The list of the most Oscar nominated movies contains some stone-cold classics as well as some unexpected choices. A lot of this is down to the fact that in order to enter the prestigious multi-nod club, a movie needs to be something of an all-rounder. This means it can't just excel in acting and direction, but also in terms of production, writing, visual effects, and costuming. Those who manage to hit all those categories end up being blockbuster hits, historical dramas, and stylish musicals.
The 2025 Oscar nominations almost invited another member to the ranks too, as Emilia Pérez landed 13 nominations, just shy of the 14 nominations record. So what has made that threshold? We go into the most Oscar nominated movies below, as well as what movies have won the most Oscars in the past too. And who knows, maybe 2025 will shake up this list further.
