10 Actors You Won’t Believe Don’t Have Oscars

10. John Goodman

10 Cloverfield Lane John Goodman
Paramount Pictures

As a character actor, John Goodman is the sort of unsung hero that deserves more praise for his consistent work. He seems to always show up in supporting roles of all sorts and never disappoints no matter the tone or genre. Ironically, it€™s this comedic nature and ability to stay in the background that may be exactly what€™s holding him back from actually winning.

If that's the case, his name is particularly relevant this year because of the absolutely engrossing performance he gave in the recently-released 10 Cloverfield Lane. Thanks to its genre, he certainly won€™t be nominated for an Oscar this time, but it sure reminded viewers of just how captivating and terrifying he can be, and what an all-around talent he is.

Goodman's been called America€™s greatest supporting actor and one of these days, he€™s going to star in the right Coen Brothers movie and finally gets the official recognition that he€™s earned.

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