Ryan Coogler Film Sinners Breaks Oscar Record with 16 Nominations

Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" broke the all-time Oscar record by receiving 16 nominations, including Best Picture and Best Director, as the 2026 awards season officially begins.Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" secured 13 nominations with Teyana Taylor and Delroy Lindo recognized for their performances while the racing film "F1" also joined the top category.The nominations coincide with the Sundance Film Festival in Colorado and final preparations for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics where the USA hockey team announced roster changes.