What to know about the actors nominated for the Academy Awards’ biggest acting prize, along with the Guardian’s reviews and interviews

• Full list of nominations
• Want more? Our guide to the best picture race

Ahead of the 2 March Oscars ceremony, the Guardian film looks at how the big contenders are shaping up in the race for glory. We sort through the nominees for the best actor Oscar, assessing each one’s chances and how you can watch or stream each film.