Brian Cox Takes Another Shot at Jeremy Strong’s Method Acting on Succession

In the world of acting, the debate around method acting continues to spark strong opinions. Recently, Brian Cox, known for his role in HBO’s hit series Succession, has once again brought attention to this topic by criticizing his co-star Jeremy Strong’s approach to acting. While Cox, who has previously labeled Strong’s method as “bleeping annoying,” has softened his stance in a new interview, he still believes that letting go of method acting would enhance Strong’s performances. Cox praised Strong’s talent and ability as an actor but emphasized that the constant immersion in character could hinder collaboration within the ensemble cast. He expressed that when one actor remains in character all the time, it can create a strain and hostility among the team. Such insights have reignited the conversation about the balance between personal immersion in character and the collaborative nature of performing arts.