Oscars 2026: Surprising facts about the nominees

A Record-Breaking Batch of Nominees: What's Cooking at the Oscars?

The 98th Academy Awards are set to be a night to remember, with several surprises and records being broken along the way. The highly anticipated nominations were announced on Thursday, sending shockwaves through Hollywood.

At the forefront of this year's contenders is Paul Thomas Anderson's epic film "One Battle After Another," which took home a staggering 13 Oscar nods, securing second place behind Ryan Coogler's vampire masterpiece "Sinners." This record-breaking performance shatters the previous mark set by "All About Eve," "Titanic," and "La La Land."

But it's not all about the big hitters. Emerging talent is also making waves in the industry. The 2026 Oscar nominations welcomed a fresh batch of first-time nominees, including Rose Byrne, Jacob Elordi, Elle Fanning, Michael B. Jordan, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, Delroy Lindo, Wagner Moura, Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgard, and Teyana Taylor.

Timothée Chalamet is also making history with his ninth Oscar nomination, becoming the youngest actor since Marlon Brando to receive a third Best Actor nod for "Marty Supreme." This achievement solidifies his status as one of Hollywood's most promising young stars.

The K-pop genre has finally made its mark on the Oscars. Netflix film "KPop Demon Hunters" became the first song in this genre to ever be nominated for an Oscar, with its hit single "Golden" taking center stage. The film also received a nomination for Best Animated Feature Film, marking a significant milestone for K-pop's presence at the Academy Awards.

Last but not least, legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg has broken a record with his 14th nomination for Best Picture. This achievement is a testament to his enduring legacy in the film industry.

The 98th Academy Awards are set to take place on March 15 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, with ABC and Hulu streaming live coverage starting at 7 p.m. ET. It's shaping up to be an unforgettable night, filled with surprises, records broken, and the cream of Hollywood's crop vying for glory. Will this be "Sinners"' year? Only time will tell.
 
omg can u believe its gonna be a whole new level at the oscars this year 🤩 i mean 13 nominations for one film is insane! paul thomas anderson is on fire rn 🌟 but lowkey i'm loving that emerging talent getting recognition too 👏 rose byrne, jacob elordi & elle fanning are all so talented & young 💖 timothée chalamet's ninth nom is a big deal btw 😎 & k-pop finally making its mark on the oscars is amazing 🕺 'kpop demon hunters' getting nominated for best animated feature is wild too 🤯 steven spielberg breaking records is just incredible, he's the real deal 🙌 can't wait to see who'll take home those awards on march 15 💥
 
I'm a bit surprised by the number of first-time nominees this year 🤔. I mean, it's great to see new faces in the industry, but at the same time, you can't help but feel like some of these actors might be a bit... green? 😅 Still, it's all about supporting up-and-coming talent and giving them a chance to shine. And hey, if they bring home that Oscar, who cares if they're not as seasoned as some of the old pros? 💖 It's all about the art, right? 🎥
 
omg, can you believe the nominees for Oscars 2025?! 🤯 it's like they're trying to break all the records at once lol. 13 Oscar nods for Paul Thomas Anderson's film is insane! and timothée chalamet becoming the youngest actor with a third Best Actor nomination? that's amazing 🙌. but i gotta say, the inclusion of K-pop in Oscars nominations is SO cool! it's about time we see more diversity in the industry 🎉. anyway, can't wait to watch all these movies and see who takes home the trophy 🏆
 
OMG, can you even believe the Oscar nominations this year?! 🤯 Like, I know Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" is already a record-breaker with 13 nods, but Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" taking the lead? Mind. Blown.

And don't even get me started on Timothée Chalamet becoming the youngest actor to receive a third Best Actor nod... that's like, totally on another level 🤩. And K-pop finally making its mark on the Oscars? "KPop Demon Hunters" being nominated for Best Animated Feature Film is everything and more!

I'm also low-key excited about the emergence of new talent in this year's nominees. Rose Byrne, Jacob Elordi, Elle Fanning... they're all like, totally talented and stuff 😍.

