The Warner Bros. films 'Sinners' and 'One Battle After Another' have emerged as the frontrunners for the upcoming 98th Academy Awards, securing a leading number of nominations each. The nominations were announced on March 16, 2026, setting the stage for a major intra-studio competition at the Oscars ceremony scheduled for late April.
'Sinners', a historical drama, received 11 nominations including Best Picture, Best Director for Ava DuVernay, and Best Actor for Jonathan Majors. Its competitor, the epic war film 'One Battle After Another', earned 10 nominations, also contending for Best Picture and Best Director for Christopher Nolan, along with multiple technical categories.
This marks a significant achievement for Warner Bros., which now has two of its productions vying for the ceremony's top honors. Industry analysts note that such a direct showdown between films from the same major studio is a rare occurrence in recent Oscar history. The final results will be revealed at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on April 26, 2026.
