4 Marvel Actors Set New Awards Trend Unseen in MCU Films Before Avengers: Endgame

Kathryn Hahn’s standout performance in Agatha All Along has earned her a place among a select group of Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) actors who are breaking an unexpected trend in award nominations during Marvel’s Multiverse Saga. Portraying Agatha Harkness, the original Salem witch, Hahn made her debut in WandaVision, where her immediate popularity prompted the development of a solo series, quickly becoming one of the MCU’s most acclaimed ventures.

This latest achievement highlights that some criticisms leveled at Marvel Studios throughout the Multiverse Saga may be unfounded. While the studio has faced scrutiny over its increased output and expansion into television via Disney+, numerous projects from the Multiverse Saga have outshone many from the Infinity Saga, leading to greater recognition for its actors. With Kathryn Hahn joining the ranks of three other esteemed MCU veterans, she enters an exclusive Golden Globe nominee circle.

Kathryn Hahn Amongst Esteemed Golden Globe Nominees

Actors Nominated for Their MCU Roles

On December 9, the nominations for the 82nd Golden Globe Awards were unveiled, confirming Kathryn Hahn’s nomination for her role in Agatha All Along. She is nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy, standing alongside three other actors recognized for their contributions to the MCU. In 2022, Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany received nominations for their performances in WandaVision, while Angela Bassett took home the Golden Globe for her portrayal in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever at the 2023 ceremony.

Angela Bassett marked a significant milestone as the first MCU actor to win a Golden Globe for her work in Black Panther. Kathryn Hahn now has the potential to follow in her groundbreaking footsteps. Notably, both Black Panther and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 were nominated for various Golden Globe categories, exemplifying the MCU’s ongoing strength. Collectively, Kathryn Hahn, Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Bettany, and Angela Bassett illustrate the continued prowess of the Multiverse Saga for Marvel Studios.

Exploring the Multiverse Saga’s Golden Globe Nominations

No Golden Globe Nominations for Infinity Saga Actors

Agatha All Along's coven on the Witches' Road in 70s clothes

Despite the criticisms that some projects from the Multiverse Saga have faced, the surge in prestigious nominations, including the Golden Globes, indicates a growing appreciation for Marvel’s recent offerings since Avengers: Endgame. Both WandaVision and Agatha All Along stand out as beloved and successful series, complemented by Angela Bassett’s exemplary performance in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Although the Multiverse Saga has its weaker entries, it has also produced some of the finest works in the MCU.

Golden Globe Nominated MCU Actor	Project	Year
Elizabeth Olsen	WandaVision	2021
Paul Bettany	WandaVision	2021
Angela Bassett	Black Panther: Wakanda Forever	2022
Kathryn Hahn	Agatha All Along	2024

Kathryn Hahn’s nomination for Agatha All Along serves as the sole Golden Globe nomination for the MCU this year, reaffirming widespread enthusiasm for the franchise. Furthermore, it underscores that the MCU continues to deliver some of the most impactful and celebrated performances in contemporary entertainment. Recognition of Hahn’s exceptional portrayal of Agatha Harkness signifies the MCU’s enduring appeal and growth.

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