Who plays Lewis Strauss in Oppenheimer?

Lewis Strauss is played by Robert Downey Jr..

How is Lewis Strauss connected to other characters?

Lewis Strauss has 2 mapped relationships in Oppenheimer. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Lewis Strauss — Oppenheimer Character Profile

About Lewis Strauss

Former AEC Chairman whose Commerce Secretary nomination hearing exposes his orchestrated vendetta against Robert. His Senate confirmation vote fails, ending his political career.

Character Facts

Played by: Robert Downey Jr.
Appears in: Oppenheimer (2023)
Role: Supporting

Relationships (2)

Lewis Strauss — Conflict Political Rivals & Security Hearing Adversaries — J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy)
Lewis Strauss — Power Nominee & Confirmation Body — Senate Aide (Alden Ehrenreich)

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