Nicolas Cage's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Nicolas Cage.
Nicolas Cage, born Nicolas Kim Coppola, is a celebrated American actor and producer recognized for his versatility and eclectic film choices. He has garnered critical acclaim, including an Academy Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe, alongside BAFTA nominations. Cage's extensive filmography spans various genres, contributing to his significant cult following and reputation as a unique and compelling performer.
1987: Moonstruck, Raising Arizona
In 1987, Nicolas Cage gained critical success for his roles in "Moonstruck" and "Raising Arizona".
1987: Raising Arizona, Moonstruck
In 1987, Nicolas Cage starred in "Raising Arizona" and had his breakthrough role in "Moonstruck", earning a Golden Globe nomination.
1992: Honeymoon in Vegas, Saturday Night Live
In 1992, Nicolas Cage starred in "Honeymoon in Vegas", earning a Golden Globe nomination, and hosted Saturday Night Live.
1995: Kiss of Death, Leaving Las Vegas
In 1995, Nicolas Cage starred in "Kiss of Death" and "Leaving Las Vegas", winning the Academy Award and Golden Globe Award for Best Actor for the latter.
1995: Wins Academy Award for Best Actor
In 1995, Nicolas Cage won an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in the film Leaving Las Vegas.
1995: Academy Award for Leaving Las Vegas
In 1995, Nicolas Cage won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in the dramatic film "Leaving Las Vegas".
1998: Hollywood Walk of Fame Induction
In 1998, Nicolas Cage was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the film industry.
1998: Inducted into Hollywood Walk of Fame
In 1998, Nicolas Cage was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
May 2001: Awarded Honorary Doctorate
In May 2001, Nicolas Cage was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Fine Arts by California State University, Fullerton.
2002: Adaptation, Sonny
In 2002, Nicolas Cage was nominated for Oscar and Golden Globe awards for "Adaptation" and made his directorial debut with "Sonny".
2002: Nominated for Academy Award for Best Actor
In 2002, Nicolas Cage was nominated for a second Academy Award for his role in the film Adaptation.
2002: Oscar Nomination for Adaptation
In 2002, Nicolas Cage was nominated for an Oscar for playing twins Charlie and Donald Kaufman in the film "Adaptation".
2003: Sean Penn praises Nicolas Cage's work
In 2003, despite previous criticism, Sean Penn praised Nicolas Cage's performance in Matchstick Men as one of the best of the year in his speech after winning the Oscar for his performance in Mystic River.
2007: Empire Magazine's Top 100 Movie Stars
In 2007, Nicolas Cage was ranked No. 40 in Empire magazine's "The Top 100 Movie Stars of All Time" list.
2008: Premiere's 100 Most Powerful People in Hollywood
In 2008, Nicolas Cage was placed No. 37 in Premiere's "100 Most Powerful People in Hollywood".
2009: Appointed UN Ambassador for Global Justice
In 2009, Nicolas Cage was appointed as a UN ambassador for Global Justice.
May 5, 2011: Charges Dropped
On May 5, 2011, the New Orleans District Attorney announced that the charges against Nicolas Cage had been dropped.
November 2011: Sale of Action Comics #1 for Record Price
In November 2011, Nicolas Cage sold his Action Comics #1 in an online auction for a record-breaking $2.16 million to assist in paying off his tax liens and other debts.
2013: Re-appointed UN Ambassador for Global Justice
In 2013, Nicolas Cage was re-appointed as a UN ambassador for Global Justice.
September 7, 2019: Color Out of Space Premieres at Toronto International Film Festival
On September 7, 2019, Nicolas Cage was awarded for his role in "Color Out of Space" at the Toronto International Film Festival.
2021: Pig
In 2021, Nicolas Cage earned renewed critical recognition for his starring role in "Pig".
2022: Confirmation of Debt Payment and Selective Film Roles
By 2022, Nicolas Cage confirmed he had paid off his debts and intended to be more selective with his film roles.
2022: The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
In 2022, Nicolas Cage earned renewed critical recognition for his starring role in "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent".
2022: Empire Magazine's Greatest Actors of All Time
In 2022, Nicolas Cage was voted one of the 50 greatest actors of all time in a readers' poll by Empire magazine.
2023: Dream Scenario
In 2023, Nicolas Cage earned renewed critical recognition for his starring role in "Dream Scenario".
2024: Longlegs
In 2024, Nicolas Cage earned renewed critical recognition for his starring role in "Longlegs".
