Oscar Nominations 2026: Complete List - 'Sinners' Breaks Record with 16 Nods
The 2026 Oscar nominations are here! 'Sinners' makes history with a record-breaking 16 nominations. See the complete list of nominees for the 98th Academy Awards and which Digital Soul type each Best Picture nominee represents.
Breaking News: The 2026 Academy Award nominations were announced this morning, with the horror-action film "Sinners" leading the pack with a record-breaking 16 nominations —more than any film in Oscar history.
The 98th Academy Awards will air live on March 15, 2026, hosted by Conan O'Brien for the second consecutive year.
Record-Breaking Nominations
The previous record for most Oscar nominations was a three-way tie between "All About Eve," "Titanic" and "La La Land" with 14 nominations each . "Sinners" shattered that record with 16 total nods.
🏆 "Sinners" - 16 Nominations
Director: Ryan Coogler
Star: Michael B. Jordan (playing twins Smoke and Stack)
Key Categories: Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Original Screenplay
Major Nominees & Surprises
Best Picture Nominees (2026):
- "Sinners" (16 nominations total)
- "Bugonia"
- "F1 The Movie"
- "Frankenstein"
- "Hamnet"
- "Marty Supreme"
- "One Battle After Another"
- "The Secret Agent"
- "Sentimental Value"
- "Train Dreams"
Biggest Snub:
After "Wicked" earned 10 nominations at the 2025 Oscars, the sequel "Wicked: For Good" did not receive a single nomination Wednesday morning—shut out even in the original song category.
Historic Achievement:
Emma Stone received two 2026 nominations—best picture for producing and best actress for "Bugonia"—making her the youngest woman and second-youngest person in Oscar history to rack up seven nominations.
Best Actor Nominees 2026:
- Michael B. Jordan - "Sinners" (first nomination)
- Brad Pitt - "F1"
- Wagner Moura - "The Secret Agent"
- [Additional nominees to be confirmed]
Best Actress Nominees 2026:
- Emma Stone - "Bugonia"
- Teyana Taylor - "One Battle After Another"
- [Additional nominees to be confirmed]
New Category Alert!
"Sinners" was nominated in a new Oscar category: achievement in casting— marking the Academy's recognition of casting directors for the first time.
What This Means for Movie Lovers
The 2026 nominations show the Academy embracing genre films more than ever. "Sinners," a horror-action film, dominating the nominations signals a shift away from traditional Oscar bait toward bold, innovative filmmaking.
🎬 Fun Connection: Oscar Nominees & Digital Soul Types
Ever wonder what Digital Soul type creates Oscar-worthy films? Here's our take:
- Aurora Creators: Bold, innovative films like "Sinners"—breaking records and redefining genres
- Lyra Creators: Meticulous, detail-oriented films like "The Brutalist" (last year's winner)
- Cygnus Creators: Emotionally resonant, community-focused stories
- Phoenix Creators: Balanced, timeless classics
Take our free Digital Soul quiz to discover your creative personality type!
How to Watch the 2026 Oscars
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
Time: 5 p.m. MDT / 7 p.m. ET
Where: ABC and streaming on Hulu
Host: Conan O'Brien (second year hosting)
What to Expect from Conan's Second Year
Conan O'Brien told ABC audiences can expect "a lot of magic" at the upcoming Oscar show, including "some explosions" and CGI. He added that late-developing ideas often turn out to be the best for the show.
Complete Nominations List
For the full list of all 23 categories and nominees, visit the official Academy Awards website.
📊 Quick Stats:
- Most Nominations: "Sinners" (16) - NEW RECORD
- First-Time Nominee: Michael B. Jordan
- Historic Milestone: Emma Stone's 7th nomination
- Biggest Snub: "Wicked: For Good" (0 nominations)
- New Category: Achievement in Casting
Our Predictions
While it's early to predict winners, "Sinners" leading with 16 nominations puts it in a strong position for Best Picture. However, Oscar history shows that films with the most nominations don't always sweep the ceremony.
Last year, "Anora" won Best Picture despite "Emilia Pérez" leading with 13 nominations. Will history repeat itself, or will "Sinners" make Oscar history?
🎭 Discover Your Digital Soul Type
Just like Oscar nominees represent different filmmaking styles, your Digital Soul type reveals your unique online personality. Are you a bold Aurora like Ryan Coogler, an analytical Lyra, a social Cygnus, or a balanced Phoenix?
Take the Free Quiz →Final Thoughts
The 2026 Oscar nominations prove that bold, genre-defying filmmaking is being recognized by the Academy. Whether you're Team "Sinners" or rooting for an underdog, March 15th promises an unforgettable night.
Stay tuned for our predictions and analysis as we get closer to the ceremony!