KJ Apa Recalls Using Jimmy Stewart's Oscar While Filming Biopic
KJ Apa said he handled Jimmy Stewart's real Academy Award while making the biopic "Jimmy." The actor remembered the statuette as surprisingly heavy. The film is scheduled to open in theaters on November 6 through Fathom Entertainment.
The biopic Jimmy stars KJ Apa, known for Riverdale, as James Stewart. Aaron Burns directs the film, which aims to evoke Stewart’s Hollywood era and includes genuine period artifacts.
Apa said Stewart’s real Academy Award was used during filming and remembered it as unexpectedly heavy. Fathom Entertainment will release Jimmy in theaters on November 6.
The story may affect classic-film fans, awards followers, and younger viewers who know Apa from Riverdale. Using Stewart’s real Oscar could heighten curiosity about Hollywood history and preservation, while the November release may give theaters a niche cultural event. Its broader social impact is likely modest, though it could encourage intergenerational conversations about screen legends and the meaning of awards.