Welcome to ScreenRant 's hub for the Oscars 2026 and predictions in all the categories. While we've got individual prediction pieces for some of the biggest categories, there are 24 different awards that will be handed out at the 98th Academy Awards when they happen on March 15, 2026.

All the usual categories are back, but there is also a new one: Best Casting, which recognizes the casting director of the nominated film. While the Academy has confirmed that a Best Stunt category is coming , it won't take effect until the 100th ceremony. This gives us 24 categories to sort through and predict this award season.

Key Oscars 2026 Dates:

Oscars shortlists announcement: December 16, 2025

Oscars nominations voting period: January 12-16, 2026

Oscars nominations announcement: January 2

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