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2026 Oscars: Coogler's 'Sinners' Leads with 16 Nominations

3/17/2026

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Summary

Coogler's Sinners Lead

The 98th Academy Awards will air on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles.
Ryan Coogler's Sinners leads with 16 nominations, with One Battle After Another and Hamnet among contenders.
Conan O'Brien will host the ceremony, with performances by Miles Caton, Raphael Saadiq, and KPop Demon Hunters.
Red carpet coverage begins at 6:30 p.m. ET, and the main event starts at 7 p.m. ET.

History

Historical Context

The first Academy Awards took place on May 16, 1929, at the Hotel Roosevelt in Hollywood, honoring films from 1927-1928. "Wings," the inaugural Best Picture winner, remains notable as the only silent film to achieve this honor. As the 98th Academy Awards approach in 2026, with "Sinners" leading with 16 nominations, the ceremony continues to shape global film culture and celebrate diverse talent.

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Coogler's Sinners Lead

The 98th Academy Awards will air on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles.
Ryan Coogler's Sinners leads with 16 nominations, with One Battle After Another and Hamnet among contenders.
Conan O'Brien will host the ceremony, with performances by Miles Caton, Raphael Saadiq, and KPop Demon Hunters.
Red carpet coverage begins at 6:30 p.m. ET, and the main event starts at 7 p.m. ET.

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