BAFTA nominations 2026 just revealed a stunning upset. Hamnet, Marty Supreme, and four other powerhouse films are competing for glory. Winners arrive February 22. Which film will claim the crown?
🔥 Quick Facts
- Top contender: One Battle After Another leads with 14 BAFTA nominations from Paul Thomas Anderson
- Record-breaker: Hamnet becomes most-nominated film by female director in BAFTA history with 11 nods
- Close second: Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s vampire thriller, earned 13 nominations
- Ceremony date: Winners announced February 22, 2026 in London
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One Battle After Another shocked the awards world by securing 14 BAFTA nominations, the most of any film this year. The political satire from acclaimed director Paul Thomas Anderson leads the pack. Leonardo DiCaprio earned a nomination for best actor in his starring role.
Anderson’s film features nominations across major categories. Best film, directing, and screenplay all recognized the film’s ambition. Multiple acting nominations including supporting roles showcase the ensemble cast. Industry insiders view this as Anderson’s strongest awards push in years.
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Hamnet, directed by Chloé Zhao, shattered a historic record today. The Shakespeare family drama earned 11 BAFTA nominations, making it the most-nominated film by a female director in BAFTA history. Zhao, an Oscar winner for Nomadland, continues her rise as cinema’s most celebrated female filmmaker.
Paul Mescal leads the cast and earned a nomination for best actor. Jessie Buckley secured recognition in the supporting actress category. The film competes for best film, best director, and cinematography. Industry analysts view Hamnet as a serious best film contender.
2026 BAFTA Nominations by the Numbers
| Film Title | Director | Nominations |
| One Battle After Another | Paul Thomas Anderson | 14 |
| Sinners | Ryan Coogler | 13 |
| Hamnet | Chloé Zhao | 11 |
| Marty Supreme | Josh Safdie | 11 |
| Sentimental Value | TBA | TBA |
Ryan Coogler’s Sinners, a vampire thriller, secured 13 nominations and battles for multiple awards. Josh Safdie’s Marty Supreme, a table tennis drama starring Timothée Chalamet, tied with 11 nominations. Norwegian family film Sentimental Value rounds out the best film category with recognition in cinematography and editing.
Five-Way Battle for Best Film Glory Sets Up Historic Night
“The nominations reveal an awards season unlike any before,” according to industry observers analyzing the unprecedented strength across competing films and diverse storytelling approaches.
— Industry analysis, January 27, 2026
The best film race is historically wide open. One Battle After Another has momentum with 14 nominations. Sinners brings 13 nominations and artistic prestige. Hamnet represents artistic triumph. Marty Supreme offers contemporary sports drama. Sentimental Value brings Norwegian international appeal. No clear favorite emerges.
What Does the February 22 BAFTA Ceremony Hold for Film’s Elite?
Nominees prepare for February 22, 2026, when the 79th BAFTA Film Awards ceremony crowns winners in London. Five films compete for best film honors. Four directors battle for directing glory. Leonardo DiCaprio, Timothée Chalamet, and others await their fates.
The BAFTA 2026 nominations capture a remarkable year of filmmaking. Independent cinema, international stories, and directorial diversity all shine. Will Hamnet‘s historic recognition translate to awards? Can One Battle After Another maintain its nomination lead? Exactly 26 days until we know. Which film steals your heart?
Sources
- The Guardian – Full list of 2026 BAFTA film awards nominations announced January 27
- BBC News – Complete 2026 BAFTA nominations list with all category details
- Reuters – Key nominees for 2026 BAFTA Film Awards and nomination breakdown
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