The 98th Academy Awards, held in Los Angeles, saw filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson’s film One Battle After Another emerge as the biggest winner of the night, securing six awards including Best Picture.

The film received a total of 13 nominations and won across multiple major categories. Meanwhile, Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler, won four awards.

Major highlights

1. Best Picture: One Battle After Another

2. Best Supporting Actor: Sean Penn (One Battle After Another)

3. Best Supporting Actress: Amy Madigan (Vimpus – The Hour of Disappearance)

4. Best Adapted Screenplay: One Battle After Another

5.Best Original Screenplay: Sinners

Other key winners

1. Best Animated Feature: K-Pop Demon Hunters (The K-Pop Warriors)

2. Best Animated Short Film: The Girl Who Cried Pearls

3. Best Costume Design: Frankenstein

4. Best Makeup & Hairstyling: Frankenstein

5. Best Casting: One Battle After Another

6. Best Short Film (Tie): The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva

Ceremony and appearances

The ceremony was hosted by Conan O'Brien, who returned after hosting the previous year. Several international stars, including Priyanka Chopra Jonas, attended and presented awards during the event.

The awards took place amid a globally tense backdrop, which was also reflected in some speeches and discussions during the ceremony.

Industry recognition

The Oscars 2026 highlighted a diverse mix of films across genres, with strong representation from international cinema as well. Films from multiple regions competed in major categories, reflecting the global reach of the industry.

As the ceremony concluded, One Battle After Another stood out as the most awarded film of the night, marking a significant achievement for its cast and crew.