Oscars 2026: What to expect, how to watch and who will win

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March 15, 2026
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Three films will compete for top honors at the 2026 Oscars ceremony on Sunday.

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Three films—Sinners, One Battle After Another, and Hamnet—are competing for top honors at the 2026 Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday. The Oscar nominations represent Hollywood's most prestigious recognition, with these titles among the leading contenders for Best Picture. The ceremony will determine which film receives the industry's highest award. Viewers can watch the awards show this Sunday to see which of the three frontrunners takes home the top prize.

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