Oscars 2025: Time to Call Adrien Brody 2-Time Oscar Winner?

It’s that time of the year again—awards season. The Golden Globes 2025 recently dropped with a myriad of glam, drama, and golden bling galore. Hollywood’s hyped for what’s next, but all eyes are on Adrien Brody.

Yep, the actor who broke us in The Pianist is back at it. Brody just snagged a Golden Globe for Best Actor in The Brutalist. The big question: could this be his shot at Oscar number two?

Adrien Brody in The Brutalist (Credits: Universal Pictures)

The competition’s is stiff this year—Timothée Chalamet and Ralph Fiennes are shining too. But Brody’s big win at the Golden Globes just gave him a major leg up. With Oscar season in full swing, he’s definitely one to watch.

Sure, Chalamet and Fiennes are breathing down his neck, but Brody is no rookie So, let’s break down how his Golden Globe win could lead him straight to another Oscar.

Adrien Brody’s Golden Globe win puts him in the lead for the Oscars

Adrien Brody in The Brutalist (Credits: Universal Pictures)

The Golden Globes are often seen as a warm-up to the Oscars. Some might downplay their impact, but history speaks for itself. The winner of Best Actor in a Drama at the Globes has nabbed the Oscar 10 out of the last 12 years.

This year, Adrien Brody snagged the Best Actor in a Drama award for The Brutalist at the 82nd Golden Globe ceremony. His performance outshone big names like Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown), Ralph Fiennes (Conclave), and Colman Domingo (Sing Sing).

Brody’s performance in The Brutalist is being hailed as one of his finest. The film’s heavy emotional weight is carried by Brody with both finesse and fervor. His skill in conveying profound feelings without many words makes him stand out, and critics are calling it a career-defining role.

Awards voters are backing that up. His Golden Globe win proves he’s got what it takes to rise above the competition. And with this momentum, the 51-year-old is in prime position for Oscar glory.

What a second Oscar would mean for Adrien Brody

Winning an Oscar is a dream for any actor. Winning two? That’s a whole different level of success. Adrien Brody has already achieved something extraordinary. He won the Academy Award for Best Actor at just 29 years old for his role in The Pianist.

Adrien Brody in The Pianist (Credits: BAC Films)

That made him the youngest actor ever to win in that category. That moment – complete with a heartfelt acceptance speech and a surprise kiss with Halle Berry—is still one of the most indelible in Oscars history.

But after that, Brody’s career took an intriguing turn. While he continued to work steadily, he didn’t land roles that brought him back to the Oscars stage. Now, over 20 years later, he’s in the running for his second Oscar.

If Brody pulls it off, he’ll join a very small and exclusive group of actors who have won multiple Academy Awards for Best Actor. The Brutalist gave Brody a role that feels like it was made for him. The movie dives into a deep, emotional story, and Brody’s performance is at its core.

He plays a character who’s both tough and vulnerable, and critics are calling it one of his best performances ever. Hollywood loves a solid comeback, and Brody’s serving one.

For years, he was just the actor from The Pianist, but now Brody is proving that he’s still got what it takes to be one of the greats. If Brody wins, it won’t just be a win for him—it’ll be a win for The Brutalist too. The film’s gaining traction during awards season, and a Best Actor win could give it even more shine.

Adrien Brody’s path to a second Academy Award faces intense competition

Timothée Chalamet in A Complete Unknown (Credits: Searchlight Pictures) and Ralph Fiennes in Conclave (Credits: Focus Features)

As exciting as Adrien Brody’s chances are, let’s not forget about his competition. Brody isn’t the only one eyeing the Oscar this year. The Best Actor race is stacked with talent, and two names stand out: Timothée Chalamet and Ralph Fiennes.

Chalamet’s turn as Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown has been all anyone can talk about. The Hollywood star captured Dylan’s mannerisms and quirks, leaving fans and critics in awe.

But the film has stirred some controversy—many feel the focus on Dylan’s romantic relationships distracts from his actual story. And this could hurt Chalamet’s chances, but there’s no question his performance is outstanding.

Then there’s Fiennes in Conclave. The camera stays on his face, and he completely owns the film with every expression. Plus, with the movie in the Best Picture race, his chances for that Best Actor Oscar only gets better.

So, where does that leave Brody? Right in the middle of a three-way race. Each actor has their own unique strength, and it’s still anyone’s win. Chalamet and Fiennes are tough competition, but Brody has some key advantages.

His comeback story is hard to ignore—voters love a good underdog tale. From young Oscar winner to seasoned pro, he’s an appealing pick. And his Golden Globe win also gives him a big boost (not to be underestimated). If Brody keeps this momentum, he could definitely pull ahead of the pack.

The Brutalist is still exclusively available in theaters!