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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Entertainment
Catherine Armecin Martin

2026 Oscar Predictions: Who Will Likely Win for Best Picture, Director, Actor and Actress?

The dust has barely settled on the previous awards circuit, yet the cinematic landscape for the 98th Academy Awards is already coming into sharp focus. With several high-profile projects from auteur directors slated for release, industry analysts and artificial intelligence models are beginning to align on the potential frontrunners.

This year, the intersection of supernatural horror and historical drama appears set to dominate the conversation at the Dolby Theatre. Here are the early predictions as to who will win big tonight.

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