The Nicolas Cage Movie Character You Are Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Not many actors are willing to look ridiculous on-screen. Then again, not many actors are Nicolas Cage. Known for his Nouveau Shamanic bombast and raw, unrestrained approach, Cage is one of the most unique actors working today. And when you reflect back on his wildly impressive and prolific body of work, it becomes abundantly clear that this unrivaled thespian is much, much more than the memes would have you believe.

Indeed, Nic Cage's filmography covers a vast spectrum of human emotion, from tender-hearted loggers to idealistic witch hunters. For further proof of Cage's versatility, let us consult the zodiac, the celestial framework said to define 12 elemental personalities. Each zodiac sign is thought to have its own traits, desires, and outlook on life, governed (so it's said) by the position of celestial bodies at the moment of one's birth. So, whether you believe in astrology and want to see how Cage's filmography shakes down or you're looking for a breakdown of why Cage is one of the most engaging actors to grace the big screen, here's a look at which Nic Cage performance fits each sign in the zodiac.

Warning — some spoilers below.

Nic Cage has a tendency to get boxed into very similar roles. You know, where he can gnaw on scenery like it's a honey-baked ham and wild out for the cheap seats. It's always a huge treat when Cage is able to swing to the other side of the pendulum because his talents are so much more than wild-eyed teeth gnashing. And that takes us to our next sign in the zodiac.

Taurus is an earth sign represented by the bull, and like their celestial representative, Taureans enjoy serenity, stability, and slowness. And no Cage performance represents these ideals better than Robin in "Pig." The 2021 directorial debut of Michael Sarnoski tells of Robin's return to the Portland high-dining scene after his self-imposed exile into the remote woods of Oregon. Soft-spoken and gentle despite his hulking bushman appearance, Robin has devoted himself to truffle-hunting and the slow, dependable cookery that's gone out of vogue in the city. When his beloved truffle pig is kidnapped (well, pig-napped, if we're being specific), Robin is forced to revisit his old stomping grounds and reopen old wounds.

Taurus is an incredibly tactile sign that's grounded, quite literally, by the sensuality of touch and "real" things. And just like those born between April 20 and May 20, Robin finds fulfillment in genuine food made from a place of love rather than pretension. Like many a Taurus, Robin is stubborn as a bull and won't take "no" for an answer. He won't stop until he finds out what happened to his pig, even if it means going back to a world he swore to leave behind.

One of Nic Cage's most admirable qualities as an actor is his wanton embrace of big, unabashed emotions. He's more willing than most male actors to cry, scream, and go big or go home. Astrologically speaking, one sign has a well-earned reputation for being highly intuitive and sensitive: Cancer. And given that Cancer is ruled by the moon, a celestial body with keen maternal energies, one Nic Cage character stands out in particular. In Matthew Vaughn's 2010 superhero film, Cage plays Big Daddy, a former cop dead-set on taking down the mafia boss who ruined his life.

Cancers tend to be domestically inclined and care deeply about their families. And while shooting your daughter in the chest at point-blank range to get her used to bulletproof vests might not scream "caregiver," in Big Daddy's own way, turning his little girl into a deadly killer is a nurturing act. That said, those born between June 22 and July 22 can sometimes blur the line between care and control, a line Big Daddy certainly crosses in how he's chosen to militantly raise the pint-size, gun-toting Mindy. Like the crab that represents their sign, Cancers are shielded by hard, external shells and can come across as cold and distant. And considering that Big Daddy stalks the streets as an armored vigilante, the metaphor writes itself.

An infamously meme-worthy modern take on the 1973 classic of the same name, 2006's "The Wicker Man" is (and we mean this as a compliment) an absolute mess. And Virgo, let's be real, you love mess. Or at the very least, you seek it out, much like a connoisseur of cult classics finds themselves drawn towards this thoroughly unsubtle, unintentionally hilarious disasterpiece. "The Wicker Man" follows a policeman named Edward Malus (Cage), who finds himself whisked away to a remote island in search of his ex-fiancées daughter, Rowan. Cage arrives to find a matriarchal society of secretive pagans who don't take kindly to strangers.

