The Online Film Critics Society (OFCS) has officially announced its nominations for the 2025 awards, and Ryan Coogler’s Sinners has emerged as the most dominant film of the year. Leading all contenders with an impressive 16 nominations, Sinners earned recognition across nearly every category in which it was eligible, including Best Picture, directing, acting, screenwriting, and multiple technical fields.
The nominations were revealed on January 12, 2026, from Vancouver, British Columbia, with winners set to be announced on January 26, 2026. The announcement highlights a strong year for cinema, showcasing films from around the world that span genres, budgets, and storytelling styles.
Strong Competition From Acclaimed Films
While Sinners leads the nominations, it faces stiff competition from several critically celebrated titles. One Battle After Another follows closely with 13 nominations, marking it as one of the most broadly recognized films of the year. Marty Supreme earned nine nominations, while Sentimental Value received eight, demonstrating strong support in acting, writing, and ensemble categories.
Additionally, Frankenstein and Hamnet each secured seven nominations, reflecting their success in both creative and technical fields. Other notable contenders include Weapons, No Other Choice, and It Was Just an Accident, all of which received multiple nods across major categories.
Best Picture Lineup Reflects Global Storytelling
The Best Picture category presents a diverse and internationally representative slate of ten films. Nominees include Hamnet, It Was Just an Accident, Marty Supreme, No Other Choice, One Battle After Another, The Secret Agent, Sentimental Value, Sinners, Train Dreams, and Weapons.
This lineup highlights the OFCS’s commitment to recognizing films that challenge conventions and explore stories from different cultural and thematic perspectives. From intimate dramas to large-scale productions, the category reflects the wide-ranging cinematic landscape of 2025.
Celebrated Directors and Creative Vision
The Best Director category features some of the most respected filmmakers working today. Nominees include Paul Thomas Anderson for One Battle After Another, Ryan Coogler for Sinners, Jafar Panahi for It Was Just an Accident, Josh Safdie for Marty Supreme, and Chloé Zhao for Hamnet.
Each director brings a distinct voice and vision, and their inclusion underscores the importance of strong authorship and storytelling in contemporary cinema. Coogler’s multiple nominations further reinforce his influence across both narrative and technical elements of filmmaking.
Standout Performances Across Acting Categories
The acting categories feature a competitive and star-studded group of nominees. In Best Actor, Timothée Chalamet (Marty Supreme), Leonardo DiCaprio (One Battle After Another), Ethan Hawke (Blue Moon), Michael B. Jordan (Sinners), and Wagner Moura (The Secret Agent) were recognized for their performances.
Best Actress nominees include Jessie Buckley (Hamnet), Rose Byrne (If I Had Legs I’d Kick You), Renate Reinsve (Sentimental Value), Amanda Seyfried (The Testament of Ann Lee), and Emma Stone (Bugonia). Supporting categories highlight strong ensemble work, particularly from Sentimental Value, One Battle After Another, and Sinners.
Technical Excellence and New Award Categories
The 2025 OFCS Awards celebrate technical artistry with categories such as cinematography, editing, sound design, visual effects, and production design. Films like Frankenstein, F1, Avatar: Fire and Ash, Wicked: For Good, and Sirât appeared frequently across these categories.
Newly introduced awards this year include Best Ensemble & Casting, Best Makeup & Hairstyling, Best Sound Design, and Best Choreography (Dance & Stunt). These additions reflect the organization’s effort to recognize collaborative and behind-the-scenes contributions that are essential to filmmaking.
International Cinema and Documentary Recognition
International films continue to be a major focus for the OFCS. The Best Film Not in the English Language category includes It Was Just an Accident, No Other Choice, The Secret Agent, Sentimental Value, and Sirât, emphasizing global storytelling and cross-cultural perspectives.
The documentary category highlights powerful real-world narratives, while the Best Debut Feature category celebrates emerging talent, including first-time filmmakers such as Kristen Stewart and Eva Victor.
About the Online Film Critics Society
Founded in 1997, the Online Film Critics Society is a professional association of nearly 300 film journalists, historians, and scholars from around the world. Members represent major publications such as Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Sight & Sound, and Collider. The organization is dedicated to promoting thoughtful film criticism and recognizing cinema as both an art form and a source of entertainment. Learn more at here.
Looking Ahead to the Winners Announcement
With an expansive and competitive list of nominees, the 2025 OFCS Awards promise to be a meaningful celebration of the year in film. As anticipation builds toward the January 26 announcement, Sinners stands as the film to beat, but the depth and diversity of nominees ensure a compelling awards season ahead.
The full list of awards can be found here.
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