Ryan Reynolds has addressed the lack of recognition for comedic performances at the Academy Awards, calling it the "greatest injustice" in Oscars history.
Hollywood star Ryan Reynolds has pointed out what he believes to be one of the greatest injustices in Oscar history. As the road to the Academy Awards begins for many recent releases, there's growing speculation that *Deadpool* and *Wolverine*, following their immense success, might secure a nomination.
Despite often being overlooked by the Oscars, fans are rallying behind Ryan Reynolds and co-star Hugh Jackman, hoping they’ll receive recognition for their iconic portrayals of the main characters. Reynolds returned to his role as the quick-witted mercenary in a sequel that officially integrated him into the expansive Marvel Cinematic Universe, which paid homage to several other films originally produced by Fox Studios.
A box office sensation, the film soared to become the 12th highest-grossing film of all time, earning over $1.3 billion worldwide, according to the *Express*.
Some fans want to see Reynolds and Jackman pick up an Oscar ( Image: Getty Images)
As the dust settles on *Deadpool* and *Wolverine*'s financial success, speculation is growing about the film’s potential to earn more than just impressive box office numbers.
However, action comedies like *Deadpool* and *Wolverine* are typically not favored by the Academy, a point Ryan Reynolds did not hesitate to address when he publicly criticized the oversight. In a candid conversation on *Variety's Awards Circuit Podcast*, the charismatic Canadian actor delved deeper into the issue.
He passionately argued: "One of the greatest, most, greatest injustices is that Eddie Murphy doesn't have an Oscar for The Nutty Professor.
"The fact that he can sit at a table and be like 10 different people - that is singular and that is the king of talent that I don't think at our scientific journey of life we can understand."
The Nutty Professor, which hit the screens in 1996, was actually a remake of a Jerry Lewis film from 1963 bearing the same title.
In the film, Murphy showcased his versatility by playing seven different characters, including all members of the Klump family. Despite this being considered one of his career-defining performances, he didn't bag any awards for it, only receiving a Golden Globe nomination.
On the other hand, Tom Cruise received an Oscar nom for his role in Jerry Maguire, a comedy film of a completely different style. The Nutty Professor did, however, win an award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling at the 1997 Oscars.
Reynolds also touched on various other Oscar-related topics, including addressing the whispers about him potentially hosting the 2025 ceremony, possibly with Jackman by his side.
Sadly, due to their packed schedules, neither actor will be available next year, but the co-owner of Wrexham football club hasn't ruled out the possibility in the future.
The Nutty Professor was a commercial success in 1996 ( Image: (Image: Getty))
"It would be a dream to do it one day. But I'm writing a movie for myself, Hugh (Jackman) and Shawn (Levy) to do that is not Marvel. That's it."
He also shared his thoughts on some of the much-loved cameos in Deadpool and Wolverine, including Wesley Snipes reprising his role as Blade and Channing Tatum finally stepping into the shoes of Gambit.
"I honestly don't know what goes on behind closed doors in the bookkeeping sessions at Marvel, but I do know that they're obsessed with him (Tatum) in that role."
He further commented: "It's kind of like the same situation I went through. Once you show that it works well, that's really what they need. Sometimes they just need to see it in action.
"And Channing is so singular in how he plays that character, but also he's so beautiful physically, the way he moves and the way he can pick up steps."
Deadpool and Wolverine is streaming on Disney+ from November 12.