Oscar Nominations 2025: Predictions and Major Contenders

The 96th Academy Awards nominations are set to be announced, with speculation surrounding historic firsts and standout films.

The Academy will announce the 2025 Oscar nominations on January 23, following delays caused by Los Angeles wildfires.
Predictions suggest 'The Brutalist,' 'Emilia Pérez,' and 'Conclave' are strong contenders for Best Picture, with no clear frontrunner emerging this year.
Karla Sofía Gascón ('Emilia Pérez') is expected to make history as the first openly transgender nominee for Best Actress, with Cynthia Erivo ('Wicked') and Demi Moore ('The Substance') also in the mix.
Kieran Culkin ('A Real Pain') and Zoe Saldaña ('Emilia Pérez') are considered favorites in the Supporting Actor and Actress categories, respectively.
The ceremony, scheduled for March 2, follows a tumultuous awards season impacted by strikes and natural disasters, reshaping the traditional campaigning process.