The highly awaited Oscar nomination 2025 list is finally here, honoring this year’s best films and remarkable performances. From the grand spectacle of Dune: Part Two to the magical musical Wicked, this year’s nominees showcase the industry’s diversity and creativity.
When and Where the Nominations Were Announced
The 2025 Oscar nominations were revealed on January 23 at 7 PM IST. The prestigious event, held at the Academy’s iconic Samuel Goldwyn Theater, was hosted by stars Bowen Yang, Rachel Sennott, Sian Heder, and Eric Roth. Viewers caught the live broadcast on Disney+ Hotstar, Oscar.com, and the Academy’s social platforms. The announcement was also featured on ABC’s Good Morning America.
The nominations announcement faced delays due to the LA wildfires, which disrupted the voting schedule. To ensure a fair process, the Academy extended voting deadlines and canceled the traditional Nominees Luncheon.
2025 Oscar Nominations: Full List of Contenders
Best Picture
- Anora
- The Brutalist
- A Complete Unknown
- Conclave
- Dune: Part Two
- Emilia Pérez
- I’m Still Here
- Nickel Boys
- The Substance
- Wicked
Best Director
- Jacques Audiard (Emilia Pérez)
- Sean Baker (Anora)
- Brady Corbet (The Brutalist)
- Coralie Fargeat (The Substance)
- James Mangold (A Complete Unknown)
Best Actor
- Adrien Brody (The Brutalist)
- Timothée Chalamet (A Complete Unknown)
- Colman Domingo (Sing Sing)
- Ralph Fiennes (Conclave)
- Sebastian Stan (The Apprentice)
Best Actress
- Cynthia Erivo (Wicked)
- Karla Sofía Gascón (Emilia Pérez)
- Mikey Madison (Anora)
- Demi Moore (The Substance)
- Fernanda Torres (I’m Still Here)
What Makes the 2025 Oscars Special?
This year’s nominations highlight bold stories and unique perspectives. With Timothée Chalamet’s riveting performance in A Complete Unknown and Cynthia Erivo’s magical portrayal in Wicked, fans are eager to see who takes home the golden statue.
As we count down to the Oscars night, which films and stars are you rooting for? Let us know in the comments!