Cage's Minty Secret: Breath Freshness for Movie Dates

Oscar winner Nicolas Cage, 62, revealed his favorite movie theater candy is Junior Mints, during a New York Comic Con panel on October 10, 2026. Cage explained his choice stems from a practical desire to maintain fresh breath for dates when he was younger, balancing a "chocolate delicious taste" with kiss-readiness.

This personal anecdote segued into Cage's recollection of his very first job: selling concessions at a Los Angeles movie theater. He shared that this role was his "Plan A" before acting, with a backup plan involving writing short stories and traveling via boat. He recounted an incident where he quit his theater job abruptly after a customer blew smoke in his face, an action that upset his father who insisted he try to get rehired.