The 2026 Oscar Nominations: ‘Sinners’ Shatters Records & Dominates The Field

The 2026 Oscar nominations were unveiled on January 22, 2026, kicking off what promises to be an exhilarating awards season.

Ryan Coogler’s vampire thriller “Sinners” made history by securing a staggering 16 nominations, breaking the all-time record previously held by films like “Titanic” and “La La Land.”

Close behind is Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another,” which earned 13 nods, positioning it as a strong contender across multiple categories.

This year’s lineup reflects a diverse mix of genres, from high-octane action in “F1” to period dramas like “Hamnet” and innovative horror in “Frankenstein.”

However, not all anticipated films made the cut — notably, the highly buzzed “Wicked: For Good” was completely shut out, sparking widespread discussion among fans and critics. Other snubs include Daniel Lopatin’s score for “Marty Supreme,” which many felt deserved recognition for its immersive quality.

Social media erupted with reactions, from excitement over “Sinners'” dominance to surprise at “F1’s” Best Picture inclusion, highlighting the blend of blockbuster appeal and artistic depth in this year’s selections.

As the ceremony approaches on March 8, 2026, speculation is rife about potential winners, with “Sinners” and “One Battle After Another” emerging as frontrunners.

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Key Categories and Nominees

Below is the complete list of nominees across all categories, showcasing the breadth of talent honored this year.

Best Picture

“Bugonia” – “F1” – “Frankenstein” – “Hamnet” – “Marty Supreme” – “One Battle After Another” – “The Secret Agent” – “Sentimental Value” – “Sinners” – “Train Dreams”

Best Director

Paul Thomas Anderson, “One Battle After Another” – Ryan Coogler, “Sinners” – Chloé Zhao, “Hamnet” – Josh Safdie, “Marty Supreme” – Joachim Trier, “Sentimental Value”

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 Actress

Jessie Buckley, “Hamnet” – Rose Byrne, “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You” – Renate Reinsve, “Sentimental Value” – Emma Stone, “Bugonia” – Kate Hudson, “Song Sung Blue”

Best Supporting Actor

Jacob Elordi, “Frankenstein” – Sean Penn, “One Battle After Another” – Stellan Skarsgård, “Sentimental Value” – Benicio del Toro, “One Battle After Another” – Delroy Lindo, “Sinners”

Best Supporting Actress

Elle Fanning, “Sentimental Value” – Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, “Sentimental Value” – Amy Madigan, “Weapons” – Wunmi Mosaku, “Sinners” – Teyana Taylor, “One Battle After Another”

Original Screenplay

“Blue Moon,” Robert Kaplow – “It Was Just an Accident,” Jafar Panahi, with script collaborators Nader Saïvar, Shadmehr Rastin, Mehdi Mahmoudian – “Marty Supreme,” Ronald Bronstein and Josh Safdie – “Sentimental Value,” Eskil Vogt and Joachim Trier – “Sinners,” Ryan Coogler

Adapted Screenplay

“Bugonia,” Will Tracy – “Frankenstein,” Guillermo del Toro – “Hamnet,” Chloé Zhao and Maggie O’Farrell – “One Battle After Another,” Paul Thomas Anderson – “Train Dreams,” Clint Bailey and Greg Kwedar

Original Score

“Bugonia,” Jerskin Fendrix – “Frankenstein,” Alexandre Desplat – “Hamnet,” Max Richter – “One Battle After Another,” Jonny Greenwood – “Sinners,” Ludwig Göransson

Original Song

“Golden” from “Kpop Demon Hunters” – “Train Dreams” from “Train Dreams” – “Dear Me” from “Diane Warren: Relentless” – “I Lied To You” from “Sinners” – “Sweet Dreams Of Joy” from “Viva Verdi!”

Cinematography

“Frankenstein” – “Marty Supreme” – “One Battle After Another” – “Sinners” – “Train Dreams”

Film Editing

“F1” – “Marty Supreme” – “One Battle After Another” – “Sentimental Value” – “Sinners”

Production Design

“Frankenstein” – “Hamnet” – “Marty Supreme” – “One Battle After Another” – “Sinners”

Costume Design

“Avatar: Fire and Ash” – “Frankenstein” – “Hamnet” – “Marty Supreme” – “Sinners”

Makeup and Hairstyling

“Frankenstein” – “Kokuho” – “Sinners” – “The Smashing Machine” – “The Ugly Stepsister”

Sound

“F1” – “Frankenstein” – “One Battle After Another” – “Sinners” – “Sirât”

Visual Effects

“Avatar: Fire and Ash” – “F1” – “Jurassic World Rebirth” – “The Lost Bus” – “Sinners”

Animated Feature Film

“Arco” – “Elio” – “KPop Demon Hunters” – “Little Amélie or the Character of Rain” – “Zootopia 2”

International Feature Film

“The Secret Agent,” Brazil – “It Was Just an Accident,” France – “Sentimental Value,” Norway – “Sirât,” Spain – “The Voice of Hind Rajab,” Tunisia

Documentary Feature

“The Perfect Neighbor” – “The Alabama Solution” – “Come See Me in the Good Light” – “Cutting Through Rocks” – “Mr. Nobody Against Putin”

Live Action Short Film

“Butcher’s Stain” – “A Friend of Dorothy” – “Jane Austen’s Period Drama” – “The Singers” – “Two People Exchanging Saliva”

Animated Short Film

“Butterfly” – “Forevergreen” – “The Girl Who Cried Pearls” – “Retirement Plan” – “The Three Sisters”

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”

Casting

“Hamnet” – “Marty Supreme” – “One Battle After Another” – “The Secret Agent” – “Sinners”

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Analysis and What to Watch For

With “Sinners” appearing in nearly every major category, including directing, acting, and technical awards, it’s poised to make a clean sweep if the momentum holds. Standout performances, such as Michael B. Jordan’s in “Sinners” and Leonardo DiCaprio’s in “One Battle After Another,” are already generating buzz for potential wins.

On the international front, films like Norway’s “Sentimental Value” and Brazil’s “The Secret Agent” add global flavor to the proceedings. Surprises abound, including the strong showing for “F1,” a racing epic that defied expectations with nods in Best Picture and technical categories.

Meanwhile, the absence of “Wicked: For Good” has left many scratching their heads, underscoring the unpredictable nature of awards voting.

As we count down to the March ceremony, these nominations celebrate a year of bold storytelling and cinematic innovation. Stay tuned for more updates as the race heats up.