The 97th Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars, have once again brought Hollywood’s finest together to celebrate outstanding achievements in film. Held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the prestigious event featured a dazzling red carpet, memorable speeches, and major surprises as top filmmakers, actors, and creatives were honoured.
This year’s ceremony saw stiff competition across various categories, with fan-favorite films and unexpected underdogs taking home awards. The Best Picture category was particularly intense, with blockbuster hits and critically acclaimed indie films vying for the top prize.
In the acting categories, performances from seasoned veterans and rising stars left audiences captivated. The Best Actor and Best Actress awards were among the most anticipated of the night, with emotional acceptance speeches that resonated with fans worldwide.
Here is the full list of winners and nominees at the 2025 Oscars:
Best Picture:
- Anora
Best Director:
- Sean Baker – Anora
Best Actor:
- Adrien Brody – The Brutalist
Best Actress:
- Mikey Madison – Anora
Best Supporting Actor:
- Kieran Culkin – A Real Pain
Best Supporting Actress:
- Zoe Saldaña – Emilia Pérez
Best Original Screenplay:
- Anora
Best Adapted Screenplay:
- The Brutalist
Best Animated Feature:
- Flow
Best International Feature:
- I'm Still Here (Brazil)
Best Documentary Feature:
- No Other Land
Best Cinematography:
- Lol Crawley – The Brutalist
Best Film Editing:
- Anora
Best Production Design:
- Wicked
Best Costume Design:
- Paul Tazewell – Wicked
Best Makeup and Hairstyling:
- The Substance
Best Visual Effects:
- Dune: Part Two
Best Sound:
- Dune: Part Two
Best Original Score:
- The Brutalist
Best Original Song:
- Emilia Pérez
Best Live Action Short Film:
- In the Shadow of the Cypress
Best Animated Short Film:
- I'm Not a Robot
Best Documentary Short Subject:
- The Only Girl in the Orchestra
The ceremony was hosted by Conan O'Brien, marking his first time as the Oscars host.
Anora emerged as the night's biggest winner, securing five awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress. The Brutalist also had a notable presence, with Adrien Brody winning Best Actor and the film receiving accolades for Best Cinematography and Best Original Score. Zoe Saldaña's win for Best Supporting Actress in Emilia Pérez was another highlight of the evening.
Additionally, Wicked received recognition for Best Production Design and Best Costume Design, with Paul Tazewell making history as the first Black man to win in the latter category.
The 2025 Oscars showcased a diverse array of talent and celebrated cinematic achievements from around the globe.