**2026 Oscars: 'Sinners' and 'One Battle After Another' Dominate the Night** The 98th edition of the Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, took place on March 15, 2026, at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The ceremony, hosted by Conan O'Brien for the second consecutive year, lasted approximately three hours and 45 minutes and was broadcast on ABC and streamed on Hulu. This year's Oscars featured a unique garden courtyard–themed stage and live performances, including the hit song "I Lied To You" from the movie Sinners. The ceremony also paid tribute to legendary actor Robert Redford and honored the memories of industry greats through the traditional In Memoriam segment. Security was heightened due to external threats surrounding the event. The night belonged to two Warner Bros. productions, One Battle After Another and Sinners, which had been fierce rivals throughout the awards season. Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, One Battle After Another emerged as the biggest winner of the evening with six Academy Awards, including Best Picture. The movie stars Leonardo DiCaprio as an ex-radical caught in a high-stakes chase. Meanwhile, Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler, secured four Oscars, including Best Actor for Michael B. Jordan, who played twin brothers in the vampire horror drama. Despite entering the ceremony with a record-breaking 16 nominations, Sinners finished the night with fewer awards than expected, but still made history with several milestones. One of the standout moments of the night came when cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history as the first woman ever to win Best Cinematography for her work on Sinners. She also became the first woman of colour nominated in the category. During her acceptance speech, she invited all women in the room to stand and expressed gratitude to the female support network behind the campaign. Another significant milestone was the introduction of the new category, Best Casting. This move is expected to recognize the often-overlooked work of casting directors, who play a crucial role in bringing characters to life on the big screen. The 2026 Oscars were a testament to the power of storytelling and the dedication of industry professionals. As the Nigerian film industry continues to grow and evolve, the Oscars serve as a reminder of the importance of innovation, creativity, and perseverance in the world of cinema.