Are these the breakout male stars of 2020?

Since his 2017 Academy Award nomination for Best Actor in 'Call Me by Your Name,' Timothée Chalamet has gone from strength to strength. 'Beautiful Boy' (2018) garnered him a Golden Globe nod for Best Supporting Actor, and all eyes are on his upcoming performance in 'The French Dispatch,' which stars Frances McDormand.

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His breakthrough role as Patrick Chandler in 'Manchester by the Sea' (2016) earned him a Best Supporting Actor nom at the Academy Awards. He followed that up with 2019's 'Boy Erased,' subsequently scoring a Golden Globe nom for Best Actor. Now 2020 sees him involved with Steven Soderbergh's 'Let Them All Talk.'

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He skyrocketed to fame after starring in 2018's 'Crazy Rich Asians.' 'A Simple Favor' followed that same year, with 2019's 'Last Christmas,' opposite Emilia Clarke, being his next big hit. Now 2020 will see Henry Golding playing the titular character in 'Snake Eyes.'

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Tom Holland -

Tom Holland is a lot more than just Spider-Man. He kicks off 2020 with several movies in post-production. If you can't wait, 2020 will also see him voice Jip in 'Dolittle,' opposite Robert Downey Jr.

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John David Washington -

Former football running back and son of Denzel Washington, John David Washington was part of the main cast of the HBO comedy-drama series 'Ballers.' He also picked up a Golden Globe nomination for his role in Spike Lee's 'BlacKkKlansman' (2018). In 2020, the films 'Tenet' and 'Born to Be Murdered' are in the works.

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Finn Wolfhard -

Canadian actor Finn Wolfhard's breakout performance was as Mike Wheeler on the Netflix series 'Stranger Things.' Horror movie 'The Turning' and 'Ghostbusters: Afterlife,' both due for release in 2020, see the teenager take starring roles.

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Ezra Miller -

Miller drew critical praise as the homicidal son of Tilda Swinton's character in 'We Need to Talk About Kevin' (2011) and as Patrick in 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' (2012). He's also a film franchise favorite, having played Credence Barebone in the 'Fantastic Beasts' films, as well as having portrayed the DC superhero Flash, who is now getting his own movie starring Miller.

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Anthony Ramos -

Anthony Ramos turned heads in 2015 with his dual roles as John Laurens and Philip Hamilton in the Broadway musical 'Hamilton.' He also played the role of Ramon in the 2018 remake of 'A Star Is Born,' and portrayed Mars Blackmon in Spike Lee's Netflix series 'She's Gotta Have it.' Look out for his starring role in the upcoming drama 'In the Heights.'

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With more than 50 roles—primarily in the world of TV—to his name, Magnussen can already be regarded as somewhat of a veteran. He enjoyed a supporting role in 2018's 'Game Night,' and played Prince Anders in the highly successful 'Aladdin' (2019). His film projects in 2020 include a role in the eagerly-anticipated Bond movie 'No Time to Die.'

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Stephan James -

The Canadian actor's role as Walter Cruz in the series 'Homecoming' led to a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actor. That said, he's best known for 2018's Oscar-nominated 'If Beale Street Could Talk.' In 2019, he appeared in '21 Bridges,' starring Chadwick Boseman.

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Noah Centineo -

In 2018-2019, we saw Noah Centineo rise up to become the "Internet's boyfriend." He first came to our attenion in Freeform's drama series 'The Fosters' in 2015. Netflix teen comedies followed before Centineo landed a role in 'Charlie's Angels' (2019). Lately it's been confirmed he'll be playing He-Man in the film 'Masters of the Universe.'

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Cole Sprouse -

Once starring with twin brother Dylan on 'The Suite Life of Zack & Cody' and its sequel 'The Suite Life on Deck,' Cole continues to dominate television as Jughead on 'Riverdale.' He also has several film appearances under his belt, including the romantic drama 'Five Feet Apart' (2019), which rocked the box office.

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Simu Liu -

Beloved by Canadian audiences for playing Jung on 'Kim's Convenience,' which will see its third season air in 2020, this year the Chinese-Canadian actor will also be filming as the titular character in Marvel Studio's 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.'

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Jaden Smith -

Son of actors Will and Jada Pinkett Smith, Jaden Smith is an actor, rapper, singer, and songwriter. He has appeared in several films, including a couple alongside his father. He's very focused on his music these days, and is also somewhat of a fashionista, having set up his own clothing/lifestyle brand called MSFTSrep.

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George MacKay -

Nominated for the BAFTA Rising Star Award in 2014, London-born George MacKay has since proved his worth in film, stage, and television. He won further accolades for his performance in the Sam Mendes WWI drama '1917.'

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Brian Tyree Henry -

Celebrated for his role as Paper Boi in the FX comedy-drama series 'Atlanta' and for his performances in 2018's 'Widows' and 'If Beale Street Could Talk,' Brian Tyree Henry is set to enjoy even greater exposure in 2020, with four films in post-production and a further two to be announced. And did we mention that he's already an Emmy and Tony Award nominee?

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Harris Dickinson -

So far best known for the 2017 film 'Beach Rats,' English actor Harris Dickinson is set to star in 'The King's Man,' due for release in September 2020, and 'The Souvenir Part II,' a sequel to 2019's 'The Souvenir,' slated for screening mid-2020.

