Hollywood legend and Academy Award winner Nicolas Cage is in talks to join Season 5 of HBO’s True Detective, according to The Hollywood Reporter. This season will change locales to Jamaica Bay in New York, and while specifics of Cage’s role are under wraps, speculation is that he might don the badge of a lawman.
Once more, the creative torch will be carried forth by Issa Lopez, whose vision brought about not only the critical but also the commercial success of True Detective: Night Country. With Lopez returning as showrunner, the curtains are raised for yet another season full of tension and reflection.
Cage’s Earnings and Financial Journey
With a career spanning several decades, Cage’s finances have soared at times and plummeted at others. For 2025, his net worth is said to be around $40 million, which is considerably lower than the $150 million mark he once touched. In 2023, Cage himself stated that he owed over $6.3 million in unpaid taxes to the IRS, a reminder of the struggles even the most famous Hollywood stars may run into.
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In the prime of his career, Cage could command $20 million dollars per film. These days, he usually gets a paycheck of around $4 million for a project, yet insiders say he is happy to take a pay cut if he feels strongly for the material. His rumored role in True Detective is probably one such passion project.
A Legacy of True Detective Excellence
Since its inception, HBO’s True Detective has set the standard for anthology television. Each season has gained acclaim since its first with Mc Conaughey and Harrelson, followed with season 2 featuring Colin Farrell and season 3 led by Mahershala Ali. The most recent season, Night Country, was a hit for Jodie Foster and Kali Reis, while Foster earned the primetime Emmy for her performance.
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Francesca Orsi, HBO’s drama chief, assures an emotionally haunting arc for season 5, just like its predecessor. Production is set to start in 2026, with a possible airing in 2027.
Why Cage Could Be the Perfect Fit
In the wake of his wild career choice, Cage, known for total commitment to any role he undertakes, would bring an added layer of complexity onto the True Detective canvas. With his presence, global news would attach itself to an ever-stronger narrative, further backing HBO’s commitment to fostering undeniable star power along with substratum storytelling.
If confirmed, the casting of Nicolas Cage would be among the most thrilling TV developments in recent memory.
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