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Sinners Dominates Oscars 2026 with Record Nominations
15 Mar
Summary
- The 98th Academy Awards will occur on March 15, 2026, in Los Angeles.
- Sinners leads with a record 16 nominations, surpassing previous records.
- New voting rules require members to watch all nominated films before voting.
The 98th Academy Awards are scheduled for Sunday, March 15, 2026, in Los Angeles at the Dolby Theatre. This year's ceremony, themed "A Human Touch," will feature comedian Conan O'Brien as host for the second consecutive year.
"Sinners," directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, has made history by securing 16 nominations, breaking the previous record of 14 held by films like "Titanic." Leonardo DiCaprio's "One Battle After Another" follows with 13 nominations.
Significant changes have been introduced to the voting process. Academy members must now confirm they have viewed all nominated films in a category through the Academy Screening Room. This aims to ensure informed voting decisions.
Leading acting nominations are Timothee Chalamet for "Marty Supreme" and Jessie Buckley for "Hamnet." International feature "Homebound" from India and Norway's "Sentimental Value" are also strong contenders. Performances by Brittani Howard, Shaboozey, and Raphael Saadiq are expected.
