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Sinners earns record 16 oscar nominations
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Ryan Coogler's Sinners has broken the all-time Academy Awards record with 16 nominations, surpassing previous highs set by All About Eve, Titanic and La La Land. The supernatural thriller led a diverse field that included strong showings from international films and Netflix titles, while Warner Bros tied its own record with 30 nods overall. The nominations, announced on January 22, 2026, highlight a surge in global representation and the debut of a new casting category.
Himesh Patel has joined the cast of Ryan Coogler's Hulu reboot of The X-Files as the male lead, opposite Danielle Deadwyler. The duo will portray two highly decorated but different FBI agents assigned to investigate unexplained phenomena. Hulu ordered the pilot in February.
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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.
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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In a recent Variety Awards Circuit Podcast interview, Michael B. Jordan discussed the challenges of starring in Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners,' a supernatural drama set in 1930s Jim Crow-era Mississippi where he plays twin brothers. He described the role as the second hardest project of his career and shared updates on directing a reimagined 'The Thomas Crown Affair' and the future of the 'Creed' franchise. Jordan emphasized his collaboration with Coogler and the film's personal significance.