Michael B. Jordan's Oscar Bid: A Deeper Dive into the Record-Breaking Nominations for 'Sinners'
The 2026 Oscars are just around the corner, and Hollywood's biggest stars are shining bright on the red carpet. This year's crop of nominees is one for the books, with a record-breaking 16 nominations for Ryan Coogler's vampire thriller "Sinners." The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Michael B. Jordan, Wunmi Mosaku, and Delroy Lindo, who have all been recognized by the Academy.
For Jordan, playing dual roles as twins "Smoke" and "Stack" has presented a unique challenge. In his interview with On The Red Carpet at the Palm Springs International Film Festival, he revealed that bringing these characters to life requires a deep understanding of himself and his own emotions. "The roles and the characters I get...you try to bring as much of yourself, you know, and effort into them to bring those characters to life," he shared.
Jordan's performance has earned him a Best Lead Actor nod, making him one of six nominees in this category. He joins an impressive list of other actors vying for the top honor, including Leonardo DiCaprio, who is seeking his sixth Oscar nomination.
DiCaprio, too, spoke candidly about his latest project, "One Battle After Another," which has received a whopping eight nominations. When asked to describe the film, he called it an "original concept" that explores themes of revolution and family. Director Paul Thomas Anderson's vision, DiCaprio explained, is reminiscent of the social upheaval of the 1960s, but with a modern twist.
Other notable nominees include Jessie Buckley, who won Golden Globe and Critics Choice Awards for her performance in "Hamnet," now up for Best Actress. Buckley shared her thoughts on the film's impact, stating that as an artist, she hopes to evoke emotions in others. Her words echo the sentiments of many other nominees, who are eager to make a lasting impression at this year's Oscars.
The full list of nominees can be seen online, and On The Red Carpet will provide live coverage of the 98th Academy Awards on March 15. Don't miss "On The Red Carpet at the Oscars," which begins at 3:30 p.m. ET/12:30 p.m. PT and features interviews with the stars, red carpet fashion analysis, and more!
The 2026 Oscars are just around the corner, and Hollywood's biggest stars are shining bright on the red carpet. This year's crop of nominees is one for the books, with a record-breaking 16 nominations for Ryan Coogler's vampire thriller "Sinners." The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Michael B. Jordan, Wunmi Mosaku, and Delroy Lindo, who have all been recognized by the Academy.
For Jordan, playing dual roles as twins "Smoke" and "Stack" has presented a unique challenge. In his interview with On The Red Carpet at the Palm Springs International Film Festival, he revealed that bringing these characters to life requires a deep understanding of himself and his own emotions. "The roles and the characters I get...you try to bring as much of yourself, you know, and effort into them to bring those characters to life," he shared.
Jordan's performance has earned him a Best Lead Actor nod, making him one of six nominees in this category. He joins an impressive list of other actors vying for the top honor, including Leonardo DiCaprio, who is seeking his sixth Oscar nomination.
DiCaprio, too, spoke candidly about his latest project, "One Battle After Another," which has received a whopping eight nominations. When asked to describe the film, he called it an "original concept" that explores themes of revolution and family. Director Paul Thomas Anderson's vision, DiCaprio explained, is reminiscent of the social upheaval of the 1960s, but with a modern twist.
Other notable nominees include Jessie Buckley, who won Golden Globe and Critics Choice Awards for her performance in "Hamnet," now up for Best Actress. Buckley shared her thoughts on the film's impact, stating that as an artist, she hopes to evoke emotions in others. Her words echo the sentiments of many other nominees, who are eager to make a lasting impression at this year's Oscars.
The full list of nominees can be seen online, and On The Red Carpet will provide live coverage of the 98th Academy Awards on March 15. Don't miss "On The Red Carpet at the Oscars," which begins at 3:30 p.m. ET/12:30 p.m. PT and features interviews with the stars, red carpet fashion analysis, and more!
Michael B Jordan is definitely giving me all the feels for his role as "Smoke" in "Sinners" 
He's been working so hard to bring those twin characters to life 
And I think it's amazing that he's being recognized by the Academy for his incredible performance 
The fact that he's playing multiple roles adds an extra layer of complexity to his acting 
Fingers crossed! 
think about it... when you're trying to bring a character to life on screen... that's kinda like when we try to understand ourselves and our emotions in real life 
. michael b jordan is saying he tries to put his own effort into the roles he takes on, just like how we gotta be honest with ourselves about who we are and what makes us tick 
. it's all about being authentic and genuine, whether you're acting or living your life 
. And let's not forget about Leonardo DiCaprio, who's been pushing the boundaries of filmmaking for decades 
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. I think Ryan Coogler is doing a great job with "Sinners", but let's be real, it's not like they're breaking new ground or anything 
. It's just another vampire thriller... yeah, sure, Michael B Jordan's got some great lines and all that, but at the end of the day, it's still just a movie 
Meanwhile, Leonardo DiCaprio is also vying for the top honor with eight nominations for "One Battle After Another". 
Here's some stats to give you an idea of the competition:
he's been on my radar since Creed and now he's breaking records left and right 
i think it's so cool that he's getting recognition for his dual role in sinners, it's like he's doing something entirely new. and leonardo dicaprio joining the competition is a bonus 
. Playing dual roles as twins sounds super boring, and I'm not buying into his whole "bringing himself" onto the screen thing 
. Can we just have a more nuanced performance for once?
, but let's be real, she's got some stiff competition in that Best Actress category 
. And what's up with all the red carpet coverage? It's just an excuse for the rich and famous to show off their designer duds 
