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98th Oscar Awards Winners List: Best Picture, Actor, Actress & Full Results

The 98th Academy Awards, one of the most prestigious events in world cinema, was held grandly at the famous Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The ceremony celebrated the best achievements in global filmmaking, honoring outstanding movies, actors, and creators.

This year’s Oscars saw major victories for two films — One Battle After Another and Sinners. While One Battle After Another dominated the awards with six wins, Sinners followed closely with five major awards.

Actor Michael B. Jordan won the Best Actor award for his performance in Sinners, while Jessie Buckley took home the Best Actress Oscar for her role in Hamnet.

Meanwhile, acclaimed filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson received the Best Director award for directing One Battle After Another, which also won the Best Picture award.

Full List of 98th Oscar Awards Winners

Major Awards

  • Best Picture: One Battle After Another
  • Best Actor: Michael B. Jordan – Sinners
  • Best Actress: Jessie Buckley – Hamnet
  • Best Director: Paul Thomas Anderson – One Battle After Another

Supporting Roles

  • Best Supporting Actor: Ian Penn – One Battle After Another
  • Best Supporting Actress: Amy Madigan – Weapons

Technical Categories

  • Best Cinematography: Autumn Durald Arkapaw – Sinners
  • Best Editing: Andy Jurgensen – One Battle After Another
  • Best Sound: F1
  • Best Visual Effects: Avatar: Fire and Ash

Music & Songs

  • Best Music / Original Score: Ludwig Göransson – Sinners
  • Best Original Song: “Golden” – K-Pop Demon Hunters

Writing Awards

  • Best Original Screenplay: Ryan Coogler – Sinners
  • Best Adapted Screenplay: Paul Thomas Anderson – One Battle After Another

Production Categories

  • Best Casting: One Battle After Another
  • Best Costume Design: Frankenstein
  • Best Makeup & Hairstyling: Frankenstein
  • Best Production Design: Frankenstein

International & Animation

  • Best International Feature Film: Sentimental Value (Norway)
  • Best Animated Feature Film: Kepa’s Demon Hunts
  • Best Animated Short Film: The Girl Who Cried Pearls

Short Films & Documentaries

  • Best Live Action Short Film: The Singers – Two People Exchange Saliva
  • Best Documentary Feature: Mr. Nobody Against Putin
  • Best Documentary Short: All the Empty Rooms

Highlights of the 98th Oscars

  • One Battle After Another dominated the ceremony with six awards.
  • Sinners followed with five Oscar wins.
  • Michael B. Jordan delivered an award-winning performance that impressed critics and audiences worldwide.
  • Director Paul Thomas Anderson achieved another milestone in his filmmaking career.
  • Despite strong expectations, Indian films did not win awards this year, which disappointed many cinema fans.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Who won Best Picture at the 98th Oscar Awards?

The Best Picture award was won by One Battle After Another.

Who won the Best Actor Oscar in 2026?

Michael B. Jordan won the Best Actor Oscar for his role in Sinners.

Who won Best Actress at the 98th Academy Awards?

Jessie Buckley won Best Actress for the film Hamnet.

Which movie won the most Oscars in 2026?

One Battle After Another won the most awards, taking home six Oscars.

Where were the 98th Academy Awards held?

The ceremony took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Conclusion

The 98th Academy Awards celebrated excellence in filmmaking with memorable wins for One Battle After Another and Sinners. Outstanding performances from Michael B. Jordan and Jessie Buckley, along with the direction of Paul Thomas Anderson, made this year’s Oscars an exciting event for movie lovers worldwide.

As Hollywood continues to evolve, the Oscars remain a global platform recognizing the best talent and creativity in cinema.

Sri Lakshmi

Sri Lakshmi

Srilakshmi a bilingual content writer with 5 years of experience in Telugu and English news writing. Passionate about storytelling and trending topics, Srilakshmi delivers accurate and engaging content for readers worldwide.