2026 Oscars Analysis: How ‘One Battle’ Beat ‘Sinners,’ Jordan Overcame Chalamet and Penn Won Without Doing Anything
The Hollywood Reporter's Scott Feinberg provides a post-mortem of Sunday's ceremony and the long season it brought to a close.
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National Theatre Director Indhu Rubasingham Eyes Bollywood Talent, India Expansion — and Brings Ayesha Dharker Full Circle in ‘The Jungle Book’
When Indhu Rubasingham brought Shabana Azmi to the National Theatre stage in 2000 for Tanika Gupta’s play “The Waiting Room,” the institution was caught off guard. “At that time, people at the National didn’t know who Shabana Azmi was,” Rubasingham recalls. “They were naive to
How Ursula K. Le Guin’s “Carrier Bag Theory” Inspired Two CPH:DOX Films
Irene Kaltenborn's 'The Mother Age' and Otilia Portillo Padua's 'Daughters of the Forest' feature in this year's Copenhagen International Documentary Festival lineup and follow “journeys that gather instead of conquer.”
Ireland Celebrates Jessie Buckley as the Country’s First Best Actress Oscar Winner: ‘A Historic Moment’
“Hamnet” star Jessie Buckley became an Irish national hero on Sunday night as she made Oscar history, becoming the first best actress winner from the country. Back home in Ireland, Buckley was celebrated by President Catherine Connolly alongside Irish animator Richard Baneham,
‘The Jungle Book’ at London’s National Theatre Casts Olivier Winner Hiran Abeysekera as Mowgli (EXCLUSIVE)
Olivier Award winner Hiran Abeysekera will play Mowgli in a new stage adaptation of “The Jungle Book” at London’s National Theatre, with “The Father and the Assassin” playwright Anupama Chandrasekhar penning the script and Indhu Rubasingham directing. Abeysekera, who won the
Javier Bardem Explains Why He Spoke Up About War, Palestine at Oscars
"You can be part of the movie-making community, which is an important community, and also be a citizen," the actor said
Jessie Buckley Closes Her Best Actress Oscar Acceptance Speech With Gaelic Message
The 'Hamnet' star became the first Irish woman in history to win the prestigious award on Sunday evening.
Norway Cheers Its First Oscar for Best International Feature Film With Joachim Trier’s ‘Sentimental Value’ as ‘Historic Moment’
Norway is ecstatic about the country’s first Oscar for best international feature with Joachim Trier’s “Sentimental Value.” The film, Trier’s sixth feature and follow-up to “The Worst Person in the World” — which had landed nominations in the international category and for
Conan O’Brien Concludes Oscars With Tribute to Martin Short After Daughter’s Death
Katherine Hartley Short died at age 42 in February
‘Bridesmaids’ Star Wendi McLendon-Covey Clears Up Her Absence From Oscars Reunion: “I Had a Neck Lift… No Drama”
On why she wasn't able to join Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Rose Byrne, Maya Rudolph and Ellie Kemper on stage at the Dolby, McLendon-Covey says she was "tired of looking like a melted candle."
‘Bridesmaids’ Star Wendi McClendon-Covey Clears Up Her Absence From Oscars Reunion: “I Had a Neck Lift… No Drama”
On why she wasn't able to join Kristen Wiig, Melissa McCarthy, Rose Byrne, Maya Rudolph and Ellie Kemper on stage at the Dolby, McClendon-Covey says she was "tired of looking like a melted candle."
‘The Sandbox’ Doc Director on Her “Story About Power” and Hope to Make Us Think About How We Choose to Use, or Not Use, Technology as a Tool
Kenya-Jade Pinto‘s film, premiering at CPH:DOX in Copenhagen, goes inside “a global black box of migration, surveillance and control.”
Michael B. Jordan’s Advice to Fellow Artists After Oscar Win: “Dream Big and Be Kind”
Following his victory for best actor, the 'Sinners' star said backstage, "I'm just walking my path."
Zhang Ziyi, Liu Haoran, Terrance Lau Receive Special Honors at Stripped-Down Asian Film Awards
The annual event ditched competitive categories this year, opting for a “dignified and minimalist” program after Hong Kong’s deadly apartment fire.
Oscars: Timothée Chalamet’s Best Actor Snub, Ballet-Opera Jokes and Date Night With Kylie Jenner
The 'Marty Supreme' star was up for his third Academy Award nomination Sunday night.
Oscars Snubs and Surprises: ‘Marty Supreme’ Shut Out Amid Unexpected Documentary Feature Win and Short Film Tie
Though 'One Battle After Another' and 'Sinners' dominated the ceremony as expected, with six and four wins, respectively, the titles traded wins sometimes defying experts' predictions.
