Oscars 2026: Top Films & Stars to Binge Before Awards

0:00I'm Cory with the story, bringing you the latest from Durham News today. The 98th Academy Awards are set for Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dobley Theatre in Los Angeles. That's just around the corner, with the ceremony airing live on ABC and streaming on Hulu, starting at 7pm Eastern Time. The ten best picture nominees offer a mix of dramas, comedies, horrors and more, perfect for a pre-Oscar's binge. Fans have one week to dive into films like Begonia, F1, Hamnet, Frankenstein, Marty Supreme, one battle after another, The Secret Agent, sentimental value, sinners and train dreams. Many earn Golden Globe nods, or critics choice buzz, highlighting stars such as Leonardo DiCaprio, Michael B. Jordan, Oscar Isaac, Emma Stone, Paul, Mescal, Timothy Shalamet, and Brad Pitt. Directors are buzzing online about these contenders, from Ryan Kugler's chilling sinners said in the Jim Crow South, to Yorgos Lantthimos' black comedy, Begonia.

1:03Directors like Guillermo Del Toro, Chloe Zhao, and Josh Safty, brought fresh takes on classics and real-life tales, sparking debates on social media, about frontrunners. Most nominees are easy to access now. Frankenstein and train dream stream on Netflix, Begonia on Peacock, sinners and one battle after another on HBO Max, The Secret Agent on Hulu, and FS, one on Apple TV Plus. Others like Hamnet, sentimental value, and Marty Supreme are available to rent on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and similar platforms. With release dates from last spring through December, catch up quick before predictions ramp up. Officials say it's a strong year for diverse storytelling, so grab your popcorn and join the awards excitement. All thanks to our sponsor for supporting this episode.