Jeremy Strong Defends Method Acting, Says He Won’t Apologize for Making Co-Stars Uncomfortable

Actor Jeremy Strong told listeners of the New Yorker Radio Hour that he does not feel obliged to apologize for making co-stars uncomfortable with his method-acting techniques. He said his aim is to "commit utterly to serving the material" and that any discomfort is a personal reaction, not a deliberate attempt to interfere with others' work. "First, do no harm, right? But commit to what you’re doing, and utterly," he added.

Strong referenced criticism from his Succession co-star Brian Cox, who has expressed concern that Strong remains in character after filming ends. Cox described the behavior as "annoying" and said he worries about the personal toll such intensity can take. Strong replied that he respects Cox’s right to voice his opinion and is not planning to change his approach.

The actor is currently preparing to portray Mark Zuckerberg in the upcoming legal thriller "Social Reckoning," directed by Aaron Sorkin and scheduled for release on Oct. 9. He said his preparation involved an intensive study of Zuckerberg’s life, treating the process as an "investigative mission" that becomes second nature on set.