The vampire horror film Sinners has made Academy Awards history after receiving 16 Oscar nominations, the highest ever for a single movie. The achievement breaks the long-standing record of 14 nominations previously shared by classics such as Titanic, All About Eve, and La La Land.

Directed by Ryan Coogler, Sinners defies the traditional Oscar bias against horror films, emerging as the most recognised title of this awards season and securing a coveted spot in the Best Picture category.

The film stars Michael B. Jordan in a dual role as twin brothers who return to 1930s Mississippi to establish a juke joint, only to confront supernatural forces in the form of bloodthirsty vampires. Jordan’s performance has earned him a Best Actor nomination.

Other notable cast members include Wunmi Mosaku, the British-Nigerian actress whose performance has attracted significant awards attention, and veteran actor Delroy Lindo, who also received an acting nomination. Together, the ensemble has been widely praised for bringing emotional depth and intensity to the film.

Beyond acting categories, Sinners received nominations for directing, writing, producing, and several technical awards, highlighting its broad appeal across the film industry. Ryan Coogler himself is nominated in multiple categories, highlighting his creative influence on the project.

Blending horror with music, history, and social commentary, Sinners explores themes of race, redemption, and community against the backdrop of the American South, proving that genre films can achieve both critical acclaim and awards recognition.

The film’s standout performances have drawn major recognition. Michael B. Jordan is nominated for Best Actor, while Wunmi Mosaku and Delroy Lindo earned acting nominations for their supporting roles. Coogler also received multiple nods for his work behind the camera.

Below is the Full List of Sinners’ 16 Oscar NominationsBest Picture

Best Director – Ryan Coogler

Best Actor – Michael B. Jordan

Best Supporting Actress – Wunmi Mosaku

Best Supporting Actor – Delroy Lindo

Best Original Screenplay

Best Cinematography

Best Film Editing

Best Production Design

Best Costume Design

Best Makeup and Hairstyling

Best Original Score

Best Sound

Best Visual Effects

Best Casting

Best Original Song

The unprecedented recognition marks a rare breakthrough for the horror genre, which has historically struggled for acceptance at major award ceremonies. With its mix of genre storytelling and artistic ambition, Sinners has emerged as one of the most talked-about films of the year.

The Oscar winners will be announced on March 15, where Sinners will attempt to convert its record-breaking nominations into historic wins.