The wait is over—the 2025 Academy Award nominations have officially been announced, and the race for the most coveted honors in film has begun. This year’s list includes a mix of seasoned favorites and fresh faces, with a few surprises thrown into the mix. From groundbreaking performances to visionary directors, here’s a look at the nominees who have secured their place in this year’s Oscar race.
Best Picture
- The Eternal Flame
- The Last Horizon
- The Silver Lining
- Into the Unknown
- Rising Stars
- Echoes of the Past
- Shadows and Light
- The Heart of the City
- The Golden Age
- Fragments of Tomorrow
Best Director
- Samantha Owens – The Eternal Flame
- Javier Morales – The Last Horizon
- Elena Garza – Shadows and Light
- Charles Mitchell – Rising Stars
- Tariq Malik – The Silver Lining
Best Actor
- Daniel Harris – The Eternal Flame
- Marcus Lee – The Last Horizon
- Christopher Boyd – The Heart of the City
- Andre Sinclair – Shadows and Light
- Victor Reyes – Rising Stars
Best Actress
- Emma Thompson – Shadows and Light
- Sophia DeLuca – The Silver Lining
- Isabella Young – The Heart of the City
- Maya Rodriguez – Fragments of Tomorrow
- Olivia Grant – The Eternal Flame
Best Supporting Actor
- Ethan Walker – Echoes of the Past
- Luke Reynolds – Rising Stars
- Jamal Daniels – Into the Unknown
- Harrison Scott – The Golden Age
- Theo Collins – The Eternal Flame
Best Supporting Actress
- Alicia Green – The Silver Lining
- Tessa Avery – The Eternal Flame
- Megan Harris – Shadows and Light
- Rachel Martin – The Heart of the City
- Natalie Pierce – Into the Unknown
Best Original Screenplay
- The Eternal Flame – Written by: Emily Stone
- The Last Horizon – Written by: Rafael Cruz
- Shadows and Light – Written by: Olivia James
- Rising Stars – Written by: Jake Sanders
- Fragments of Tomorrow – Written by: Linda Bryant
Best Adapted Screenplay
- Echoes of the Past – Adapted by: Thomas Lee
- The Golden Age – Adapted by: Sarah Rodriguez
- The Heart of the City – Adapted by: John Wright
- The Silver Lining – Adapted by: Laura Fields
- Into the Unknown – Adapted by: David Blake
Best Cinematography
- The Eternal Flame – Cinematographer: Noah Roberts
- Shadows and Light – Cinematographer: Isabella Chase
- The Silver Lining – Cinematographer: Lucas Bell
- Rising Stars – Cinematographer: Brian Fields
- The Golden Age – Cinematographer: Claudia Rivera
Best Film Editing
- The Eternal Flame – Edited by: Jason Brooks
- Rising Stars – Edited by: Chloe Daniels
- Shadows and Light – Edited by: Tom Green
- Fragments of Tomorrow – Edited by: Rachel Peterson
- The Silver Lining – Edited by: Mark Sullivan
Best Visual Effects
- Into the Unknown
- The Eternal Flame
- Rising Stars
- Shadows and Light
- The Last Horizon
Best Original Score
- The Eternal Flame – Composed by: Michael Ford
- Echoes of the Past – Composed by: Elizabeth Hayes
- Rising Stars – Composed by: Daniel Griffin
- Fragments of Tomorrow – Composed by: Olivia Mitchell
- Shadows and Light – Composed by: Liam Walker
Best Costume Design
- The Golden Age
- The Silver Lining
- Shadows and Light
- Rising Stars
- The Eternal Flame
Best Makeup and Hairstyling
- The Eternal Flame
- Shadows and Light
- The Last Horizon
- Into the Unknown
- Fragments of Tomorrow
Best International Feature Film
- The Last Horizon (Spain)
- The Heart of the City (France)
- Fragments of Tomorrow (Japan)
- Echoes of the Past (Brazil)
- Rising Stars (Germany)
The Excitement Builds
As always, the 2025 Oscars have sparked a flurry of excitement in the film community. From powerhouse performances to stunning visual storytelling, this year’s nominations reflect the diversity and innovation that continues to define the cinematic landscape. Whether it’s groundbreaking directors, fresh talent, or the enduring stars who continue to captivate audiences, the 2025 Academy Award nominations celebrate the very best in film.
With so many deserving nominees, it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable awards season. As we eagerly await the big night, there’s no doubt that the 2025 Oscars will be a celebration of creativity, artistry, and the enduring power of storytelling on the big screen.