Oscars 2026: “Sinners” and Anderson’s Film Lead Nominations; Ghaywan’s Work Overlooked

This evening brought the announcement of the 98th Academy Awards nominations by Lewis Pullman and Danielle Brooks. Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” and Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” emerged as the clear leaders, while Neeraj Ghaywan’s “Homebound” failed to earn any recognition.
The two frontrunners demonstrated exceptional strength across multiple categories. “Sinners” earned recognition for its direction, visual achievements, and powerful performances, with nominations spanning cinematography, production design, sound design, and acting categories. The comprehensive acknowledgment validates Coogler’s artistic vision.
“One Battle After Another” maintained its frontrunner status with nominations recognizing its direction, adapted screenplay, and ensemble performances. Anderson’s latest work earned Academy support across creative and technical categories, building on its Golden Globes momentum.
Performance categories featured established stars and emerging talents. Leonardo DiCaprio, Michael B. Jordan, Timothée Chalamet, and Emma Stone received leading role nominations, while supporting categories honored equally impressive work. The diversity of recognized talent showcases contemporary cinema’s depth.
Oscar night arrives on March 15 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, where cinema’s elite will gather for the industry’s biggest celebration. The ceremony will air at 7 p.m. ET on ABC, broadcasting the event to millions worldwide.