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Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' Wins Big at Oscars

3/17/2026

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Director Paul Thomas Anderson won Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay at the 2026 Academy Awards for One Battle After Another.
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio plays a revolutionary returning to action after years hiding with his daughter.
The film blends political thriller and comedy to reflect issues.
It won casting and editing awards, plus Sean Penn's supporting role.
One Battle After Another streams on HBO Max and other platforms.

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Story summary

Director Paul Thomas Anderson won Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay at the 2026 Academy Awards for One Battle After Another.
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio plays a revolutionary returning to action after years hiding with his daughter.
The film blends political thriller and comedy to reflect issues.
It won casting and editing awards, plus Sean Penn's supporting role.
One Battle After Another streams on HBO Max and other platforms.