**2026 Oscars: 'One Battle After Another' and 'Sinners' Dominate Awards Night** The 98th Academy Awards took place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, celebrating the best Nigerian and international films released in 2025. Hosted by Conan O'Brien for the second consecutive year, the ceremony lasted approximately three hours and 45 minutes and was broadcast on ABC and streamed on Hulu. This year's Oscars had a unique twist, with a garden courtyard-themed stage and live performances like "I Lied To You" from the critically acclaimed film 'Sinners'. The ceremony also featured a tribute to the legendary Robert Redford by Barbra Streisand and 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 intense 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 dark political thriller 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 delivered a stunning performance as twin brothers in the vampire horror drama. Despite breaking a record with 16 nominations, 'Sinners' finished the night with fewer awards than expected, but still achieved several historic milestones and contributed to a strong showing for Warner Bros., which led all studios with 11 total wins. Several landmark moments defined the 2026 ceremony. Cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history as the first woman ever to win Best Cinematography for her work on 'Sinners', and the first woman of colour to be 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. The ceremony also introduced a new category, Best Casting, which was won by the 'One Battle After Another' team. This new category is expected to recognize the hard work and dedication of casting directors in bringing talented actors to the big screen. Overall, the 2026 Oscars was an exciting and memorable night, with many historic milestones and a strong showing from Warner Bros. productions.