The Madison: Cade’s Limp Came From One Painful Choice | Set Stories

Kevin Zegers takes us inside The Madison, sharing behind-the-scenes stories about working opposite Michelle Pfeiffer, filming in Montana’s remote landscapes, and the surprising techniques that shaped his performance. In this exclusive Collider interview, Zegers breaks down how collaboration and environment define the series. Zegers reflects on meeting Pfeiffer for the first time and how her grounded, work-first approach immediately set the tone: “We’re just peers… we need to help each other make this work.” He also reveals how filming far from civilization impacts the cast and crew, with long shooting days surrounded by untouched scenery that directly informs the show’s tone. Beyond the setting, Zegers shares unique production details—from the show’s minimalist “cold sauce” makeup process to the physical acting choice that defined his character, Cade. Using a rock in his boot to maintain a consistent limp, he explains how that decision evolved over two seasons. From intense horseback riding to a deeply committed crew, this The Madison behind-the-scenes interview highlights why the series feels so immersive and carefully crafted. 0:00 Introduction – Kevin Zegers on The Madison 1:05 Riding Horses & Filming Key Scenes 2:10 Working with Michelle Pfeiffer on Day One 3:30 Life on Set in Remote Montana 5:00 The “Cold Sauce” Hair & Makeup Trick 6:20 Cade’s Limp Origin Story (The Rock Method) 8:40 Why the Crew Elevates Every Scene Our Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/collider/ www.x.com/Collider Our Website https://www.collider.com Video By Michael Zimmermann & Trent B Minia For copyright matters, please contact us at: [email protected] #themadison #kevinzegers #collider