Our Oscar Best Picture 2027 Predictions
The most Oscar-nominated films of 2026 — early analysis of the strongest contenders.
📅 May 15, 2026🕒 4 min read✍️ CineReview
Oscar 2027 Race — Early Analysis
It's early, but the indicators are clear:
Strong Contenders
Dune: Part Three — If Villeneuve completes his trilogy at the same level, it will be a serious contender.
Major director projects: Scorsese, Coppola, Mendes — all working on new projects.
Our Prediction
Animation succeeds in its category, but human drama dominates the major awards.
*We'll update these predictions as each new project is announced.*