Frens, pardon my tardy on this Oscars post, but my spirit is telling me it’s going to be helpful to someone!
The 98th Academy Awards are scheduled to air live this Sunday, March 15, 2026, starting at 7:00 p.m. ET / 4:00 p.m. PT.
The ceremony will be held at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood and will be hosted by Conan O’Brien.
If you’re anything like me, you want to watch the Best Picture nominees before the Oscars so you know exactly who you should be rooting for… and who is about to get robbed when the envelope opens.
So if you’re trying to squeeze in a last-minute movie marathon before Hollywood’s biggest night, I’ve got you covered.
Below are the Best Picture nominees and where you can watch them right now.
Bugonia — Watch On Peacock
A wild and darkly comedic film from Yorgos Lanthimos, starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons.
The story follows two conspiracy-obsessed young men who kidnap the powerful CEO of a major company because they’re convinced she’s actually an alien trying to destroy Earth.
Yes, it’s exactly as chaotic as it sounds.
F1 — Watch On Apple TV
From Apple Original Films and the filmmakers behind Top Gun: Maverick comes the adrenaline-fueled racing drama F1: The Movie, starring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris.
Brad Pitt plays Sonny Hayes, a former Formula 1 phenom whose career was nearly ended by a devastating crash.
Decades later, he’s pulled back into the sport by his former teammate, played by Javier Bardem, for one last shot at redemption.
Frankenstein — Watch On Netflix
Director Guillermo del Toro brings Mary Shelley’s legendary tale to life with a stunning new adaptation.
The film stars Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, and Mia Goth, and follows the brilliant but dangerously ambitious scientist Victor Frankenstein as he creates life through a forbidden experiment that spirals into tragedy.
Hamnet — Watch On Peacock
Directed by Chloé Zhao, Hamnet stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal.
The film explores the emotional story of love and loss that inspired William Shakespeare to write Hamlet, offering a deeply personal look at grief, family, and artistic creation.
Marty Supreme — Rent On Prime Video
Directed by Josh Safdie, this ambitious drama stars Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Fran Drescher.
The story follows Marty Mauser, a young dreamer who refuses to give up on greatness even when the world refuses to take him seriously.
One Battle After Another — Watch On HBO Max
From filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson, this political drama features a powerhouse cast including Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, Regina Hall, and Teyana Taylor.
When an old enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of former revolutionaries reunites for a dangerous mission to rescue the daughter of one of their own.
The Secret Agent — Watch On Hulu Or Disney+
Set during Carnival in 1977 Brazil, this gripping political thriller follows Marcelo, played by Wagner Moura, a widowed technology researcher who suddenly finds himself caught in the middle of a violent political conspiracy.
With help from a mysterious woman named Elza and a growing underground resistance movement, Marcelo must find a way to escape the country with his young son.
Sentimental Value — Rent On Prime Video
This emotionally layered drama follows sisters Nora and Agnes as they reconnect with their estranged father, Gustav, a once-renowned filmmaker attempting to stage a comeback.
When Nora rejects a role in his new film, Gustav casts a rising Hollywood star instead, forcing the sisters to confront complicated family dynamics and long-buried emotions.
Sinners — Watch On HBO Max
From director Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan, Sinners blends supernatural horror with powerful storytelling.
Michael B. Jordan plays twin brothers who return to their hometown hoping to start fresh, only to discover an even darker force waiting to welcome them home.
Train Dreams — Watch On Netflix
Based on the beloved novella, Train Dreams tells the quiet yet powerful life story of Robert Grainier, a railroad worker navigating the changing American landscape of the early 20th century.
The film stars Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones, Kerry Condon, and William H. Macy.
Frens, Which Film Are You Rooting For?
There’s nothing quite like the drama of Oscars night, especially when you’ve actually watched the nominees and have strong opinions about who should win.
So tell me, Frens… which Best Picture nominee are you rooting for this year?
Drop down in the comments and let’s talk about it before the envelopes start opening on Sunday.
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