The 98th Academy Awards celebrated the best in filmmaking on Sunday, March 15 at the Dolby Theatre, with comedian Conan O’Brien hosting Hollywood’s biggest night. The ceremony honored standout films, performances, and creative achievements from the past year, delivering memorable moments and historic wins.
Best Picture and Biggest Winners of the Night
The drama One Battle After Another dominated the evening, taking home six Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director for Paul Thomas Anderson. The film also earned awards for editing, adapted screenplay, and casting.
Another major contender, Sinners, entered the ceremony with a record 16 nominations and secured four awards, including Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan and Best Original Screenplay for director Ryan Coogler. The film also made history when cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw became the first woman to win the Oscar for Best Cinematography.
Major Acting Winners
Several performances stood out among this year’s nominees.
- Best Actress: Jessie Buckley for Hamnet
- Best Actor: Michael B. Jordan for Sinners
- Best Supporting Actor: Sean Penn for One Battle After Another
- Best Supporting Actress: Amy Madigan for Weapons
Other Notable Oscar Wins
Several films earned recognition across technical and creative categories:
- Best Animated Film: KPop Demon Hunters
- Best Original Song: “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters
- Best Visual Effects: Avatar: Fire and Ash
- Best International Film: Sentimental Value (Norway)
- Best Production Design, Costume Design, Makeup & Hairstyling: Frankenstein
The ceremony also marked a rare tie in the Best Live-Action Short Film category, with The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva sharing the award — the seventh tie in Oscars history.
Hollywood Celebrates Film’s Biggest Night
With emotional speeches, standout fashion, and historic achievements, the 2026 Oscars showcased the creativity and diversity of modern cinema. From breakthrough performances to groundbreaking filmmaking milestones, the night honored the artists shaping the future of the movie industry.
See the full list on the official Oscars website.