17 Oscar bait movies that failed to win the award

House of Gucci (2021), Diana (2013), Vice (2018)
House of Gucci (2021), Diana (2013), Vice (2018)

6. The Front Runner

The Front Runner (Image via Bron Studios)
The Front Runner (Image via Bron Studios)

With a budget of $25 million, The Front Runner had all the makings of Oscar bait: A political scandal, Hugh Jackman as Gary Hart, and a timely message. However, critics felt the storytelling lacked bite, leaving the drama as lukewarm as a forgotten cup of coffee. The film didn’t snag any Oscar nominations, though Jackman’s performance earned praise. Despite its cast, including Vera Farmiga and J.K. Simmons, it struggled to connect. Directed by Jason Reitman in 2018, the movie faded fast.

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Edited by Vinayak Chakravorty