‘Oppenheimer,’ Lily Gladstone, and Pedro Pascal Triumph at the 30th SAG Awards

The 30th Screen Actors Guild Awards ceremony, held at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles, turned into another shining moment for 'Oppenheimer' on February 24, 2024. Christopher Nolan's biographical drama nabbed the evening's highest honor for Outstanding Cast, while also securing individual accolades for Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr.

Rising Favor for 'Oppenheimer'

As the Academy Awards draw near, 'Oppenheimer' has been increasingly favored following its successes at the Golden Globes and BAFTA. The SAG Awards, often seen as a reliable Oscar predictor, has further boosted the film's awards season momentum.

First-Ever SAG Awards Live Stream on Netflix

The SAG Awards made history by streaming the event live on Netflix, marking a major departure from traditional broadcast and the first time a major Hollywood award show streamed exclusively on a digital platform.

Lily Gladstone's Historic Win

Lily Gladstone's win for Lead Actress in 'Killers of the Flower Moon' was perhaps the evening's most stirring moment, signaling a potential historic achievement for an Indigenous American at the upcoming Oscars.

Supporting Actor Accolades

Robert Downey Jr. expressed gratitude upon winning his first SAG Award for a film role, while Da'Vine Joy Randolph's win for 'The Holdovers' suggested strong contention for an Academy Award as well.

Netflix's Role as a Major Player

Netflix's acquisition of the SAG Awards broadcasting rights earlier in 2023 has further solidified the streaming giant's influence in the awards season landscape.

Pedro Pascal's Groundbreaking Victory

Pedro Pascal earned the SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series for 'The Last of Us,' becoming the first Latin American-born actor to earn this recognition.

Union Advocacy in the Streaming Age

Amidst industry changes brought by streaming, the ceremony followed a significant labor strike by SAG-AFTRA, emphasizing the unity and strength within the actor's union.

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