Governed by Mercury, the messenger planet, order and clarity are wildly important to Virgos. Much like Officer Malus, Virgos need all the pieces of the puzzle to hang together neatly. Virgos are incredibly smart and resourceful, always striving to provide workable solutions to improve broken systems. And just as Virgos have a hard time wrapping their minds around imperfections and loose ends, Malus' determination to suss out what happened to Rowan leads him to poke around where he shouldn't. Virgos (like well-intentioned cops) are methodical, committed, and hardworking. They also don't know how to leave well enough alone when they're in over their heads with a sacrificial cult. Folks born between August 23 and September 22 loathe inefficiency. Which is all well and good, but Virgos, take Malus' frustration as a warning: If you're constantly banging your head against a brick wall, maybe it's time to take a seaplane and go home.

Just as Nic Cage tends to get pigeonholed for his gonzo performances, so too is Scorpio often stereotyped as an especially "intense" zodiac sign. And while it's true that the eighth sign in the zodiac has a reputation for being enigmatic (cagey if you will), they are, like Nic Cage, capable of fantastic sensitivity and depth. 

Enter "Mandy," the 2018 psychedelic action horror film directed by Panos Cosmatos. Cage plays Red Miller, a logger who's abandoned his violent past in exchange for a calm life in the Shadow Mountains. In the first half of the film (before his titular girlfriend is brutally murdered by a hippie cult), Red embodies Scorpio's softer side. He holds his cards close to his chest, speaking in soft whispers with a gentle expression and a light touch. Scorpios are incredibly loyal and passionate about their loved ones. And for Red, Mandy is his rock — a source not only of physical closeness but deep emotional intimacy.

But like Red, this water sign has a distinct, venomous sting. So when the predatory cult hurts the woman he loves, Red is quick to strike back. Those born between October 24 and November 21 are ruled by Pluto, the planet of transformation and destruction. They are, like Red, capable of life-altering change ... but they are also more than capable of lashing out on a warpath.

Sure, putting a recently released family man on a plane full of psychopaths and madmen might sound like a bad idea. But (luckily for the U.S. penal system) Cameron Poe has the spirit of a Capricorn, the "get'er done" sign of the zodiac. Unlike the other ego-driven passengers, Capricorns like Cameron Poe are pragmatic and thoroughly uninterested in being the center of attention. No showboating or gimmicks for humble Cameron, he just wants to reunite with his loved ones. These mass murderers and notorious creeps are no match for Cameron's steadfast determination to get home.

Like many Capricorns, Cameron Poe is all about discipline. And whether it's maintaining a relationship with his daughter from behind bars or derailing the mastermind plan of Cyrus "The Virus" Grissom, nothing can stand in the way of Poe's can-do attitude. Those born between December 22 and January 19 feel strongly about being the best at what they do. And while "being so good at fighting that you accidentally murder a man" isn't the best way to wind up in prison, it meant that a certified badass like Poe was in the right place at the right time.

Pisces is easily the most romantic sign in the zodiac. And no film in Nic Cage's filmography is more full of romance than "Moonstruck." Ronny Cammareri is a walking soap opera — a man burdened and defined by the pursuit of love. When we (and our heroine, Loretta) first meet Ronny, he's still reeling from an old heartbreak that weighs heavy on his shoulders. And once Loretta comes into his life, Ronny falls fast and hard.

Like those born between February 19 and March 20, Ronny feels things very strongly. He's furious and passionate, screaming ultimatums and lovelorn confessions like the operatic soloists he idolizes. While his artistic inclinations and exaggerated outlook on life certainly peg Ronny as a Pisces, it's his status as a hopeless romantic that seals the deal. Pisces has a tendency to get swept away by their enormous feelings. Luckily for Ronny, he's got Loretta (a Taurus) to keep him grounded in the material realm.