The Emmys and the Golden Globes took place last month, and the Oscars are now just around the corner. With nomination season underway, a new study has revealed which nations and US states produced this year’s most acclaimed actors.
We asked our friends at Spin Genie to analyze 2024’s nomination lists for the Oscars, Emmys, and Golden Globes to reveal the countries with the most nominated actors in the world.
Countries with the most nominated actors
| Rank | Country of nationality | Number of Nominees |
| 1 | United States | 111 |
| 2 | United Kingdom | 25 |
| 3 | Australia | 6 |
| 4 | Canada | 5 |
| 5 | Ireland | 3 |
1. United States
Number of Nominees: 111
Home to Hollywood and major film studios, the United States dominates the global acting scene, producing some of the most outstanding talents on the silver screen. America stands out with 111 actor nominations across major awards, including the Golden Globes, Emmys, and the Oscars.
Some of the most notable nominations include Robert Downey Jr. and Emma Stone, who have both won Golden Globes for their performances on the big screen. Both have also secured Oscar nominations, Robert Downey Jr. for his supporting role in ‘Oppenheimer’ and Emma Stone’s performance as an ‘Actress in a Leading Role’ in the comedy fantasy ‘Poor Things.’
2. United Kingdom
Number of Nominees: 25
The UK has the second most nominated actors, with 25 nominees in total in the Emmys, Golden Globes, and Oscars. From Carey Mulligan to Daniel Radcliffe, some several noteworthy actors and actresses are shaping the landscape of international film recognition.
‘Succession’ star Matthew Macfadyen received nominations from the Emmys and the Golden Globes, winning awards for his supporting role in both.
3. Australia
Number of Nominees: 6
Australia ranks third with six nominations across the three notable accolades. The country has produced remarkable talents, from everyone’s favourite ‘Barbie’ Margot Robbie, who received a nomination for ‘Best Performance by a Female Actor’ at the Golden Globes, to royalty’s finest, ‘The Crown’s’ Elizabeth Debicki, who won a Golden Globe and an Emmy nomination for her supporting role as Princess Diana in the popular series.
4. Canada
Number of Nominees: 5
Though falling short on today’s list, Canadian actors have done exceedingly well in the past and this year, Ryan Gosling landed a nomination for ‘Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role’ for his performance as Ken in ‘Barbie’.
Here are some Canadian-born actors who have been nominated for an Emmy, Golden Globe or an Oscar:
-Ryan Gosling. Nominated for an Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role for “Half Nelson” in 2006 and
for Best Actor in a Leading Role for “La La Land” in 2016.
-Elliot Page. Nominated for an Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role for “Juno” in 2007.
-Brendan Fraser. Won the Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role for “The Whale” in 2022.
-Brian Cox. Nominated for both Golden Globes and Emmys for his role in “Succession”.
-Kieran Culkin. Nominated for both Golden Globes and Emmys for his role in “Succession”.
-Jeremy Strong. Nominated for both Golden Globes and Emmys for his role in “Succession”.
Further research shows:
- Meryl Streep has received the all-time most Oscar nominations, with 17 nominations for Best Actress and 4 for Best Supporting Actress. The Sophie’s Choice and Devil Wears Prada actress has received a total of 21 nominations and has won 3 of them.
- California is the state with the most nominated actors, with 23 nominees. New York is just behind with a total of 16 nominees.
