How to watch this year’s Oscar nominated movies

The 2026 Academy Awards are taking place on Sunday, March 15, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

The award ceremony will be broadcast on RTÉ One from 11 pm for Irish viewers.

RTÉ will also be airing The Oscars Highlights on Monday, 16th March at 9:30 pm on RTÉ2.

This year, Sinners leads the nominations with a total of 16 nods, setting a new record for the most nominations ever earned by a single film.

Here’s where to watch and stream all the 2026 Oscar-nominated films.

Sinners

Set in the Mississippi Delta during the 1930s, Sinners follows twin brothers who return to their hometown hoping to start fresh, only to confront a terrifying supernatural force rooted in the region’s history.

Blending Southern Gothic, horror and historical drama, the film explores themes of family, legacy and trauma while delivering intense action and striking visuals.

It became one of the most talked-about films of the year and leads the Oscars with a record number of nominations.

Where to watch: Available to rent (€4.99) or buy (€13.99) on Apple TV+ or Prime Video.

Bugonia

Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, Bugonia is an offbeat sci-fi comedy about two conspiracy theorists who believe a powerful CEO is secretly an alien planning to destroy Earth.

After kidnapping her, their bizarre investigation spirals into a strange and darkly humorous exploration of paranoia, power and belief.

Where to watch: Available to rent (€4.99) or buy (€13.99) on Apple TV+ or Prime Video.

F1

F1 is a high-octane racing drama centred on a veteran Formula One driver who returns to the sport to mentor a promising young teammate.

As rivalries intensify and the stakes rise on and off the track, the film explores ambition, teamwork and redemption in the fiercely competitive world of motorsport.

Where to watch: Available to buy on Prime Video and Apple TV+ for €13.99.

Frankenstein

Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein reimagines Mary Shelley’s classic Gothic novel for a modern audience.

The film tells the story of a brilliant but obsessive scientist who creates life through a groundbreaking experiment, only to be confronted by the consequences of his ambition.

Where to watch: Netflix

Hamnet

Based on Maggie O’Farrell’s bestselling novel, Hamnet tells the story of Agnes Shakespeare and the death of her young son, Hamnet, in 16th-century England.

The film explores how grief shapes a family and how personal tragedy may have influenced William Shakespeare’s famous play, Hamlet.

Where to watch: Available to rent (€17.99) or buy (€21.99) on Prime Video or Apple TV+.

Marty Supreme

Marty Supreme follows an ambitious young man determined to become the best table tennis player in the world.

Set against the vibrant and competitive sports scene of the late 20th century, the film charts his rise from obscurity to international fame.

Where to watch: As a new release – still available in select cinemas.

One Battle After Another

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, One Battle After Another is a sweeping political drama with elements of satire and dark humour.

The story follows a radical activist whose life becomes entangled in a web of political intrigue, personal conflicts and shifting alliances.

Where to watch: Available to rent (€4.99) or buy (€11.99) on Prime Video, or rent (€4.99) or buy (€15.99) on Apple TV+.

The Secret Agent

Set in Brazil during the political turmoil of the 1970s, The Secret Agent follows a man on the run who becomes caught up in espionage and government surveillance.

As he attempts to reunite with his family, he must navigate a dangerous world of secrets and betrayal.

Where to watch: Still available to watch in select cinemas across Ireland or can pre-order the film for €16.99 on Apple TV+.

Sentimental Value

This Norwegian drama centres on a family forced to confront their past when a renowned filmmaker returns home to reconnect with his daughters.

Through conversations, memories and unresolved tensions, the film examines relationships, grief and the emotional weight of personal history.

Where to watch: Available on Apple TV+ and Prime Video for €16.99.

Train Dreams

Train Dreams is a quiet and reflective period drama about a logger living in the American West during the early 20th century.

As the world around him rapidly changes with the expansion of railroads and industry, he struggles to find meaning and stability in an evolving society.

Where to watch: Netflix

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