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The Academy Awards returned in grand style in 2026, bringing together some of the biggest names in global cinema for a night celebrating outstanding achievements in film.
This year’s ceremony featured several surprises, despite early expectations that the competition would mainly be between Sinners and One Battle After Another.
Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler, entered the ceremony with a record 16 nominations, while One Battle After Another followed closely with 13 nominations.
Best Picture
Winner: One Battle After Another
Best Actress
Winner: Jessie Buckley – Hamnet
Best Actor
Winner: Michael B. Jordan – Sinners
Best Supporting Actress
Winner: Amy Madigan – Weapons
Best Supporting Actor
Winner: Sean Penn – One Battle After Another
Best Director
Winner: Paul Thomas Anderson – One Battle After Another
Best Animated Feature
Winner: KPop Demon Hunters
Best International Feature
Winner: Sentimental Value
Best Documentary Feature
Winner: Mr Nobody Against Putin
Best Original Screenplay
Winner: Sinners – Ryan Coogler
Best Adapted Screenplay
Winner: One Battle After Another – Paul Thomas Anderson
Best Original Score
Winner: Sinners – Ludwig Göransson
Best Visual Effects
Winner: Avatar: Fire and Ash
The 2026 Oscars showcased strong competition across categories, with One Battle After Another dominating several major awards including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Meanwhile, Sinners also made a strong showing with wins in Best Actor, Best Original Screenplay, Best Original Score, and Best Cinematography, solidifying its place as one of the night’s most celebrated films.
The ceremony once again highlighted the diversity and creativity of global filmmaking, celebrating achievements across acting, directing, writing, and technical craftsmanship. 🎬
Written by: Umar Abdullahi
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