In a recent interview with IGN, actor Tom Hardy shared his thoughts on the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' decision to introduce an Oscar for Stunt Design at the 2028 Academy Awards. Speaking ahead of the release of his new film, Havoc, Hardy expressed that while the introduction of the award is a step in the right direction, he believes that a single category might not be sufficient to fully honor the diverse elements of stunt work in cinema.
"One Oscar, it's a bit too little too late in some aspects. It's good, it's great and cup half full territory, but I think perhaps more is asked for," Hardy stated. He elaborated on the complexity of stunts, emphasizing that the term "Stunt Design" encompasses a wide range of skills and contributions. "It's not enough just stunt design because there are so many elements that go into stunts as a department," he said. Hardy highlighted the various aspects of stunt work, from design to execution, which includes horseback riding, car chases, high falls, fire stunts, fights, underwater sequences, and skydiving, among others.
Hardy stressed the dedication and risk involved in stunt work, noting that these professionals often go unrecognized despite their critical role in enhancing the thrill of film and television. "That entire universe of people is unsung, and they put a lot on the line for that physically, and they're largely unspoken, but they do really put the thrill into film and TV. I've got a lot of friends in that world, so yeah, I'd like to see some subcategories in there as well," he added.
Gareth Evans, the director of Havoc and known for his work on The Raid films, echoed Hardy's sentiments. "Subcategories would be nice," Evans remarked, though he emphasized that awards should not be the primary motivation for stunt professionals. "I don't think awards drive the craft. I think that's the wrong reason to do it. I think it's all about expressing yourself within the parameters of what the film is that you're making. I think it's about time that it got rewarded, about time that it had some recognition, and hard to understand why it wasn't from the get-go really."
The introduction of the Stunt Design Oscar, set to debut in 2028, marks a significant milestone after 100 years of the Academy Awards. However, fans won't have to wait that long to see Hardy's latest work. Havoc, featuring Hardy in action, will be available on Netflix starting this Friday, April 25th.
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