Irish Oscar buzz: Cillian Murphy, Poor Things, and Andrew Scott are early contenders

For the second year in a row, it looks like there could be a strong contingent of Irish people nominated for Oscars and other big film awards. Esther McCarthy looks at some of those in contention 

Andrew Scott, Jessie Buckley and Cillian Murphy are all in Oscar contention

Following a record-breaking year in which Ireland had the most Oscar nominations ever, there’s lots more Irish interest emerging as awards season hots up following the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike.

As movie stars return to the red carpet for the first time in months, a clearer picture is emerging of the potential movers and shakers as the movie industry gears up to recognise the year’s most celebrated films.