Anne Hathaway Campaigns for Supporting Actress Oscar

Universal Pictures has announced that Anne Hathaway will be campaigned for the Supporting Actress Oscar for her performance as Penelope in Christopher Nolan's critically acclaimed film, 'The Odyssey.' This decision solidifies Matt Damon as the film's sole lead acting contender and positions Hathaway as an early frontrunner in a competitive awards season. Hathaway's campaign will also feature co-star Samantha Morton, who is receiving widespread praise for her role as Circe. This strategy allows Universal Pictures the possibility of securing two nominations in the Supporting Actress category for the same film.

Hathaway, who previously won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2013 for 'Les Miserables,' is expected to benefit from director Christopher Nolan's strong track record following the success of 'Oppenheimer.' 'The Odyssey' has already achieved significant commercial success, grossing over USD 1.6 billion worldwide, bolstering the studio's broader awards ambitions for the film. Competing in the supporting category also places Hathaway in a less crowded field compared to the Best Actress race.

Should Hathaway secure a second Oscar, she would join an elite group of actresses who have won the Supporting Actress prize twice. The film has concluded a prolific year for Hathaway, who also starred in 'Mother Mary' and 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' earlier in 2026. Universal Pictures is planning an extensive Oscar campaign for 'The Odyssey,' aiming for nominations across multiple major categories.