Sebastian Stan cancels Actors on Actors after failing to find an actor to discuss 'The Apprentice'

Sebastian Stan reveals he couldn’t find an actor to join him on Actors on Actors, prompting his cancellation.

Sebastian Stan, known for his versatile roles in film and television, has withdrawn from Variety’s Actors on Actors series after he was unable to find another actor willing to discuss his latest film, The Apprentice. The announcement was made during the Los Angeles screening of the film on November 19, 2024, and quickly garnered attention across social media platforms.

Stan explained, “I couldn’t find another actor to do it with me, because they were too afraid to go and talk about this movie.” He expressed concern about how fear within the industry prevents open discussions on certain topics, noting, “If fear or discomfort prevents conversations, then we’re really going to have a problem.”

The Apprentice, which premiered on October 11, 2024, explores the rise of Donald Trump, with Stan portraying the controversial figure. The film also stars Jeremy Strong as Roy Cohn, Maria Bakalova as Ivana Trump, and Catherine McNally as Mary Anne Trump. The film has grossed $11.9 million globally, according to Box Office Mojo.

Social media reactions were mixed, with many fans supporting Stan’s decision, calling it “heartbreaking.” However, some users speculated whether the reluctance to discuss the film was driven by personal opinions on Trump, with comments about the movie being “propaganda” or “cheap political pulp.”