Paul Thomas Anderson accepts the directing award for "One Battle After Another." Kevin Winter/Getty ImagesIt was an Oscar battle between “One Battle After Another” and “Sinners” until the very end, but only one came out on top. Paul Thomas Anderson’s drama about a washed-up revolutionary battling old foes for the safety of his daughter picked up best picture at the 98th Academy Awards. In all, it earned six awards, including best supporting actor, best adapted screenplay and best director. Ryan Coogler’s period vampire thriller that celebrated the origins of Blues music and southern Black culture earned four awards, including a history-making win in the best cinematography category and a much-celebrated best actor victory for Michael B. Jordan.

Source: CNN March 16, 2026 11:18 UTC