Nicolas Cage Reveals Near-Death Surfing Stunt Incident in Australia

Nicolas Cage revealed he had a near-death experience while training for and filming his latest movie, 'The Surfer,' which required him to perform challenging surfing stunts in Australia. Despite previous surfing experience, Cage described being repeatedly battered by waves and at one point becoming stuck in a riptide, which left him fearing for his life. He recounted how his surfboard was seen in the 'tombstone' position—an indicator of a dangerous situation—while he struggled to climb up his board’s leash and escape the water. The actor admitted that, now being a father to a young child, he is reconsidering whether to continue performing such risky stunts. The film itself has been well received, earning praise at its Cannes premiere and being described as a cult favorite in the making. Cage’s reflections highlight both the physical challenges of the role and his shifting priorities as he contemplates the future of his career.