Ryan Coogler

Ryan Coogler is a filmmaker who has recently gained significant attention for his film 'Sinners'. The movie, a vampire thriller, achieved a record-breaking 15 Academy Award nominations for the 98th Oscars in 2026, including Best Picture and Best Director. This made Coogler a central figure in the awards season. However, despite the high nomination count, 'Sinners' ultimately won four Oscars, losing out to Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another', which took home six awards including Best Picture. The Oscars telecast, despite the presence of popular films like 'Sinners', experienced a dip in US viewership, reaching a four-year low. Coogler is also reportedly involved in a new 'Expediente X' (X-Files) project, suggesting continued activity in the film and television industry.