Following a Golden Globe Win, Sebastian Stan Says He’s Grateful to the MCU

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At present, Sebastian Stan is experiencing great success in his career. In 2024, he released not just one but two films that gained significant praise from critics, with one of them even earning him a Golden Globe award just recently. Despite his current achievements, Stan never fails to reflect on his early days in the industry and appreciate the break he received when he secured a key role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

For approximately 15 years now, Stan has been embodying Bucky Barnes, famously known as the Winter Soldier, a character who started off as an ally and eventually became an adversary to Captain America. His significant role in the superhero series expanded notably with the final movies of the initial main phase. The young actor brilliantly brought Bucky’s enigma to life in every scene, keeping audiences guessing about the character’s true intentions. The air of mystery surrounding the Winter Soldier was maintained throughout all his appearances on screen, and it is likely that Stan’s performance played a crucial role in maintaining this intrigue.

According to Cinema Blend, Stan recently appeared as a guest on “Late Night with Seth Meyers.” During the show, he mainly discussed his role as Donald Trump on “The Apprentice,” one of his upcoming roles in 2024. However, the actor also disclosed some information about his return to the MCU in the 2025 film, “Thunderbolts.” In this movie, Stan will portray the leader of an antihero gang, a significant departure from his character during the “Avengers” era. Moreover, he expressed his gratitude towards the MCU for providing him with another chance to advance his career further.

It’s quite touching for me to say this, but I feel incredibly fortunate to have spent nearly 15 years with Marvel. They’ve been like a family to me, a group I see every year at Thanksgiving. This character has grown with me and the actor I am today, almost like having a brother. Their support means everything, and I believe they’ve helped me take risks that I might not have dared otherwise. So yes, I feel incredibly lucky.

Does Sebastian Stan Have a Shot at an Oscar?

In 2024, the actor’s notable film release was “A Different Man,” a psychological thriller directed by Aaron Schimberg, which earned him a Golden Globe in the Best Actor – Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy category. There’s a lot of speculation about the upcoming 2025 Academy Awards nominations, but there’s talk that Stan might be nominated for Best Actor. He certainly has a chance, but the competition is fierce.

As a dedicated cinephile, I must admit that this year’s competition is shaping up to be quite intense. Adrien Brody’s powerful portrayal in “The Brutalist” certainly catches the eye, alongside Timothée Chalamet’s performance in “A Complete Unknown”. Not to be outshone, Ralph Fiennes’ role in “Conclave” is also a force to be reckoned with. However, Stan’s odds might just tip in his favor. His exceptional acting in “The Apprentice” was not only recognized at the Golden Globes but has been widely praised as arguably superior to his performance in “A Different Man”.

The challenge lies in the fact that the show, The Apprentice, revolves around the contentious personality of Donald Trump. Consequently, acting awards might not be presented to an actor for portraying such a polarizing individual, regardless of his current role as President.

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2025-01-13 22:02