But what really got me was Steven Spielberg breaking that record with his 14th Best Picture nomination. Like, the man is a legend for a reason 🙌. The ceremony itself is going to be epic, with ABC and Hulu streaming live coverage and all that jazz. Fingers crossed it's gonna be a night to remember! 💫
 
🤯 you know what's wild? I just tried this new air fryer thingy at home and OMG it changed my life ! 🍟 I was skeptical at first, but now I'm hooked! I mean, have you ever had that perfect crispy chip without all the extra oil? 😲 It's like a game-changer. I'm thinking of making some popcorn for the Oscars tonight... 🎥👀
 
ugh I'm so done with these oscars nominations 🤯 13 nods for "One Battle After Another"?! isn't that just excessive? like can't they just pick a few winners already? and what's with all the k-pop nonsense? a netflix film about demon hunters getting an oscar nom? it just feels like they're trying to be edgy and cool. and don't even get me started on steven spiegelberg having 14 nominations 🙄 he should just win already, it's time for someone new to shine
 
I'm so excited about the Oscars this year! 🎉 I think it's amazing that Paul Thomas Anderson is breaking records with his film "One Battle After Another" - 13 Oscar nods is insane! 😲 And I love how diverse the nominees are, from talented newcomers like Rose Byrne and Jacob Elordi to veteran legends like Steven Spielberg. It's going to be a night to remember for sure! 🎬 The fact that K-pop is finally getting recognition at the Oscars with "KPop Demon Hunters" and its hit single "Golden" is super cool too 😊. And let's not forget Timothée Chalamet, he's literally on fire 🔥. Can't wait to see who takes home the awards! 🏆
 
omg can't even... 14th nomination for Steven Spielberg is insane! he's been making movies since forever 🕰️ and still going strong. and I'm loving the diversity in nominations this year, it's like the Oscars are finally catching up to our times 😊. K-pop getting recognition is a big deal too, "Golden" from "KPop Demon Hunters" is such a bop 💃🏽. but seriously, who else could make "Marty Supreme" sound like a real movie title? Timothée Chalamet's ninth nomination is wild 🤯, and I'm so here for Elle Fanning being a first-time nominee too 👧. it's all about the surprises and records this year, can't wait to see who wins 🏆
 
omg can't believe how crazy this oscars season is 🤯 so much talent in one batch of nominees, but like what if none of these big hitters take home the awards? 🤔 i mean don't get me wrong, paul thomas anderson's "one battle after another" sounds intense, but ryan coogler's "sinners" feels kinda overhyped 😐 and timothée chalamet's gotta bring his A game if he wants that 3rd best actor nod 💪 but hey, at least the k-pop genre is finally getting some love 🎶 wagner moura and renate reinsve looking pretty strong in their respective categories 👀 fingers crossed for a few upsets!
 
🤔 I'm like, totally surprised about Paul Thomas Anderson getting 13 nominations...that's insane! But I gotta ask, has anyone actually seen "One Battle After Another" yet? 🎥 I mean, I know it's getting a lot of buzz but I wanna make sure I'm not just jumping on the bandwagon 😂. And what's with the K-pop nomination? Is this the start of something new for Hollywood? 🎵 Should we be excited about more diverse music in the Oscars? 🤷‍♀️
 
omg i cant even 🤯 its been ages since i've seen a movie that actually makes me wanna go watch it in theaters like what happened to all the good ones from 20XX ?? sinners sounds hella interesting tho and paul thomas anders is back with another epic one ill def be watching those nominees lol timothée chalamet is on fire btw 14 steven spielberg nominations is wild
 
🎬👀 so I'm watching the Oscar nominations and I gotta say 13 nods for Paul Thomas Anderson's film is wild 🤯 and Timothée Chalamet making history with his ninth nom at just 25 is insane 🤑💥 meanwhile "KPop Demon Hunters" becoming the first K-pop song to be nominated for an Oscar is a big deal 🎵👏 also can't help but wonder what's going on with Steven Spielberg's record-breaking 14th nomination lol like what's he gonna do with all those Oscars 🤣🏆
 
