The Ones Who Got Away: The Most Iconic Actors and Films Never Awarded an Oscar.

The Academy Awards are a coveted achievement, yet some of the most iconic actors and films in history have never won an Oscar. These snubs have sparked debates and left fans questioning how the Academy could overlook such monumental talent.

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From legendary performances to groundbreaking films, here are some of the most iconic names and works that, shockingly, never received the Oscar they deserved.

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Widely regarded as one of the greatest directors of all time, Alfred Hitchcock never won an Academy Award for Best Director, despite his profound influence on cinema.

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Classics like Psycho (1960), Rear Window (1954), and North by Northwest (1959) redefined the thriller genre and set new standards for filmmaking.

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Hitchcock was nominated five times, but the Oscar always eluded him. His lack of a win remains one of the most glaring oversights in Oscar history.

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Peter O'Toole, one of Hollywood’s most revered actors, was nominated eight times for an Oscar but never won. His legendary performance in Lawrence of Arabia (1962) is often considered one of the greatest in film history.

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Despite his unmatched talent and unforgettable roles in films like The Lion in Winter (1968) and Becket (1964), O'Toole never took home an Academy Award.

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Greta Garbo was one of the biggest stars of the silent film era, and her performances in films like Camille (1936) and Grand Hotel (1932) continue to influence actors today. Despite her iconic status and undeniable talent, Garbo never won an Academy Award.

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