Canadians have received multiple nominations for the Actor Awards, recognizing outstanding performances in Hollywood films and television/streaming shows. The nominations were unveiled by Connor Storrie from “Heated Rivalry” and Janelle James from “Abbott Elementary.”
Noteworthy nominees include Seth Rogen and Catherine O’Hara, who are both up for outstanding leading roles in Apple TV’s “The Studio,” a project created by Rogen, a Vancouver native. Martin Short is also in the running for the leading actor category for his role in Hulu’s “Only Murders in the Building.”
Both “The Studio” and “Only Murders in the Building” are contenders for outstanding ensemble performances in a comedy series. The awards ceremony is scheduled to be live-streamed on Netflix from Los Angeles on March 1.
The film “One Battle After Another” is a frontrunner with a record seven nominations at the Actor Awards, previously known as the SAG Awards. The Paul Thomas Anderson-directed movie competes against other films like “Frankenstein,” “Hamnet,” “Marty Supreme,” and “Sinners” for outstanding cast performances in a motion picture.
The lead actors of “One Battle After Another,” including Leonardo DiCaprio, Timothée Chalamet, Michael B. Jordan, Ethan Hawke, and Jesse Plemons, are all nominated in individual acting categories. Chase Infiniti, who plays DiCaprio’s daughter, is a contender for best actress along with other talented performers.
The film also received nominations for supporting actors and actresses, making it a standout in this year’s awards season. Notably, no movie has garnered more than five nominations in the 31-year history of the SAG Awards.
“The Studio” leads in television and streaming series categories with five nominations, continuing its success from previous award ceremonies. The series also received nods for lead actors and actresses, solidifying its position as a top contender in the comedy genre.
In the drama category, “The White Lotus” secured the most nominations, including outstanding ensemble recognition. Other notable series like “The Diplomat,” “Landman,” “The Pitt,” and “Severance” are also in the running for top honors at the Actor Awards.
Overall, the nominations reflect a diverse range of talents in the entertainment industry, setting the stage for an exciting awards ceremony.