Oscar Isaac Once Said He Wanted the Freedom to Take on Any Role. ‘Beef’ Shows He’s Earned It

Apr 19, 2026 10:00am PT

Oscar Isaac Once Said He Wanted the Freedom to Take on Any Role. ‘Beef’ Shows He’s Earned It

The underappreciated Latino actor delivers an Emmy-worthy turn in Season 2 of Netflix's anthology series.

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I don’t think we appreciate Oscar Isaac enough.

That thought lingers while watching Season 2 of Netflix’s “Beef,” which arrives to positive reviews and, once again, widespread praise for its performances. It’s safe to say that creator Lee Sung Jin has built a knack for giving actors rich and layered material. But even within an ensemble primed for Emmy attention, Isaac stands apart.

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