In Cox’s opinion, Method acting in general “creates hostility” for the ensemble, which could have been solved if Strong had just grabbed a bong and chilled out a bit. Why is Cox so confident in this?

Brian Cox is speaking out (again) about Jeremy Strong’s method acting approach — this time, implying that it caused an even bigger negative impact on the “Succession” cast than initially believed.

Actor Jeremy Strong Shares His Thoughts On Rupert Murdoch's Succession Drama

Brian Cox and Jeremy Strong, co-stars on the critically acclaimed show Succession, have shared the screen in powerful roles. While Strong plays Cox’s on-screen son, the veteran actor has some thoughts on Strong’s method acting.

Jeremy Strong raised eyebrows with his commitment to method acting — and not all of his Succession costars were on board. The hit HBO series, which premiered in 2018, centers on a wealthy family as they fight for control of their father's company amid his declining health.

Brian Cox has openly criticised his former Succession co-star Jeremy Strong for his preference for method acting on set, calling it “f**king annoying” amongst other things over the years. And now, Cox is once again doubling down on those claims,

The Emmy winner praised Strong's performance while reiterating his issue with his onscreen son's immersive style: "It creates hostility."