Oscars

The 98th Academy Awards, or Oscars, celebrating films released in 2025, took place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Hosted by Conan O'Brien, the event saw the action thriller 'One Battle After Another' emerge as the big winner, securing six awards including Best Picture. However, US viewership hit a four-year low, reaching 17.9 million on ABC and Hulu, a 9% decrease from the previous year. The ceremony included historical moments like Jessie Buckley becoming the first Irish actress to win Best Actress, and a tribute to the late Diane Keaton. The lead-up to the Oscars saw intense campaigning, with 'Sinners' gaining momentum after the Actor Awards (formerly SAG Awards), where Michael B. Jordan's win upended the Best Actor race, previously led by Timothée Chalamet. 'One Battle After Another' also gained momentum by winning Best Picture at the UK Baftas.