When are the 2026 Oscars? How to watch the 98th Academy Awards
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The most awaited awards night of the year is around the corner. Here's what you need to know about the 98th Academy Awards.
Gear up, cinephiles, as the biggest night for movies is almost upon us.
The 98th Academy Awards, celebrating the best movies of 2025 and the people behind them, are set to take place on March 15.
Leading the nominations for this year's ceremony is Ryan Coogler's popular gangster drama and vampire horror movie "Sinners" with 16 nominations, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Michael B. Jordan), Best Supporting Actress (Wunmi Mosaku) and Best Supporting Actor (Delroy Lindo). It breaks the previous record of 14, a feat shared by "Titanic," "All About Eve" and "La La Land."
Following closely behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nods, while "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Sentimental Value" each received nine.
The competition for Best Picture – the Oscars' top prize – includes "Sinners," "One Battle After Another," "Hamnet," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein," "Sentimental Value," "The Secret Agent," "F1: The Movie," "Bugonia" and "Train Dreams."
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Conan O'Brien wrapped up the Oscars with a touching gesture in support of Martin Short.
Film director Ryan Coogler rocked intricate music-themed braids in his hair for a historic win at the 98th Oscars.
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Grammy-winning “Messy” singer Lola Young mesmerized at Elton John’s annual Academy Awards viewing party, months after she collapsed mid-performance.
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After winning his first Oscar, Michael B. Jordan took part in a delicious tradition by heading to In-N-Out with his little gold man in tow.
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British model Cara Delevingne's Vanity Fair Oscar Party dress featured painted abs and bedazzled nipples designed by Thom Browne for Spring 2026.
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