The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) unveiled its nominations for the 2026 BAFTA Awards on March 10, 2026. This announcement arrived just five days after the Academy Awards nominations were released in the United States. Among the nominees, the film Sinners, which has already made headlines for receiving a record-breaking 16 nominations at the Oscars, secured 13 nominations at the BAFTAs. However, it was eclipsed by One Battle After Another, which led the BAFTA nominations with a total of 14 nominations.
The competition is fierce this year, showcasing a diverse range of talent across various categories. The nominees reflect both established filmmakers and emerging voices, with films that have garnered attention both critically and commercially.
Noteworthy Nominations
In the category for Best Film, the nominees include:
– Hamnet — Liza Marshall, Pippa Harris, Nicolas Gonda, Steven Spielberg, Sam Mendes
– Marty Supreme — Timothée Chalamet, Anthony Katagas, Eli Bush, Ronald Bronstein, Josh Safdie
– One Battle After Another — Adam Somner, Sara Murphy, Paul Thomas Anderson
– Sentimental Value — Maria Ekerhovd, Andrea Berentsen Ottmar
– Sinners — Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Ryan Coogler
The Director category features prominent directors such as:
– Yorgos Lanthimos for Bugonia
– Chloé Zhao for Hamnet
– Josh Safdie for Marty Supreme
– Paul Thomas Anderson for One Battle After Another
– Ryan Coogler for Sinners
In the acting categories, the nominations highlight both emerging talent and seasoned performers. For Leading Actress, nominees include:
– Jessie Buckley for Hamnet
– Kate Hudson for Song Sung Blue
– Chase Infiniti for One Battle After Another
– Emma Stone for Bugonia
The Leading Actor nominees include:
– Timothée Chalamet for Marty Supreme
– Leonardo DiCaprio for One Battle After Another
– Michael B. Jordan for Sinners
– Ethan Hawke for Blue Moon
Emerging Talent and Special Categories
The Outstanding British Film category includes notable titles such as:
– 28 Years Later — Danny Boyle, Andrew Macdonald, Peter Rice
– H Is for Hawk — Philippa Lowthorpe
– I Swear — Kirk Jones, Georgia Bayliff, Piers Tempest
The BAFTA Awards also recognize fresh voices with the Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer category. Nominees include:
– Jack King for The Ceremony
– Akinola Davies Jr. for My Father’s Shadow
– Harry Lighton for Pillion
As the anticipation builds for the awards ceremony, set to take place later this year, film enthusiasts and industry insiders will be closely watching the performances and outcomes. The nominations not only celebrate outstanding achievements in film but also reflect the evolving landscape of cinema, showcasing a wide array of stories and perspectives that resonate globally.
The BAFTA Awards continue to be a prestigious platform that honors excellence in filmmaking, and with such a strong lineup this year, the competition promises to be intense.
