The 98th Academy Awards ceremony was held on March 15, 2026. The historical drama 'One Battle After Another' was awarded the Oscar for Best Picture, marking its sixth win of the night. The film, directed by Ava DuVernay, chronicles the life of a civil rights activist.
The ceremony included a tribute to the late actor and director Carl Reiner, who passed away in 2020. Reports from the event noted the absence of actor Sean Penn, though no official reason was provided by the Academy or his representatives.
During the broadcast, actors Ewan McGregor and Nicole Kidman performed a musical number as a homage to the 2001 film 'Moulin Rouge!', in which they both starred. The 2026 Oscars were hosted by comedian Ali Wong.
