The 2024 Oscars ceremony made history in many ways, taking place on March 10, 2024, at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET. Hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, the event was broadcast on ABC. Vanessa Hudgens led The Oscars Red Carpet Show alongside Julianne Hough, bringing a touch of glamour to the proceedings. Notable nominees included Oppenheimer with 13 nominations, Poor Things with 11 nods, and Killers of the Flower Moon with 10 categories in consideration.
The list of nominees featured a mix of seasoned professionals and fresh faces in Hollywood. Big names like Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, and Emma Stone were recognized, alongside seven actors of color receiving their first nominations. The absence of Leonardo DiCaprio and Margot Robbie in the Best Actor and Actress categories raised some eyebrows, as comedic performances like Robbie’s are not typically nominated for Oscars. Directors Greta Gerwig and Alexander Payne, known for their screenplay prowess, were notably left out of the Best Director race.
Several surprises emerged during the ceremony, with unexpected wins and losses for some of Hollywood’s biggest names. Emma Stone’s victory for Best Actress in Poor Things came as a surprise, edging out frontrunner Lily Gladstone. Killers of the Flower Moon, despite its star-studded cast and pedigree, ended the night empty-handed with zero wins out of its 10 nominations. The upset in the Adapted Screenplay category saw Arthur Harari and Justine Triet’s Anatomy of a Fall triumph over expected favorite TheHoldovers by Alexander Payne.
The Winners
Oppenheimer dominated the awards, taking home seven trophies including Best Picture and Director. Poor Things followed with four wins, while The Zone of Interest secured multiple honors. Emma Stone, Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., and Da’Vine Joy Randolph were among the night’s winners in the acting categories. The diverse lineup of presenters added to the excitement, with stars like Zendaya, Nicolas Cage, and Dwayne Johnson taking the stage to hand out awards.
The 2024 Oscars left a lasting impact on Hollywood, with records broken and milestones achieved. Lily Gladstone made history as the first Native woman of American descent nominated for Best Actress, while Martin Scorsese became the most-nominated living director with his 10th nod. Female directors also made waves, with three films directed by women earning Best Picture nominations. John Williams, at 91, became the oldest-ever nominee with an impressive 54 nominations to his name.
The 2024 Oscars marked a historic night in the entertainment industry, celebrating talent from diverse backgrounds and recognizing outstanding achievements in film. Despite surprises and upsets, the ceremony showcased the best of Hollywood and set the stage for future generations of filmmakers and actors to shine on the world’s biggest stage.