Yet, attention is already turning to what movies will be represented at the 98th Academy Awards.
Sinners' release on April 18 has now put it in the mix for Oscar conversations.
That pop in of recognition can create momentum ahead of the Oscars.
There’s also the benefit ofSinnersbeing a Warner Bros. release.
The original movie is one of two likely Oscar contenders confirmed to come out this year from the studio.
That’s sure to helpSinnerswhen it comes time for Oscar voting.
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Lastly,Sinners' box office success should also bolster its case.
Will Sinners' Early Release Date & Genre Hurt Its Oscar Chances?
The first is its release date.
2023 hadEverything Everywhere All At Oncein March andTop Gun: Maverickin May.
2020 hadOnce Upon A Time In Hollywoodfrom July.
Plus, 2019 hadBlack Pantherafter its February release.
There’s currently no other early-year release threateningSinnersto be the 2026 example.
The other potential holdup to consider isSinners' status as a horror movie.
Not only didThe Substanceget nominated last year in multiple categories, but so didNosferatu.
Thedeeper meaning ofSinnersthat Coogler is exploring can help it resonate with voters.
The movie’s technical aspects should be strongly considered by various Academy branches.
Ludwig Goransson’s score is tremendous, as are some of the original songs he wrote for theSinnerssoundtrack.
The bigger questions arise when it comes to the cast and Coogler.
There’s a case to be made for Coogler earning nominations in Best Original Screenplay and Best Director.
Those nominations feel a bit less likely to happen to me.
I could ultimatelyenvision a world where it receives similar Oscar nominations toBlack Panther.
Add in the potential Best Casting nomination, andSinnersgetting seven Oscar nominations feels like a solid outcome.
Will Sinners Win Best Picture At The 2026 Oscars?
IfSinnersdoes win Best Picture, it would be a historic moment.
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