Ryan Coogler Makes Actor Awards History With ‘Sinners’ as First Person to Direct Two Cast Ensemble Winners

Ryan Coogler just made history. At the 32nd Actor Awards (formerly the SAG Awards), Warner Bros.’ vampire period drama “Sinners” won best cast ensemble.

2 Mar, 03:26 — 2 Mar, 05:04

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The Actor Awards (formerly SAG Awards) are highly regarded in Hollywood, particularly for their "Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture" category, as they are voted on by peers in the acting profession. For a director to helm two films that win this specific ensemble award is an unprecedented achievement, underscoring their exceptional ability to guide actors and cultivate strong, cohesive cast performances. This milestone solidifies Ryan Coogler's standing as a director celebrated for his work with actors and ensemble casts.

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Ryan CooglerDirector SinnersAward-winning film Actor AwardsAward ceremony Warner Bros.Film studio

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