This evening brought the announcement of the 98th Academy Awards nominations by Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman. Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” and Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” emerged as the dominant forces in this year’s Oscar race.
The two frontrunners demonstrated exceptional breadth in their nominations. “One Battle After Another” earned recognition across directing, adapted screenplay, and multiple performances, with technical achievements also securing acknowledgment. The film’s Golden Globes momentum continued with strong Academy support.
“Sinners” matched this achievement with nominations highlighting its visual innovation and storytelling power. Coogler’s direction earned recognition alongside cinematography, production design, sound design, and acting nominations. The comprehensive acknowledgment reflects the film’s multifaceted excellence.
Performance categories featured impressive talent, with Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio, Michael B. Jordan, Emma Stone, and others receiving leading role nominations. Supporting categories honored equally exceptional work from diverse performers. However, Neeraj Ghaywan’s “Homebound” received zero nominations.
Cinema’s biggest night arrives on March 15 when the 98th Academy Awards take place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The ceremony will air at 7 p.m. ET on ABC, where the year’s finest films will compete for Oscar gold.