The 2026 Oscars Review: A Tasteful and Overly Safe Show Sustained by Just Enough Suspense
In the best of all worlds, the Oscars are exciting: fun and suspenseful, moving and meaningful. At their most supreme, they leave you with the feeling that movies matter. In the worst of all worlds, the Oscars are boring: blasé and predictable, overrun by kitsch, with no
‘The Fox’ Review: Jai Courtney-Emily Browning Dark Comedy Has Bite
There’s only one hole in “The Fox,” a shrewdly conceived and meticulously plotted black comedy in which a magical ditch exists where people can deposit their lovers and have them come out the other side far more malleable in terms of the partners they’d want them to be. The
‘Bridesmaids’ Star Wendi McClendon-Covey Missed Oscars Reunion Due to ‘Neck Lift’ and Says There’s ‘No Drama’
Actress Wendi McClendon-Covey is being characteristically blunt about why she did not take part in Sunday’s “Bridesmaids” reunion on the live Academy Awards telecast. “I had a neck lift last week because I’m tired of looking like a melting candle. So I had to skip the Academy
Paul Thomas Anderson Addresses Criticism Around Portrayal of Black Women in ‘One Battle After Another’ Following Oscar Win
The filmmaker responded to some longtime discourse around his film after winning three statues, including best picture, at Sunday's show.
Nine Variety Actors on Actors, Cover, Awards Circuit Podcast and Inside the Frame Winners at Oscars 2026
“One Battle After Another” was the big winner at the 2026 Academy Awards, picking up six Oscars, with “Sinners” close behind with four — making it a huge night for Warner Bros., the studio behind both films. But it was also a big night for Variety, the authoritative media
‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ Help Warner Bros. Tie Record for Most Oscar Wins by Studio
Paul Thomas Anderson’s film won six trophies while Ryan Coogler’s earned four to help their studio top the scorecard for most wins by a Hollywood major on Sunday night.
Most Memorable Moments at 2026 Oscars: Conan O’Brien Rapid-Fire Jokes, Iconic Reunions and Dazzling Performances
From Anna Wintour channeling 'The Devil Wears Prada' to Jimmy Kimmel taking digs at Trump and CBS, here are some of the highlights from the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday.
Oscars 2026 Snack Tradition Continues: What Food Was Under Guests’ Seats?
“These snacks may not look like much but in any movie theater they would run you $85,” a note from host Conan O’Brien read with the snacks.
Korea Box Office: ‘The King’s Warden’ Surpasses 13 Million Admissions in Sixth Week
Historical drama “The King’s Warden” continued its exceptional run at the South Korean box office, crossing the 13 million admissions threshold during the weekend of Mar. 13–15. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the film
Paul Thomas Anderson Says “Let’s Have a Martini” as ‘One Battle After Another’ Wins Best Picture
The veteran auteur ended his Academy Awards dry spell in epic fashion by seeing his film win a total of six Oscars during the ceremony, including trophies for best picture, director and adapted screenplay.
China Box Office: ‘Pegasus 3’ Stays Ahead as ‘GOAT’ Debuts
Racing comedy “Pegasus 3” maintained its hold on the top spot at the China box office during the March 13–15 weekend, earning RMB77.7 million ($10.9 million) in its fourth weekend of release, according to data from Artisan Gateway. Produced by PMF Pictures, the film has now
Diane Warren Vows ‘I’ll Be Back’ at Oscars, While Boasting ‘I Set a New Record Tonight!’ — as Most Nominated Person to Not Win a Competitive Academy Award
Diane Warren is taking her latest Oscar loss in stride, posting on social media after the ceremony: “Well at least I’m consistent! And I set a new record tonite!! But U know me, I will be back if you’ll have me!!!” Surely they will — Warren has not not picked up a nomination
Oscars Snubs and Surprises: Timothée Chalamet and ‘Marty Supreme’ Win Nothing, ‘Sinners’ Casting Director Misses and More
The 98th Academy Awards have wrapped, and like so many times during award season, there were moments that took both creatives and audiences by surprise. Read about the night’s biggest shocks below. Surprise: “One Battle After Another” won best picture. After a tight race this
‘One Battle After Another’ and Paul Thomas Anderson Dominate an Oscars Packed With First-Timers
Debutantes including Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler and Amy Madigan also blanketed the show Sunday night, contributing to a celebratory feel amid a mostly unspoken gloom.
