Sinners
Michael B. Jordan wins best actor Oscar for Sinners, capping strong awards season
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Building on his SAG Awards victory, Michael B. Jordan won the best actor Oscar at the 98th Academy Awards for his dual role in Ryan Coogler's *Sinners*. He advised fellow artists to 'dream big and be kind.' *Sinners* earned four wins in a competitive field.
Following his Golden Globe win for the same score, Ludwig Göransson won the Best Original Score Oscar for Sinners at the 2026 Academy Awards, marking his fifth nomination and third win overall in the category. Sinners set a record with 16 nominations and won four Oscars, including for lead actor Michael B. Jordan. Göransson accepted the award from the reunited Bridesmaids cast at Hollywood's Dolby Theatre.
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Following Sinners' four Oscar wins for original screenplay, lead actor, cinematography, and score, Book Riot has republished a list of recommended books. The list highlights works that echo the film's themes of the South, vampirism, and Black experiences. Directed by Ryan Coogler, the vampire horror movie has captivated audiences since its release.
Francine Maisler, a veteran casting director, is positioned as the leading contender for the Academy's inaugural award for achievement in casting, thanks to her work on Ryan Coogler's Sinners. The film has received the most Oscar nominations of any movie ever. Maisler has collaborated with numerous acclaimed filmmakers over her extensive career.
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The sequel to the hit musical Wicked, titled Wicked: For Good, was completely shut out of the 2026 Academy Awards nominations, despite the original film earning 10 nods the previous year. In contrast, Sinners set a new record with the most Oscar nominations ever. The announcement highlights shifting voter preferences for sequels and musicals.
Ryan Coogler has stated that his 2016 decision to decline an invitation to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences stemmed from his busy schedule and discomfort with judging films, not animosity toward Oscar voters. The director shared these insights in a New York Times profile amid strong Oscar buzz for his latest film, Sinners. Coogler emphasized his preference for labor unions over awards bodies while appreciating the camaraderie of awards season.
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The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards nominations were announced, with Ryan Coogler's Sinners topping the list with 17 nods across film categories. Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another followed closely with 14 nominations, while notable snubs included Cynthia Erivo for Wicked: For Good. The awards ceremony is set to air live on E! on January 4, 2026, hosted by Chelsea Handler.
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