about how underrated he is or how unappreciated he is. The man is one of a kind. What a gem.

[@thomaschristopherwhite9043]

I love how the media keeps pretending this guy is crazy and every interview I've seen him in since I was a kid is just some cool dude talking.

[@travet1000]

I agree with your statement.

[@torranabkhar6397]

he's a lunatic

[@torranabkhar6397]

@ali akbar in an interview he even .mocked Allah (peace be upon him) and the poppet Muhammad (peace be upon him). brother

[@thomaschristopherwhite9043]

@ali akbar Dude, you wouldn't know someone was on acid if they bit you and gave you aids.

[@kellidinit3725]

In the medias defense, he was a little crazy for a while.

[@Skalamusa]

One of my best friends worked with him in a movie called “Primal” in 2019 in a secondary role. He said he was very serious and didn’t talked much between takes, but was very nice and courteous.

[@sodeiku]

@Robin Justice he's not method, he is Noveau Shamanic

[@hassanali39000]

He deserves a lifetime achievement award, because nobody has done as much movies as he has

[@monicavillarreal3902]

Your right. He does deserve it.

[@alexandrarendon5055]

He does. Can’t wait till that day to come.

[@anaperez5442]

Somebody please get this man a book deal! Those stories are pure gold.

[@Research_This62]

Nic Cage is a shinning gem. Even when he did continual indie roles he still remained relevant. Thank you everyone on the internet, this man deserves to stay at the top.

[@1224dlc]

I love how he gave his winnings of $20,000 to an orphanage! It shows how big his heart is! What a great man!

[@jakestroll6518]

Lady, you aint smart if you conclude that from one unverified talkshow story. How do you know it's not a one off act in a life of a selfishness? I like Cage but fangirls are stupid creatures

[@kickazz999]

This man exudes cool

[@nicolascage9709]

Thanks so much, I have learn to give more than to take

[@tarijordan8922]

Glad to see him back on top. He, like RDJ, have done their penance for the misbehavior in the past. He's huge here in Austin, and often stops by for Cage-themed events at the Drafthouse. Rock on, Nic!

[@KharisB.A]

What was Nick's misbehaviour?

[@jimlahey6938]

@@KharisB.A too much cocaine

[@Liam1H]

Loved this interview. Nicolas Cage is the realist of deals. Can't wait to see this movie!