Hwang Dong-hyuk on Burying ‘Squid Game’ for a Decade, Korea’s Global Rise and What He Owes Hong Kong Cinema at Asian Film Awards Masterclass
The best feedback Hwang Dong-hyuk received when he first pitched “Squid Game” in 2009 was someone asking him how he could possibly have come up with something so absurd. “That was the most positive response I got,” he told a packed house Sunday at the Xiqu Centre, Hong Kong,
Conan O’Brien Ends Oscars by Shouting ‘We Love You Martin Short!’ After Death of Comedian’s Daughter
Conan O’Brien wrapped up this year’s Oscars with a word of support to his pal Martin Short: “We Love You Martin Short!” he shouted from the Dolby Theatre stage as he signed off the telecast. Short postponed his comedy tour with Steve Martin following the death of his daughter
‘One Battle After Another’ Named Best Picture at 2026 Oscars
The film dominated the ceremonies with six awards including Best Director and Best Supporting Actor
‘Sinners’ Star Michael B. Jordan Receives Triumphant Standing Ovation for Best Actor Win at 2026 Oscars
The actor's portrayal of twins Smoke and Stack in Ryan Coogler's critically-acclaimed horror has earned him his first Academy Award
Autumn Durald Arkapaw Becomes First Woman to Win Cinematography Oscar
Arkapaw also made history as the first Black-Filipino American to take home Best Cinematography award
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Wins Best Original Song — But Isn’t Allowed to Finish Acceptance Speech
After singer-songwriter Ejae gave her speech, the orchestra played off songwriter Yu-Han Lee as he attempted to give his
Barbra Streisand Sings ‘The Way We Were’ for Robert Redford During 2026 Oscars’ In Memoriam
The vocalist costarred with Redford in the 1973 movie of the same name
The 2026 Oscars’ Rob Reiner Tribute Will Leave You in Tears
Following Billy Crystal's personal speech about his friendship with the director, various actors and actresses from Reiner's films filled the stage
Oscars’ Category Ends in a Rare Tie for the First Time in Years: ‘I’m Not Joking’
The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva both got a chance to accept Academy Awards
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Wins Best Animated Feature at Oscars: ‘This Is for Koreans Everywhere’
"I'm so sorry that it took us so long to see us in a movie like this, but it is here," said co-director Maggie Kang, who dedicated the win to Korea
Conan O’Brien Proves Someone Actually Does Care About Opera in 2026 Oscars Monologue
The comedian poked fun at Timotheé Chalamet, inhabited the role of Aunt Gladys in Weapons , and celebrated the international efforts required to bring movies to life
Oscars 2026 Winners: See the Complete List
The full rundown of who won what on film’s biggest night
Box Office: ‘Scream 7’ Becomes Franchise’s Highest-Grossing Release With $176 Million, ‘Hamnet’ Surpasses $100 Million Milestone
All hail Ghostface. Paramount’s slasher sequel “Scream 7” is officially the highest-grossing installment in the long-running franchise with $176.9 million, overtaking the lifetime hauls of the original 1996 “Scream” ($173 million) and 1997 sequel “Scream 2” ($172 million), not
How to Watch the 2026 Oscars Ceremony Live Online
With the Oscars Sunday night, it’s time to get your viewing plans in order. The 98th Academy Awards will take place on Sunday, March 15, at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET at the Dolby Theater at Ovation Hollywood in Los Angeles. Conan O’Brien returns for a second year to host the awards
‘Family Movie’ Review: Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sedgwick Get Their Kids Into a Bloody Good Time
One suspects the dinner table conversation about making “Family Movie” had to go a bit better for Kevin Bacon than for Jack Smith, the B-movie director he plays in this horror movie send-up. But the fear that Bacon has gathered everyone for something indulgent is quickly
Nathan Filion Reveals ‘Firefly’ Revival Being Developed as an Animated Series
Now it can be revealed: “Firefly” is indeed coming back, sorta. Star Nathan Fillion, who had been teasing some sort of revival of the cult hit series — which lasted less than one season, and then returned as a movie — will be an animated show. According to Deadline, which broke
Box Office: Colleen Hoover’s ‘Reminders of Him’ Impresses With $18 Million, ‘The Bride!’ Craters By 70% as ‘Hoppers’ Remains No. 1
Colleen Hoover is once again proving her box office prowess. Universal’s romantic drama “Reminders of Him,” the author’s latest best-seller to land on the big screen, impressed with $18.2 million from 3,402 North American theaters in its debut. Those ticket sales are notably
With SXSW Debuts ‘The Saviors’ and ‘Wishful Thinking,’ Newcomer Highway 10 Showcases Its Moviemaking Ambitions
Matt Smith and Dan Gedman went to the same high school in Kansas City, but they became best friends when they joined the same fraternity at the University of Kansas. “We both loved movies,” Gedman says. “We went to see ‘Hoop Dreams’ together and there was a great art theater in
‘Whispers in May’ Director on Coming-of-Age Roadtrip Set in Rugged Region of China: ‘It’s Not Just About Beauty; Those Mountains Carry Weight’
“I’ve made many wishes, but none have ever come true.” That line, written by a teenage girl in China’s remote Liangshan region, became the starting point for “Whispers in May,” the hybrid documentary by Emmy-nominated Chinese director Dongnan Chen (“14 Paintings,” “Singing in
Jack Black to Host ‘SNL’ With Musical Guest Jack White
Years after the actor and rocker collaborated on a Tenacious D song, "Jack Gray" will come together again on the show's April 4 episode