Timothée Chalamet Believes Adam Sandler Deserved an Oscar for This Film

In a recent interview, Timothe Chalamet and Adam Sandler discussed each others film work, with Chalamet praising Sandler as one of our greats and suggesting that the Uncut Gems actor deserved an Academy Award.

Chalamet Hails Sandler as a Top-Tier Actor

During a Vanity Fair conversation, Chalamet reflected on Punch-Drunk Love, the 2002 romantic comedy starring Adam Sandler and Emily Watson. He described Sandlers performance as impactful, deeply moving, and essential viewing for actors of his generation.

Chalamet elaborated, noting that Sandlers commercial fame sometimes overshadows the subtlety and emotional depth of his performance. He highlighted the remarkable shift in tone that Sandler achieved in the role, praising its nuance and intensity.

While acknowledging that awards are not everything, Chalamet emphasized, In the context of all the comedic work you did, I thought, This guy is one of our greats. You should have a golden statue in your hand because you are one of the finest actors alive. His remarks were met with enthusiastic applause, and Sandler expressed his gratitude.

Upcoming Projects

Timothe Chalamet will star in Marty Supreme, set to release in theaters on Christmas Day, while Adam Sandlers latest film, Jay Kelly, will premiere on Netflix on December 5, 2025.

Author: Jackson Miller