Oscars 2026 Nominations Unveiled: 'Sinners' Sets New Record with 16 Nods
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has officially announced the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards, setting the stage for a highly anticipated Oscars ceremony in March 2026. The nominees were revealed in a live-streamed event hosted by actors Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman, generating excitement across the global film community.
Historic Achievement for Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners'
Director Ryan Coogler's cinematic masterpiece, Sinners, has emerged as the frontrunner with an astounding 16 nominations. This remarkable feat establishes a new record in the history of the Academy Awards, surpassing previous benchmarks set by iconic films like James Cameron's Titanic and Joseph L. Mankiewicz's All About Eve, both of which garnered 14 nominations each.
Following closely behind are Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another with 12 nominations and Josh Safdie's Marty Supreme with 10 nods, indicating a highly competitive race across multiple categories.
Notable Omissions and Surprises
In a surprising turn of events, Neeraj Ghaywan's critically acclaimed film Homebound, which had garnered significant support and anticipation, failed to secure a nomination in any category. This omission has sparked discussions among film enthusiasts and critics alike.
The Oscars ceremony is scheduled to take place on March 15, 2026, at the prestigious Dolby Theatre. Veteran host Conan O'Brien is set to return to helm the event, promising an evening of glamour and celebration.
Complete List of Oscar Nominations 2026
Here is the comprehensive list of nominees across key categories for the 98th Academy Awards:
Best Picture
- BUGONIA
- F1
- FRANKENSTEIN
- HAMNET
- MARTY SUPREME
- ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER
- THE SECRET AGENT
- SENTIMENTAL VALUE
- SINNERS
- TRAIN DREAMS
Best Director
- CHLOE ZHAO - HAMNET
- JOSH SAFDIE - MARTY SUPREME
- PAUL THOMAS ANDERSON - ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER
- JOACHIM TRIER - SENTIMENTAL VALUE
- RYAN COOGLER - SINNERS
Best Actor
- TIMOTHEE CHALAMET – MARTY SUPREME
- LEONARDO DI CAPRIO – ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER
- WAGNER MOURA – THE SECRET AGENT
- MICHAEL B. JORDAN – SINNERS
- ETHAN HAWKE – BLUE MOON
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 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 Supporting Actress
- ELLE FANNING – SENTIMENTAL VALUE
- INGA IBSDOTTER LILLEAAS – SENTIMENTAL VALUE
- AMY MADIGAN – WEAPONS
- WUNMI MOSAKU – SINNERS
- TEYANA TAYLOR – ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER
Additional Key Categories
The nominations extend across a wide array of technical and artistic categories, including Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Original Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Animated Feature Film, Best Documentary Feature, and many more. Films like Frankenstein, Hamnet, and Marty Supreme have secured multiple nominations, highlighting the diverse and exceptional talent in the film industry this year.
As the countdown to the Oscars 2026 ceremony begins, all eyes are on Sinners to see if it can convert its record-breaking nominations into a historic sweep of awards. The stage is set for a memorable celebration of cinematic excellence.
