Following His Emmy Nod, Is Steven Yeun Teaming up With Jordan Peele For Yet Another Blockbuster?

Published 07/13/2023, 9:00 PM EDT

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In recent years, the landscape of Hollywood has undergone a gradual transformation, increasing efforts to embrace diversity and welcome talents from across the world. Among the actors leading this charge is the exceptionally talented Steven Yeun. Known for his breakout role as Glenn Rhee on the hit television series The Walking Dead, Yeun has since become a celebrated figure in the industry, showcasing his versatility and remarkable range as an actor.

Almost a decade after his breakthrough role, the Seoul native starred in Minari, the semi-autobiographical drama following a Korean Immigrant family chasing the American Dream in 1980s Arkansas. He not only earned critical acclaim but also became the first Asian-American actor to be nominated for Best Actor at Academy Awards, 2021.

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And now, just two years after the Oscar nod, he has once again landed himself a role in Oscar-winning director, Jordan Peele’s upcoming movie. Although we do not have many details about the project (we do not even know the title), Giant Freakin Robot confirmed that the Nope actor is once again cooking something delicious with the director.

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In Peele’s Nope, the Beef alum plays a theme Park owner called Ricky “Jupe” Park. Notably, these are not the only projects the two have worked on. Yeun also starred in the fourth episode of Peele’s The Twilight Zone. And now that the two have once again joined forces, it will certainly be a sight to behold.

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Meanwhile, Academy is not the only one who has recognized his talent.

Steven Yeun bagged an Emmy Nod for his Netflix miniseries Beef

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He certainly was breathtaking in Beef! Steven Yeun plays Danny Cho alongside Ali Wong’s Amy Lau as they play two people whose interaction in a road rage accident starts a series of thrilling experiences for them. Notably, just a few months after the debut of a nerve-jangling, synapse-zinging ride into madness on Netflix, both the actors bagged Emmy nominations for Best Actor and Actress in a Miniseries awards, respectively.

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Yeun’s exceptional talent, authenticity, and unwavering commitment to telling diverse stories have cemented his place as one of the most influential actors of his generation. With each role, Yeun continues to push boundaries and inspire aspiring actors from all backgrounds. As the industry continues to evolve, his impact will undoubtedly be felt for years to come, leaving a lasting legacy of change and representation.

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Are you excited about yet another thrilling performance in Peele’s upcoming gig? Do let us know in the comments below.

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Prithvi Shah

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Prithvi Shah is an entertainment writer at Netflix Junkie and has contributed over 650 articles. Having an English major, she has built expertise in journalistic writing, story writing, and reviewing. In her stint of over a year at NJ, Prithvi has developed a good understanding of putting forward a balanced and unbiased perspective without hurting the sentiments of millions of fans and readers across the globe.

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