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The 2025 Oscar nominations might finally see an MCU actor snag that Best Lead Actor gold. Robert Downey Jr and Benedict Cumberbatch, titans of their respective franchises (Iron Man and Doctor Strange) tried, failed. But this new breed of Marvel heroes are bringing the heat.
Seems Hollywood’s finally realizing these ain’t just comic book flicks anymore. Who knows, maybe this opens the door for some serious acting chops to shine outside the superhero suit.
Can Sebastian Stan finally break the MCU actor Oscar curse?
Sebastian Stanmight just pull off whatRobert Downey Jr.andBenedict Cumberbatchcouldn’t – an Oscar for Best Lead Actor. Yes,The Apprenticehas landed Stan in the 2025 Best Actor race, marking a Marvel alum’s bold leap into serious awards territory.
RDJ (Chaplin, 1992) and Cumberbatch (The Power of the Dog, 2021) both came close but fell short. That said, could Stan finally break the MCU actor curse in this category?
InThe Apprentice,Stan transforms into a young Donald Trump, charting his rise from real estate apprentice to ’80s mogul. Directed by Ali Abbasi, the film dives into Trump’s complicated ties with Roy Cohn, played with brutal brilliance by Jeremy Strong.
Cohn’s infamous motto,“Attack, attack, attack; admit nothing, deny everything; and always claim victory — never acknowledge defeat,”shapes Trump’s character,creating the firepower for a riveting performance.
Stan’s not just playing a figure everyone recognizes; he’s digging deeper. While Cohn teaches Trump the art of ruthless ambition, Stan shows the apprentice learning to outshine the master. It’s a nuanced portrayal, avoiding parody to explore vulnerability beneath the bravado.
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The Oscar buzz, though? Ah, it’s real.The Apprenticemight not be perfect, but Stan’s commitment is undeniable. With a standout year (he also impressed inA Different Man), Stan’s got momentum.
For now, the Academy voters have a choice: will Sebastian Stan’s blazing performance inThe Apprenticedo what RDJ and Cumberbatch couldn’t? Marvel fans and cinephiles alike are dying to find out.
Sebastian Stan ditches action for Oscar glory
Sebastian Stan might’ve had hispick of action-packed roles, but instead, he’srunning full speed toward the 2025 Oscars.
Known for playing Bucky Barnes in the MCU, he’s now shaking things up with two daring roles: inA Different Man, he plays a man with neurofibromatosis, and inThe Apprentice, hechannels a young Donald Trump. Talk about range.
WhileThe Apprenticescored bigger at the box office, critics gravitated towardA Different Man, where Stan takes a deeper dive into character, revealing vulnerability under the surface.
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But here’s the kicker: these performances might just undermine his awards chances. Stan’s not playing for empathy, folks; he’s digging into the void beneath the surface. Let’s hope thevoters embrace his fearless transformation.
The Apprenticeis available to watch on Apple TV & Amazon Prime Video.
Heena Singh
Editor | Former Senior Writer
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.
