Get ready for a thrilling ride as we dive into the highly anticipated 2026 Oscar nominations! This year's ceremony promises to be a star-studded affair, with an impressive lineup of talented actors, filmmakers, and musicians vying for the prestigious Academy Awards.
Leading the pack is the critically acclaimed film "Sinners," which has shattered records with an impressive 16 nominations across various categories. From Best Picture to Best Director and Best Screenplay, this film has left a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike. But here's where it gets controversial: "Sinners" also received three acting nods, sparking debates about the fairness of such recognition.
Following closely behind is "One Battle After Another," which garnered an impressive 13 nominations. This film has certainly caught the attention of the Academy, and its success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of its cast and crew.
However, one notable absence from the nominations list is "Wicked: For Good," the highly anticipated sequel to the beloved musical film. Despite its predecessor's 10 nominations last year, this sequel failed to make the cut, leaving many fans disappointed. But fear not, as the talented Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, who brought Elphaba and Glinda to life, have received well-deserved Oscar nominations for their performances in the first film.
Now, let's shine a spotlight on some of the standout nominees. Jessie Buckley, known for her emotional and captivating performance as Agnes Shakespeare in "Hamnet," has rightfully earned a Best Actress nomination. Buckley's talent has been recognized with several accolades, including Golden Globe and Critics' Choice Award wins. This is her second Oscar nomination, solidifying her place among Hollywood's elite.
Ethan Hawke, a veteran actor with a long list of credits, has received his fifth Oscar nomination for his role as Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart in "Blue Moon." Hawke's impressive career, which includes previous acting nods for "Training Day" and "Boyhood," continues to impress and inspire.
Netflix's animated musical sensation, "KPop Demon Hunters," has also made waves, earning a nomination for Best Animated Film. The film's breakout song, "Golden," has captured the hearts of audiences and critics, solidifying its place in the spotlight.
Other notable nominees include Kate Hudson, who received a Best Actress nomination for her performance in the musical "Song Sung Blue," and Emma Stone, recognized for her role in "Bugonia." Rose Byrne, making her Broadway return this year in "Fallen Angels," has also been acknowledged for her performance in "If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You."
The 98th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. The ceremony will be televised live on ABC and broadcast to more than 200 territories worldwide, ensuring that audiences around the globe can witness this celebration of cinematic excellence.
So, mark your calendars and get ready for a night filled with glitz, glamour, and the recognition of exceptional talent in the film industry. The full list of nominees is available below, and we can't wait to see who takes home the coveted Oscars!
2026 Oscar Nominations:
Best Picture:
- "Bugonia"
- "F1"
- "Frankenstein"
- "Hamnet"
- "Marty Supreme"
- "One Battle After Another"
- "The Secret Agent"
- "Sentimental Value"
- "Sinners"
- "Train Dreams"
Best Actress:
- Jessie Buckley, "Hamnet"
- Rose Byrne, "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You"
- Kate Hudson, "Song Sung Blue"
- Renate Reinsve, "Sentimental Value"
- Emma Stone, "Bugonia"
Best Actor:
- Timothée Chalamet, "Marty Supreme"
- Leonardo DiCaprio, "One Battle After Another"
- Ethan Hawke, "Blue Moon"
- Michael B. Jordan, "Sinners"
- Wagner Moura, "The Secret Agent"
Best Supporting Actress:
- Elle Fanning, "Sentimental Value"
- Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, "Sentimental Value"
- Amy Madigan, "Weapons"
- Wunmi Mosaku, "Sinners"
- Teyana Taylor, "One Battle After Another"
Best Supporting Actor:
- Benicio del Toro, "One Battle After Another"
- Jacob Elordi, "Frankenstein"
- Delroy Lindo, "Sinners"
- Sean Penn, "One Battle After Another"
- Stellan Skarsgård, "Sentimental Value"
Best Original Song:
- "Dear Me," Diane Warren: Relentless
- "Golden," KPop Demon Hunters
- "I Lied to You," Sinners
- "Sweet Dreams of Joy," Viva Verdi!
- "Train Dreams," Train Dreams
Best Original Screenplay:
- "Blue Moon," Robert Kaplow
- "It Was Just an Accident," Jafar Panahi & Script Collaborators Nader Saïvar, Shadmehr Rastin, Mehdi Mahmoudian
- "Marty Supreme," Ronald Bronstein & Josh Safdie
- "Sentimental Value," Joachim Trier & Eskil Vogt
- "Sinners," Ryan Coogler
Best Adapted Screenplay:
- "Bugonia," Will Tracy
- "Frankenstein," Guillermo del Toro
- "Hamnet," Chloé Zhao & Maggie O’Farrell
- "One Battle After Another," Paul Thomas Anderson
- "Train Dreams," Clint Bentley & Greg Kwedar
Best Director:
- "Hamnet," Chloé Zhao
- "Marty Supreme," Josh Safdie
- "One Battle After Another," Paul Thomas Anderson
- "Sentimental Value," Joachim Trier
- "Sinners," Ryan Coogler
Best Original Score:
- "Bugonia," Jerskin Fendrix
- "Frankenstein," Alexandre Desplat
- "Hamnet," Max Richter
- "One Battle After Another," Jonny Greenwood
- "Sinners," Ludwig Goransson
Best Editing:
- "F1"
- "Marty Supreme"
- "One Battle After Another"
- "Sentimental Value"
- "Sinners"
Best Production Design:
- "Frankenstein"
- "Hamnet"
- "Marty Supreme"
- "One Battle After Another"
Best Costume Design:
- "Avatar: Fire and Ash"
- "Frankenstein"
- "Hamnet"
- "Marty Supreme"
- "Sinners"
Best Makeup and Hairstyling:
- "Frankenstein"
- "Kokuho"
- "Sinners"
- "The Smashing Machine"
- "The Ugly Stepsister"
Best Casting:
- "Hamnet"
- "Marty Supreme"
- "One Battle After Another"
- "The Secret Agent"
- "Sinners"
Best Cinematography:
- "Frankenstein"
- "Marty Supreme"
- "One Battle After Another"
- "Sinners"
- "Train Dreams"
Best Sound:
- "F1"
- "Frankenstein"
- "One Battle After Another"
- "Sinners"
- "Sirāt"
Best International Feature:
- "The Secret Agent"
- "It Was Just an Accident"
- "Sentimental Value"
- "Sirāt"
- "The Voice of Hind Rajab"
Best Documentary Feature:
- "The Alabama Solution"
- "Come See Me in the Good Light"
- "Cutting Through Rocks"
- "Mr. Nobody Against Putin"
- "The Perfect Neighbor"
Best Visual Effects:
- "Avatar: Fire and Ash"
- "F1"
- "Jurassic World Rebirth"
- "The Lost Bus"
- "Sinners"
Best Animated Feature:
- "Arco"
- "Elio"
- "KPop Demon Hunters"
- "Little Amélie or The Character of Rain"
Best Animated Short:
- "Butterfly"
- "Forevergreen"
- "The Girl Who Cried Pearls"
- "Retirement Plan"
- "The Three Sisters"
Best Live-Action Short:
- "Butcher's Stain"
- "A Friend of Dorothy"
- "Jane Austen's Period Drama"
- "The Singers"
- "Two People Exchanging Saliva"
Best Documentary Short:
- "All the Empty Rooms"
- "Armed Only With a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud"
- "Children No More: 'Were and Are Gone'"
- "The Devil Is Busy"
- "Perfectly a Strangeness"
