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One Battle After Another Dominates 2026 Oscars with Six Wins

3/16/2026

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At the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another won six Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director.
Ryan Coogler's Sinners won four awards, including Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan.
The ceremony included political commentary by host Conan O'Brien and presenters who addressed issues without naming U.S. President Donald Trump directly, underscoring Hollywood's rising political engagement.

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At the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another won six Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director.
Ryan Coogler's Sinners won four awards, including Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan.
The ceremony included political commentary by host Conan O'Brien and presenters who addressed issues without naming U.S. President Donald Trump directly, underscoring Hollywood's rising political engagement.