The 98th edition of Oscar took place on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Dolby Theatre, at Los Angeles, Estados Unidos. The film One Battle After Another, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, won the award for best film and led the awards by winning six statuettes in total. The production surpassed Pecadores, which entered the night with 16 nominations, the most in the history of the awards, but ended with four wins. The ceremony passed without any major surprises or notable controversies, focusing on the honorees and their technical achievements.
Michael B. Jordan received the Oscar for best actor for his role in Pecadores. Jessie Buckley won the best actress award for Hamnet. The film One Battle After Another also secured best direction for Paul Thomas Anderson, best adapted screenplay, best editing and best cast. Essas victories highlighted the recognition of the film’s directorial work and narrative.
Highlighted technical and musical victories
Pecadores won awards in important technical categories. Ludwig Goransson won best original score for his work on the film. Outras areas such as sound and photography also rewarded contributions from various productions on the night.
Autumn Durald Arkapaw won best photography for Pecadores. Sean Penn received best supporting actor for One Battle After Another. Essas achievements reinforced the balance between performances and technical aspects in the awards.
The film One Battle After Another stood out for its consistency in multiple areas. The production has accumulated awards that value both the direction and the cast and creative team as a whole. The best picture win capped a strong campaign during awards season.
Lack of awards for Brazilian nominees
Agente Secreto, a Brazilian production with five nominations, including best film, best international film, best actor for Wagner Moura and best cast, did not win any statuettes. Adolpho Veloso also lost out on the best photography award for Sonhos by train. Brasil equaled the national record for nominations in a single edition, but did not convert it into victories.
Wagner Moura was present on the red carpet and wore a Brazilian designer brooch symbolizing peace. Brazilian participation generated positive repercussions among the public, despite the results. The absence of awards for local nominees did not diminish the historic prominence achieved in the nominations.
Moments of the ceremony and general reception
The evening’s presentation included references to the future of cinema, such as mentions of artificial intelligence and changes in the sector. The event maintained a traditional format, with tributes and musical performances. Críticos pointed out that the ceremony took place predictably, without major clashes or unexpected moments that marked the edition.
The winners’ speeches emphasized gratitude to the team and the impact of the productions. The award took place in a context of discussions about current cinema, but prioritized the facts of achievements. The public followed the live broadcast, focusing on the results announced throughout the night.
Recognition of other categories
Hamnet secured best actress for Jessie Buckley and other mentions in technical areas. Filmes like Bugonia, Frankenstein, and Marty Supreme appeared on the nominee lists but did not dominate the top awards. The diversity of productions reflected the breadth of nominations in 2026.
The victory of One Battle After Another consolidated the film as a highlight of the season. The production received praise for its narrative and technical execution. Oscar 2026 ended with recognition for works that stood out in different aspects of cinema.
Top winners of the night
- Best film: One Battle After Another
- Best direction: Paul Thomas Anderson (One battle after another)
- Best actor: Michael B. Jordan (Sinners)
- Best Actress: Jessie Buckley (Hamnet)
- Best Supporting Actor: Sean Penn (One battle after another)
- Best soundtrack: Ludwig Goransson (Sinners)
The ceremony highlighted the balance between strong storytelling and artistic contributions. The event reinforced the prestige of Oscar as the main award in world cinema.