🤔 what's up w/ all these oscars tho?! 98nd year already! 🎉 how can they fit so many iconic films into one night lol. paul thomas anderson is a genius, but sinners vs Marty Supreme for best actor? gotta watch both to decide 📺 steven spiler is still the king of filmmaking btw 🙌
 
man... think about it 🤔, how do you even measure the impact of these record-breaking nominations? is it just about the numbers, or is there something more to it? like, paul thomas anderson's film, "one battle after another" - what does that say about our society right now? we're living in a world where epic stories are being told, where the stakes are high and the consequences are real. it's like, we're all just trying to find our place in this crazy world, and those movies become a reflection of that.

and then there's timothée chalamet - what's it say about our obsession with youth and talent? is it fair to put so much pressure on these young actors? or are they the future of our industry? and what about steven spielberg - his 14th nomination, what does that say about the state of filmmaking today? is it just a numbers game, or is there something more to it?

and have you seen "sinners" trailer? 🎥 it's like, this whole vampire world that we're drawn into... what does that say about our own desires and fears? are we really scared of death, or is it just a metaphor for something deeper?
 
I think what's really cooking right now is the diversity of talent that's making waves at the Oscars 🤩. I mean, we've got Paul Thomas Anderson's epic film up against Ryan Coogler's vampire masterpiece - both of which are going to be absolute blockbusters when they hit theaters. And let's not forget about the newbies who are shaking things up, like Rose Byrne and Jacob Elordi - it's amazing to see them getting their big break in such a big way 🎥.

And then there's Timothée Chalamet, who's just cementing his status as one of the hottest young stars in Hollywood right now. Nine nominations is crazy, but I think he's going to keep pushing himself to be even better. I'm also really stoked that Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters" got a nomination - it's about time K-pop made its mark on the Oscars 🎵.

But what I find most exciting is how Steven Spielberg is still breaking records and making history with his 14th nomination for Best Picture. It just goes to show that even after all these years, he's still one of the biggest names in Hollywood and people want to work with him 💥. Can't wait to see who's going to take home those Oscars! 🏆
 
omg can u believe the nominations lol so many record breakers i mean 13 nods for one movie is insane! and steven spiegelbergs 14th nom is on point he's like a legend for real but what about the underdogs? rose byrne and jacob elordi are low key my faves i wanna see "Kpop Demon Hunters" live on tv tho that genre finally getting its due and timothée chalamets 9th nom is wild he's so talented btw
 
I'm so hyped about the Oscars nominations this year 🎉! 13 nods for Paul Thomas Anderson is crazy talk 🤯! I'm loving the diversity in nominees too, it's awesome to see fresh faces like Rose Byrne and Elle Fanning getting recognition 💖. The K-pop genre finally breaking into the Oscars is a game changer 🕺, "Golden" is going to slay on that stage 👑. Timothée Chalamet is a teen idol at this point 😍. Can't wait for March 15th to roll around and see all the talented folks in action 🎥💫
 
🤔 I'm not sure about all these record-breaking performances... Like, 13 nominations for one film? That's a lot of hype if you ask me 🎬. And what's with the K-pop genre being recognized at the Oscars? Don't get me wrong, I love a good beat drop as much as the next person 😂, but is this just a marketing ploy to attract new fans or something? The fact that Netflix film "KPop Demon Hunters" got nominated for Best Animated Feature Film feels like it's more about generating buzz than actual artistic merit 🤷‍♂️. And let's not forget Timothée Chalamet's ninth Oscar nomination - is he just phoning it in at this point? 💁‍♂️
 
🤦‍♂️ Ugh, another Oscars season and I'm already annoyed... 14 nominations for Spielberg is just lazy, can't he come up with something new for once? 🙄 And what's with the K-pop genre getting its own category now? "KPop Demon Hunters" being nominated for Best Animated Feature? Come on! 🎥 It's a music video, not an actual movie. And don't even get me started on the lack of diversity in the nominees... more first-timers is just code for "not enough Oscar buzz for established actors". 😒
 
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