Madden

Film fans and sports enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the Madden movie release date, which is scheduled for Wednesday, November 11, 2026 in the United States as a limited theatrical run. Categorized under the drama genre and history genre, this feature film captures an incredible journey through sports history. The official synopsis chronicles John Madden's incredible journey alongside best friend and true original Al Davis, highlighting their Super Bowl-winning partnership with the Raiders, his transition into becoming football’s most recognizable voice, and the creation of the worldwide Madden NFL video game.

The creative vision behind the project is led by director David O. Russell, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside writer Cambron Clark. The production features a talented main cast highlighted by Nicolas Cage as John Madden, Christian Bale as Al Davis, John Mulaney as Trip Hawkins, Kathryn Hahn as Virginia Madden, and Sienna Miller as Carol Davis, alongside supporting actors Shane Gillis, Sergio Duque, David Lengel, Shawn Alexander Thompson, and Hasani Vibez Comer. Behind the camera, the production benefits from the cinematography of Robert Richardson.

Brought to life by production companies Escape Artists, SMAC Entertainment, and Skydance Sports, the American film originates from the United States of America with English as its original language. The feature has a runtime of 1h 50m and carries an US age rating of R. As it moves through post-production, the project has already generated strong interest, reflecting a solid popularity score of 7.748 on TMDB under the IMDb ID tt24818230.

For audiences tracking distribution, the project has a confirmed worldwide platform status, with a digital release in the United States following on November 18, 2026. The narrative touches heavily upon key themes related to a video game, american football, and the legacy of an american football coach. Viewers should expect a compelling historical drama that explores the profound cultural impact and deep personal friendships behind some of the most influential figures in sports history.