NPR Announces Winners List
The 98th Academy Awards took place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, hosted by Conan O’Brien. This prestigious event showcased outstanding cinematic achievements across various categories. The nominations highlighted two standout films: Sinners, which received a remarkable 16 nominations, and One Battle After Another, earning 13 nominations.
Notable Winners of the 2026 Academy Awards
As the ceremony progressed, winners were announced in categories ranging from writing to visual effects. Here is a summary of the prominent award categories and their respective winners:
Writing Awards
- Original Screenplay:Sinners – Ryan Coogler
- Adapted Screenplay:One Battle After Another – Paul Thomas Anderson
Performance Awards
- Supporting Actor:Sean Penn – One Battle After Another
- Supporting Actress:Amy Madigan – Weapons
- Leading Actor:Leonardo DiCaprio – One Battle After Another
- Leading Actress:Jessie Buckley – Hamnet
Technical and Artistic Achievement
- Achievement in Casting:One Battle After Another – Cassandra Kulukundis
- Best Animated Feature Film:KPop Demon Hunters
- Best International Feature Film:The Secret Agent (Brazil)
Additional Categories
- Best Documentary Feature Film: The Alabama Solution
- Best Visual Effects: Sinners
This year’s awards showcased diverse storytelling and outstanding performances, reflecting the evolving landscape of cinema. The competition was fierce, and the winners represent the pinnacle of filmmaking talent in 2026.
