Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' dominated the 98th Academy Awards, winning Best Picture and Best Director. Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history as the first woman to win Best Cinematographer for 'Sinners,' which also earned Michael B. Jordan Best Actor. Jessie Buckley won Best Actress for 'Hamnet,' amidst celebrity reunions and after-party buzz.
The 98th Academy Awards in 2026 saw Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' emerge as the night's biggest winner, taking home Best Picture, Best Director, Best Supporting Actor, Best Casting, Best Film Editing, and Best Adapted Screenplay. 'Sinners,' with 16 nominations, also celebrated significant wins, including Best Original Screenplay and a historic Best Cinematography award for Autumn Durald Arkapaw, the first woman to achieve this honor. Michael B. Jordan secured Best Actor for his role in 'Sinners,' while Jessie Buckley was recognized as Best Actress for 'Hamnet.' The ceremony featured memorable moments such as the reunion of Nicole Kidman and Ewan McGregor to present Best Picture, and a moving In Memoriam segment by Billy Crystal and Rachel McAdams. Post-show celebrations continued at the Vanity Fair after-party, attended by numerous celebrities. The event highlighted both expected triumphs and groundbreaking achievements in the film industry.
