Warner Bros is shaping up to be the powerhouse of the 98th Academy Awards nominations, with its films racking up unprecedented recognition in the 2026 Oscar race. Two titles from the studio. Sinners and One Battle After Another have emerged as frontrunners across major categories.
Record-Breaking Nods for Sinners
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners made history by securing 16 Oscar nominations, the most ever for a single film. The vampire epic, set during the Jim Crow era and starring Michael B. Jordan, broke the previous record of 14 nominations held by classics like Titanic and La La Land. Sinners is up for Best Picture, Best Director and major acting awards, marking a major moment for Warner Bros in the 2026 Oscar race.
Strong Showing for One Battle After Another
Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another follows closely with 13 nominations, also under the Warner Bros banner. Its recognition spans top categories, including acting and writing, highlighting the studio’s strategic focus on auteur-driven content.
Together, the two films are expected to contribute to Warner Bros’ most successful Oscars haul in decades.
Studio Impact on Oscar Race Trends
Industry analysts note that Warner Bros’ dominance this year reflects wider changes in Hollywood’s awards landscape, where major traditional studios are countering streaming giants by backing bold, original projects with award potential.
The 98th Academy Awards ceremony will take place on March 15, 2026, hosted by Conan O’Brien and broadcast globally across ABC and Hulu.
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