Here's our top 5 picks among the movies nominated for the Oscars 2026 that you shouldn't miss watching on OTT.
The 98th Academy Awards, a.k.a. The Oscars, are just around the corner, with fans eagerly waiting to see who will be able to take the golden statuettes home. For those unaware, the Oscars 2026 are scheduled to take place on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles. Viewers in the United States can catch the ceremony on ABC, and those who want to stream it can do so on Hulu.
On the other hand, viewers in India can catch the Oscars 2026 live on March 16, 2026 on several television channels, including Star Movies, Star Movies Select, and Colors Infinity. Indian viewers who want to stream the ceremony can do so on the platform, JioHotstar. It is worth noting that while some of the Oscar-nominated titles are still playing in theatres, a handful have already been released on OTT platforms. So, as you wait for the big night, here are some of the nominated films you can stream to keep yourself occupied for a little while longer.
In Sinners, the story primarily revolves around two twin brothers, ‘Smoke’ and ‘Stack’. Set back in the 1930s in Mississippi, the brother duo returns to their home after World War I. Post getting back, in an effort to start a fresh life, they open a juke joint for the local community. While it initially looked like things would turn out fine for the brothers, the thought leaves viewers' minds when a supernatural threat begins to haunt their town. One thing is for sure: in Sinners, you will find the perfect blend of horror and historical films.
Sinners is directed by Ryan Coogler and boasts an ensemble cast that includes Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Jack O'Connell, Jayme Lawson, Omar Benson Miller, Miles Caton, Wunmi Mosaku, and Delroy Lindo. To mention, Sinners is up for 16 nominations in the Oscars 2026, including Best Picture, Best Actor (Michael B. Jordan), and Best Director categories.
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One Battle After Another follows a man named 'Bob Ferguson' who is a former revolutionary. At present, he lives with his daughter. However, when a dangerous enemy threatens to bring harm to him and his family, 'Bob' is forced back into his violent past. The film stars beloved actor, Leonardo DiCaprio, along with others like Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, Teyana Taylor and Regina Hall. One Battle After Another is directed by Paul Thomas Anders and is nominated in 13 categories, including Best Picture, Best Actor, and Best Screenplay at the 2026 Oscars.
One of the more unique films in our list is Bugonia, in which two conspiracy theorists capture a powerful CEO after becoming convinced that she is not human but rather an alien bent on destroying Earth. With absurd humour, the film also perfectly blends social commentary. The cast of Bugonia includes Emma Stone, Jessie Clemons, and Alicia Silverstone and is directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. Bugonia is up for four Oscar nominations in total, including Best Picture, Best Actress, Music and Screenplay categories.
For those unaware, Marty Supreme is inspired by the life of legendary table tennis player, Marty Reisman. In the film, viewers will be able to see his character as a charismatic hustler who is determined to become the world's best player. The challenge is how he will navigate fame, ego, and ambition as he pursues his goal. Marty Supreme stars Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, Fran Drescher, and Odessa A'zion. Directed by Josh Safdie, Marty Supreme has 9 Oscar nominations. This includes Best Actor (Timothée Chalamet), Best Director, and the Best Picture categories.
The animated film, KPop Demon Hunters, follows a K-pop girl group. The twist? They all work as demon hunters in secret, protecting humanity from supernatural threats. The voice cast of the film includes Arden Cho, May Hong, Ahn Hyo Seop, Ji Young Yoo, and Daniel Dae Kim. The film is co-directed by Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans. As you might have already guessed, KPop Demon Hunters is nominated for the category of Best Animated Feature in the 2026 Oscars.
Are you excited to see which of the above-mentioned films manages to win big at the Oscars 2026? Let us know.
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