The 98th Academy Awards nominations were announced on January 22, 2026, officially starting the Oscar race. Ryan Coogler’s Sinners led the nominations with a record-breaking 16 nods, the most ever for a single film. One Battle After Another followed closely with 13 nominations, while several other films made a strong impact. This article covers the complete list of Oscar 2026 nominees across all major categories.
Oscar 2026: Best Picture Nominees and Top Contenders
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Best Actor and Actress Nominees for Oscars 2026
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Best Supporting Actor and Actress Nominations 2026
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Oscar 2026: Best Director Nominees and Contenders
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Key Oscar 2026 Categories: Animation, Cinematography and International Highlights
Animated Feature Nominees
- Arco
- Elio (Pixar)
- KPop Demon Hunters
- Little Amélie or the Character of Rain
- Zootopia 2 (Disney)
Cinematography Nominees
- Frankenstein – Dan Laustsen
- Marty Supreme – Darius Khondji
- One Battle After Another – Michael Bauman
- Sinners – Autumn Durald Arkapaw
- Train Dreams – Adolpho Veloso
International Highlights
- Wagner Moura represents Brazil with The Secret Agent
- Renate Reinsve represents Norway with Sentimental Value
- No Indian entries this year, though past wins like Slumdog Millionaire remain celebrated globally
What’s Next: The Oscars 2026 Ceremony and Winners Reveal
The Oscars 2026 ceremony will take place on March 15, hosted by Conan O’Brien, where the winners of all major categories will be announced. Sinners leads the race for Best Picture and Best Director, with strong competition from One Battle After Another, Marty Supreme, and Sentimental Value. Fans will also watch key acting, technical, and the new Casting Direction category closely. The night promises exciting performances, surprises, and a celebration of the best films of 2025.
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