One Battle After Another emerged as the biggest winner at the Academy Awards 2026 ceremony, clinching the Best Picture award.
The awards, also known as the Oscars, were hosted by comedian and television personality Conan O’Brien and held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on Sunday night.
The political thriller, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, also won several major categories including Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay.
The film further secured Best Supporting Actor for Sean Penn and Best Film Editing, making it one of the most decorated movies of the night.
The film features prominent actors including Leonardo DiCaprio.
In the acting categories, Michael B. Jordan won Best Actor for his role in Sinners, which received a record 16 nominations.
The film also won Best Original Screenplay, Best Original Score and Best Cinematography.
Best Actress went to Jessie Buckley for her performance in Hamnet, making her the first Irish performer to win the category.
Amy Madigan won the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in Weapons.
In other categories, Sentimental Value won Best International Feature Film, while KPop Demon Hunters received the award for Best Animated Feature.
the awards, organised annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, celebrate excellence in the global film industry and remain one of the most prestigious honours in cinema.