The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences officially unveiled the 98th Academy Award nominations on Thursday, January 22, 2026, revealing a competitive and diverse slate of contenders for this year’s Oscars. The nominations set the stage for Hollywood’s most prestigious awards ceremony, scheduled to take place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
Historic Lead for Sinners
Leading the pack is Ryan Coogler’s musical horror film Sinners, which earned a record-breaking 16 nominations, surpassing the previous high of 14 held by All About Eve, Titanic, and La La Land. The film secured nods in major categories, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and several acting categories for stars Michael B. Jordan, Wunmi Mosaku, and Delroy Lindo.
Close behind is Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another, which received 13 nominations across key categories such as Best Picture, acting, directing, and screenplay. Other films with strong showings include Frankenstein, Marty Supreme, Hamnet, Sentimental Value, Bugonia, and Train Dreams.
Notable Nominations Across Categories
In addition to Best Picture contenders, the nomination list features high-profile actors in the Best Actor category, including Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ethan Hawke, Michael B. Jordan, and Wagner Moura. The Best Actress nominees include Jessie Buckley, Rose Byrne, Kate Hudson, Renate Reinsve, and Emma Stone.
The awards also reflect international cinema’s growing presence, with films from Brazil, Norway, Spain, and Tunisia represented among the Best International Feature entries.
Oscar's Ceremony Set for March
The 98th Academy Awards will be hosted by Conan O’Brien and broadcast live on ABC and streaming on Hulu, reaching audiences worldwide. As anticipation builds for the show, film fans and industry insiders alike are already discussing potential winners and historic moments in the making.
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