The 2024 Oscars ceremony was a historic moment in the film industry, with several surprises and notable occurrences. The event took place on March 10, 2024, at 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET and was broadcast on ABC. Vanessa Hudgens hosted The Oscars Red Carpet Show, with Julianne Hough as the co-host. Jimmy Kimmel returned as the host of the show, marking his fourth time in this role.
Among the standout nominees were Oppenheimer, which led the field with 13 nominations, and Poor Things, which followed closely with 11 noms. Killers of the Flower Moon was also a strong contender with nominations in 10 categories. The box office hit Barbie earned eight nominations, including nods for Best Picture and Best Supporting Actress. The list of nominated actors included industry veterans like Bradley Cooper, Robert De Niro, and Emma Stone, as well as a significant number of first-time nominees.
One of the surprises of the night was the omission of Leonardo DiCaprio for Killers of the Flower Moon in the Best Actor category. Margot Robbie was also left out for her performance in Barbie. However, both actors received recognition in other categories. Emma Stone emerged as a winner, securing the Best Actress award for her role in Poor Things. Other winners included Cillian Murphy for Best Actor in Oppenheimer, Robert Downey Jr. for Best Supporting Actor, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph for Best Supporting Actress.
The 2024 Oscars saw several historical moments and records being set. Lily Gladstone became the first Native American woman to be nominated for Best Actress. Emma Stone was only the second female producer to receive nominations for both Best Actress and Best Picture in the same year. Martin Scorsese now holds the record for the most-nominated living director. Greta Gerwig became the first director, male or female, to have their first three solo directorial efforts all nominated for Best Picture.
Overall, the 2024 Oscars were a mix of surprises, records, and groundbreaking moments. The event showcased a diverse range of talent and recognized the achievements of both seasoned professionals and newcomers in the industry. Despite some unexpected omissions in the nominations, the ceremony celebrated the best of cinema in the past year. As the winners took the stage and the audience applauded, it was clear that the 2024 Oscars would be remembered for years to come.