Countdown to the 95th Academy Awards begins as the season of favorites and surprises unfolds. On March 12, the American film academy will close a chapter that lingered from the previous ceremony, a moment shaped by public debates and moments of spectacle that defined Oscars night for many. The conversation ranges from the glamor of premieres to the defining statements and remarks that followed, reflecting the evolving landscape of Hollywood and its audience.
Even as predictions circle the prizes, certain titles stand out for their artistry and ambition. The Fabelmans, directed by Steven Spielberg, stands as a personal exploration of memory and film. Multiverse adventures return with Daniels at the helm, pushing the bounds of genre in a dazzling display. Tom Cruise anchors the resurgence of Top Gun: Maverick, highlighting the film’s kinetic energy and its impact on modern blockbuster storytelling. The Banshees of Inisherin, from Martin McDonagh, has earned multiple awards elsewhere and is recognized for its sharp wit and emotional resonance, making it a strong candidate in another year of competition.
As the ceremony approaches, a retrospective warms the engines: a survey of films that have tallied the most Oscars since the 1920s. Although winning an Oscar does not always equal the best picture, several titles have left an enduring mark through sheer trophy count, standing out as benchmarks in cinematic history.
1. La La Land (2016) – 14 nominations
The musical featuring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, directed by Damien Chazelle, captivated audiences and critics alike and became a defining film of its year. It earned an impressive 14 nominations, a feat matched only by Titanic and Naked Eve in the annals of Oscar history.
2. Titanic (1997) – 14 nominations
James Cameron’s epic, led by Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, not only dominated the nominations but also captured the best picture and best director honors. The film’s sweep delivered 11 wins from its 14 nominations, a record that continues to echo in discussions of awards parity and cultural impact.
3. Naked Eve (1950) – 14 nominations
Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz and led by Bette Davis and Anne Baxter, the film amassed 14 nominations and secured six wins, including best picture, best director, and best original screenplay, cementing its status in classic Oscar lore.
4. The Fellowship of the Ring (2001) – 13 nominations
Peter Jackson’s first middle earth installment drew massive fan engagement and strong critical praise. While it earned 4 Oscars in technical and artistic categories, the trilogy’s legacy culminated in later acclaim with The Return of the King taking the top prize in a historic finale.
5. Forrest Gump (1994) – 13 nominations
Tom Hanks stars in this acclaimed drama, which secured a share of the year’s most coveted prizes. The film’s 13 nominations led to multiple wins, including best picture and best director, with Hanks earning the acting honors in a year crowded with extraordinary performers.
The remaining top ten
- Gone With The Wind (1939): 10 Oscars.
- West Side Story (1961): 10 Oscars.
- The English Patient (1996): 9 Oscars.
- gigi (1958): 9 Oscars.
- The Last Emperor (1987): 9 Oscars.
- From Here to Eternity (1953): 8 Oscars.
- On the Beach (1954): 8 Oscars.
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