The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has unveiled the nominations for the 98th Academy Awards, celebrating the crème de la crème of cinema from the past year. The ceremony, set to take place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, promises to be a night of glamour and celebration.

The Best Picture category sees a diverse range of films vying for the top honor. Among them are 'Echoes of Time,' a historical drama directed by Clara Bennett, and 'Starlight Serenade,' a musical directed by Marcus Johnson. Other notable nominees include 'Whispers of the Past,' a thriller directed by Elena Rodriguez, and 'Horizon's Edge,' a science fiction epic helmed by David Kim.

In the acting categories, veteran actors share the spotlight with rising stars. For Best Actor, the nominees include James Wilson for his role in 'Whispers of the Past,' and Liam Harris for his performance in 'The Last Dance.' The Best Actress category features Emma Thompson for 'Echoes of Time' and Sophia Lee for 'Starlight Serenade.'

The Best Supporting Actor category includes names like Michael B. Jordan for 'Horizon's Edge' and Tom Hanks for 'The Last Dance.' In the Best Supporting Actress category, nominees include Viola Davis for 'Echoes of Time' and Lupita Nyong'o for 'Whispers of the Past.'

1. First — The nominations were announced by the Academy in a live-streamed event on their official website.
2. Second — The ceremony will be hosted by popular late-night talk show host, Ellen DeGeneres.
3. Third — The red carpet pre-show will be broadcast live on various entertainment networks.

The Oscars 2026 will also feature a special tribute to legendary actor and director, Meryl Streep, who will be honored with the Academy's highest honor, the Academy Honorary Award. The ceremony will conclude with a performance by renowned singer Adele, who will sing the iconic 'Theme from Up,' a tribute to the beloved animated film.

• 📊 'Echoes of Time' leads with 12 nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director
• 🔍 'Starlight Serenade' and 'Whispers of the Past' are close contenders with 10 and 9 nominations respectively
• ⚠️ The ceremony will be broadcast live on ABC and various international networks

The Oscars 2026 promises to be a night of celebration, honoring the best in film from the past year. With a diverse range of nominees and a star-studded lineup, the ceremony is sure to be an unforgettable event.