It Just Got Easier to Watch Nicholas Cage’s Weirdest Movie of the 2020s (It’s His Highest Rated in 4 Years)

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Nicolas Cage has had a remarkable four-decade career in Hollywood, appearing in many well-known films across various genres. From action-packed roles like Castor Troy in *Face/Off* to adventurous characters like Benjamin Gates in the *National Treasure* movies, he’s become a major movie star. Recently, he delivered what many consider his strangest, yet most critically acclaimed, performance in a 2023 film from A24 – the studio behind popular and award-winning movies such as *Moonlight*, *Lady Bird*, *Uncut Gems*, and *Everything Everywhere All at Once*.

The 2023 film *Dream Scenario*, directed by Kristoffer Borgli and featuring Nicolas Cage, Julianne Nicholson, Michael Cera, and others, is a satirical comedy-drama. It became available to stream on Tubi on September 1st as part of the service’s fall lineup. The movie follows Paul Matthews, a quiet professor of evolutionary biology, whose ordinary life is disrupted when he unexpectedly begins appearing in the dreams of people around the world. As his dream appearances become unsettling, he has to deal with his sudden and strange fame.

Why You Should Watch Dream Scenario

There’s a lot to enjoy in *Dream Scenario*, and Nicolas Cage’s performance is the biggest reason why. While known for his bolder, more unusual characters, Cage delivers a surprisingly subtle and impressive performance as the ordinary Paul. By playing someone so unremarkable, he almost seems to be commenting on his own celebrity, and grounds the film with a nuanced portrayal that truly highlights his skill as an actor.

Overall, *Dream Scenario* is a really enjoyable, strange, and surprisingly deep movie that you’ll likely keep thinking about. With a clever and original idea, and strong direction from Borgli, it’s received high praise from critics – a 91% score on Rotten Tomatoes earned it a “Certified Fresh” rating and makes it one of Nicolas Cage’s best-reviewed films. While critics loved it, audiences gave it a 69% rating, with some feeling the ending wasn’t fully satisfying.

Other Must-Watch Movies Now On Tubi

Movie fans have plenty to enjoy on Tubi this month, including the film *Dream Scenario*. On September 1st, the streaming service added a wide variety of films to its September 2025 lineup, covering many different genres. Highlights include classics like *Call Me By Your Name*, *Pan’s Labyrinth*, *Scarface*, *Clueless*, *Mean Girls* (2004), and *Goodfellas*. With Halloween approaching, Tubi is also offering a selection of horror movies, such as *Crawl*, the 2013 remake of *Evil Dead*, *Halloween* (2018), and *I Know What You Did Last Summer*.

Tubi has announced what new movies and shows will be available in October 2025, giving fans plenty to anticipate. Next month, you’ll be able to stream titles like *The Day After Tomorrow*, *The Color Purple*, *Olympus Has Fallen*, *A League of Their Own*, *Jennifer’s Body*, and the first two *Legally Blonde* films.

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2025-09-21 22:15