Archive · 24 Jan 2026
2026 Oscars: Sinners Leads with Record Nominations
The 2026 Oscar nominations were announced, and there were many surprises and snubs.
Sinners got a record 16 nominations, but some big stars like Paul Mescal and Amanda Seyfried were left out.
Meanwhile, older actors like Delroy Lindo and Amy Madigan got their first or long-awaited nominations.
The racing movie F1 also made it to the Best Picture list, which was a big surprise.
Some people are talking about why certain actors and movies were left out, while others are happy for the underdog winners.
The nominated films are known for their political themes and diverse genres, reflecting the current state of the world.
Sinners received a record 16 nominations, the most in Oscar history.
Paul Mescal was snubbed for his role in Hamnet despite being a frontrunner.
The film Wicked: For Good was completely shut out of the nominations.
Delroy Lindo received his first Oscar nomination for Sinners.
Kate Hudson surprised many with a Best Actress nomination for Song Sung Blue.
Amy Madigan secured a nomination after a 40-year gap, setting a new record.
- Who
- Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
- What
- Announcement of 98th Academy Awards nominations
- When
- January 22, 2026
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- To recognize outstanding achievements in film
- Record Nominations
- Sinners (16 nominations)
- Biggest Snub - Actor
- Paul Mescal (Hamnet)
- Biggest Snub - Film
- Wicked: For Good (no nominations)
- Biggest Surprise - Actor
- Delroy Lindo (Sinners)
- Biggest Surprise - Actress
- Kate Hudson (Song Sung Blue)
- Longest Gap Between Nominations
- Amy Madigan (40 years)
- Best Picture Surprise
- F1
- Oscar Ceremony Date
- March 15, 2026
