Succession Star Matthew Macfadyen Explains How to Stand Out In a Stacked Ensemble

Youd have to be fearless to thrive in the fiery ensemble of HBOs hit drama Succession, which is probably why Matthew Macfadyen just earned his second Emmy nomination for doing just that. Actors can always find something to blame, he says. But it s actually just fear of committing and jumping in and doing the scene; saying the words, and looking the other person in the eyes, and playing the In this episode of In the Envelope: The Actors Podcast, Macfadyen breaks down how to be a breakout performer, even in a show thats all breakout performances. This episode is brought to you by HBO Max. Backstage has been the, 1 resource for actors and talentseekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstages podcast, features intimate, indepth conversations with todays most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. This is your guide to every aspect of acting, from voiceover and commercial work to casting directors, agents, and more. Full of both kno