The nominees were announced today by Tracee Ellis Ross and Leslie Jordan during a live stream event of the virtual ceremony
Garfield essays the role of late playwright Jonathan Larson, who is perhaps best known for his musical Rent. The film traces the story of Larson’s foray into musical theatre.
Smith portrays Richard Williams, the father of tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams, who played a pivotal role in encouraging the duo’s talents.
The Tragedy of Macbeth explores director Joel Coen’s rendition of the famous Shakespearean tragedy. Washington stars as the troubled King Macbeth, whose ambition and greed ultimately drive him down a path of evil.
Directed by Jane Champion, the Western drama saw Cumberbatch essay the role of Phil Burbank, a harsh ranch owner whose displays of contempt find a new victim in the form of his brother’s new wife and her son.