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Nicolas Cage, the beloved and hard-working star ofNational Treasureand other hit films, has a lot of movies coming out in the near future, but one of the most exciting projects Cage will be starring in isArcadian, a post-apocalyptic action thriller directed byBenjamin Brewer. The film’s release is still a long time away, so we have a while to wait for this one, but given the premise and the amount of talent involved, we’re already excited. Read on for everything we know so far aboutArcadian, including plot details, the exciting cast list, and more.
Does’Arcadian' Have a Premiere Date?
We don’t have a confirmed release date just yet, but the film has been in post-production since early 2023 so hopefully, we’ll get a release date soon. What we do know is that it is slated to come out sometime in 2024.
Where Can You Watch ‘Arcadian’?
Arcadianis expected to have a full theatrical release. So be sure to check with your local theaters for showings when it gets a bit closer to release. While the film is likely to move to streaming eventually we don’t have any information on which streamer will beArcadian’s online home just yet.
Is There a Trailer or Promotional Image for ‘Arcadian’?
WhileArcadian’s trailer isn’t out yet, thefirst official imagehas been released. They give us our first look at Nic Cage’s character Paul and his children who are played byJaeden MartellandMaxwell Jenkinsas they travel through a post-apocalyptic wasteland. We’ll be updating this section with all theArcadiantrailers as and when they’re released.
Who’s Making ‘Arcadian’?
Arcadianwill be director Benjamin Brewer’s feature directorial debut, but Brewer has already made a name for himself directing music videos and short films. His short film “A Folded Ocean” was a hit at Sundance and Brewer’s music video work includes hits like theSkrillex,Diplo, andJustin Beibercollaboration “Where Are Ü Now.” Brewer was also the lead visual effects artist for theOscar-winning hitEverything Everywhere All At Once. With that background, we’re expectingArcadianto be quite the visual tour de force.Michael Nilonis not only the writer forArcadianbut is also one of the producers. Nilon, who is also Nicolas Cage’s manager, has been involved in many of Cage’s films. He was a producer forThe Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent,Running with the Devil, andLeft Behind, among other projects. Nilon also wrote the story for theJason MomoafilmBraven.
Who’s In the Cast of ‘Arcadian’?
Arcadian’s biggest star is undoubtedly Nicolas Cage. The talented and ubiquitous actor has been in everything fromValley GirltoSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Known for hisunique acting choicesand willingness to play a wide variety of roles, Cage has become a Hollywood icon. His nuanced performance in 1995’sLeaving Las Vegaswon him an Oscar and his big acting choices when playing oppositeJohn TravoltainFace/Offmade the film the camp classic it is today. In 2023 alone, Cage is starring inThe Old Way,Renfield,Sympathy for the Devil, andThe Retirement Plan.
Cage’s young costars Jaeden Martell and Maxwell Jenkins bring a lot of talent and experience as well. Martell starred as Bill Denbrough inItandIt: Chapter Twoand as Jacob Thrombey inKnives Out. He also starred as Craig in the recent adaptation of Stephen King’s storyMister Harrigan’s Phone. Martell will also be in the upcomingY2K. Jenkins also has an impressive resume given his young age. He previously played Will Robinson in the 2018Lost in Spaceadaptation and played Jordan in the recent AppleTV+ seriesDear Edward. Jenkins also played the younger version of the title character in Prime Video’sReacherseries.Sadie Soverallhas also been confirmed to have a role inArcadian. Soverall previously played Beatrix inFate: The Winx Sagaand Maisy inLittle Bone Lodge. She will also be in the upcoming filmSaltburn.
What Is ‘Arcadian’ About?
Arcadianwas originally intended to be calledSand and Stones. While the title has changed since filming, the basic plot of the action-thriller has not. Nic Cage will play Paul, a man raising his teen sons, played by Martell and Jenkins, in apost-apocalyptic wasteland. The family huddles in a remote farmhouse and every night vicious creatures roam the planet, killing anything and anyone they find. A mistake by one of the sons leaves the family open to attack and destroys their fragile peace.
When and Where Did ‘Arcadian’ Film?
Arcadianwas filmed in Ireland. Scenes werereportedlyfilmed at Ardmore Studios as well as on location in Dublin. We’re looking forward to seeing the gorgeous Irish scenery on display. Filming started in fall of 2022 and was confirmed to have wrapped by early 2023 when the film moved into post-production.
More Films Like Arcadian That You Can Watch Now
A Quiet Place (2018)
The 2018John KrasinskifilmA Quiet Placealso featured a family eking out a precarious existence in a monster-infested wasteland. Krasinski,Emily Blunt,Millicent Simmonds, andNoah Jupeplay a family whose fluency in sign language gives them a huge advantage in a world where humans live in fear of monsters who hunt by sound. Well received by critics,A Quiet Placehas also spawned sequels, with aprequel set to hit theaters in spring 2024.
Watch on Paramount+
Bird Box (2018)
Another 2018 film,Bird Boxalso focused on a family,Sandra Bullockand two young children, who are trying to survive in a world where catching so much as a glimpse of the monsters leads almost immediately to death by suicide. To avoid seeing the monsters people must attempt to navigate their world without using their sense of sight.
Watch on Netflix
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
Knock at the Cabin, the latest outing fromM. Night Shyamalan, also focuses on family and the apocalypse.Jonathan GroffandBen Aldridgestar as Eric and Andrew, a happily married couple who are taking their daughter Wren on a family vacation. When a group of strangers knocks on their door and insists that the only thing that can stop the apocalypse is one of their deaths, things take a turn for the horrifying.
Watch on Prime Video
