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The prestige pivot: Why the Oscars keep snubbing ‘popcorn actors’

Actors known for blockbuster films face Oscar nomination challenges due to prior images, limited theatrical runs, and competition despite festival acclaim and strong reviews, experts say.

From Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Smashing Machine to Adam Sandler in Uncut Gems and luminaries such as Robin Williams and Kate Hudson, why do ‘popcorn actors’ struggle to gain ground at The Oscars?

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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in Sydney, Australia on Friday, January 30, 2026.
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