The Oscars Apr 2026

: Recognizing outstanding achievement in cinematic directing.

Winners are chosen from 24 competitive categories by the Academy's voting membership. The most prominent categories include: The Oscars

: Best Original Screenplay and Best Adapted Screenplay. : Recognizing outstanding achievement in cinematic directing

. Presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), they recognize excellence in cinematic achievements across directing, acting, writing, and technical crafts. 🎭 Iconic Award Categories The Oscars

: Officially named the Academy Award of Merit, the gold-plated figure depicts a knight holding a crusader's sword standing on a reel of film. 🗳️ How the Voting Works

: Held on May 16, 1929 , at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in front of around 270 guests.