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Kelvin Harrison Jr. -

Besides being a skilled musician, the actor has impressed in 'It Comes at Night' (2017) and 'Waves' (2019). He appears in no less than three films in 2020, including the much talked about 'The Trial of the Chicago 7.'

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Tom Burke -

Tom Burke turned in a great performance in 'The Souvenir' (2019), starring alongside Tilda Swinton. But 2020 could see the English actor hit the jackpot playing Orson Wells in David Fincher's 'Mank.'

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Tom Payne -

Well known for his recurring role as Paul "Jesus" Rovia in the hit TV series 'The Walking Dead,' English actor Tom Payne progressed to a lead role in the crime drama series 'Prodigal Son,' which is currently airing on Fox.

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Rhys Wakefield -

The Australian actor and director began his career on the popular Aussie soap 'Home and Away' before landing a role in season three of HBO's 'True Detective' (2019). He's currently appearing in Hulu's drama series 'Reprisal.'

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Glen Powell -

Solid performances over the past few years in dramas like 'Hidden Figures' (2016) and the romantic comedy 'Set it Up' (2018) have landed Glen Powell with what could well be a career defining role: an appearance in the Tom Cruise movie 'Top Gun: Maverick,' due for release in summer 2020.

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Bo Burnham -

A successful comedian, Bo Burnham doesn't actually have a whole bunch of acting experience. But his talent is undeniable: his first film as writer and director, 'Eighth Grade' (2018), garnered positive reviews. He plays Ryan in 'Promising Young Woman,' which is set to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival in late January 2020.

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Mehdi Dehbi -

Belgium actor and theater director Mehdi Dehbi is currently catching the attention of Netflix audiences with his leading role in 'Messiah.' He worked with Philip Seymour Hoffman on 2014's 'A Most Wanted Man,' the actor's last film before his untimely death in February of that year.

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Rob Morgan -

A familiar face on television and the big screen, Rob Morgan has played Turk Barrett in several Netflix series, most recently in 'Iron Fist.' One of his latest film roles is in the war drama 'Greyhound,' starring Tom Hanks and due for release in May 2020.

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Dali Benssalah -

Franco-Algerian actor Dali Benssalah came to prominence in The Blaze's video for 'Territory,' which won the Cannes Film Craft Grand Prix. Benssalah has a role in the upcoming Bond movie 'No Time to Die.'

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Troye Sivan -

Keep looking and listening to South African-born Australian singer, songwriter, actor, and YouTuber Troye Sivan in 2020. His acting credits include the critically acclaimed 'Boy Erased' (2018).

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Asante Blackk -

The youngest of the 2019 Emmy nominees (for his portrayal of Kevin Richardson in Netflix's 'When they See Us'), Blackk later landed a recurring role in NBC's 'This Is Us.'

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Noah Jupe -

Last year was a big one for Noah Jupe, who starred as Otis Lort in 'Honey Boy,' based on co-star and screenwriter Shia LaBeouf's childhood. Jupe also appeared in 'Ford v Ferrari,' and now in 2020 will return as Marcus Abbott in 'A Quiet Place: Part II.'

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Iain Armitage -

A child actor who's growing up fast, Iain Armitage is currently best known for his lead role in 'Young Sheldon,' a prequel to the sitcom 'The Big Bang Theory.' He also starred as Ziggy Chapman in 'Big Little Lies.' This year you'll hear him in 'Scoob!' as the voice of a young Shaggy Rogers.

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Timothée Chalamet -

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Lucas Hedges -

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Henry Golding -

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Tom Holland -

Tom Holland is a lot more than just Spider-Man. He kicks off 2020 with several movies in post-production. If you can't wait, 2020 will also see him voice Jip in 'Dolittle,' opposite Robert Downey Jr.

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John David Washington -

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Finn Wolfhard -

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Ezra Miller -

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Anthony Ramos -

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Billy Magnussen -

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Stephan James -

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Noah Centineo -

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Cole Sprouse -

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Simu Liu -

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Jaden Smith -

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George MacKay -

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Brian Tyree Henry -

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Harris Dickinson -

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Kelvin Harrison Jr. -

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Tom Burke -

Tom Burke turned in a great performance in 'The Souvenir' (2019), starring alongside Tilda Swinton. But 2020 could see the English actor hit the jackpot playing Orson Wells in David Fincher's 'Mank.'

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Tom Payne -

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Rhys Wakefield -

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Glen Powell -

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Bo Burnham -

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Mehdi Dehbi -

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Rob Morgan -

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Dali Benssalah -

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Troye Sivan -

Keep looking and listening to South African-born Australian singer, songwriter, actor, and YouTuber Troye Sivan in 2020. His acting credits include the critically acclaimed 'Boy Erased' (2018).

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Asante Blackk -

The youngest of the 2019 Emmy nominees (for his portrayal of Kevin Richardson in Netflix's 'When they See Us'), Blackk later landed a recurring role in NBC's 'This Is Us.'

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Noah Jupe -

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Are these the breakout male stars of 2020?

Look out for these showbiz talents over the next 12 months

06/01/20 | StarsInsider

CELEBRITY Rising stars

Who are the male celebrities hoping to catch a real break in 2020? Which actor is going to be even bigger over the next 12 months? There's always room at the top for unique and exceptional talent, so who's got what it takes to join the glittering A-list? Browse this gallery and take a look at the rising stars hoping to shine even brighter in 2020.