The 98th Academy Awards are approaching this Sunday (March 15), and the competition for Best Actor is heating up with contenders including Timothée Chalamet, Michael B. Jordan, Wagner Moura, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Ethan Hawke. The Oscars category for Best Actor is currently seen as highly unpredictable, with no clear frontrunner. Michael B. Jordan recently scored a significant win at the SAG-AFTRA Actor Awards, shifting the odds in his favor over early favorite Timothée Chalamet.
Despite Chalamet’s early success at the Critics Choice Award and the Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy, the tides have turned with Jordan’s recent triumph. Wagner Moura also made a mark by winning the Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Drama, while Robert Aramayo surprised as the BAFTA winner for Leading Actor.
Presently, Michael B. Jordan has surged ahead as the favorite for the Best Actor award at the upcoming Oscars, following his success at the SAG-AFTRA Actor Awards. Fans and industry pundits are also leaning towards Jordan’s performance, citing his momentum and visibility during the awards season. While some still root for Chalamet, the general consensus points towards Jordan’s potential win based on recent industry trends and performances.
The anticipation continues to build as the Oscars draw near, and viewers eagerly await to see who will emerge victorious in the Best Actor category. UK audiences can catch the live broadcast of the 98th Academy Awards on ITV1 and ITVX, while Scottish viewers can tune in via STV and the STV Player.