Reaction from the field
The 2026 Academy Awards, held on March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, saw the film Marty Supreme face significant setbacks, despite being A24’s highest grossing film ever. The film, which is set in 1952 and features various locations including New York and Japan, was shut out of the Oscars, leaving many in the industry surprised and disappointed.
Timothée Chalamet, who starred in Marty Supreme, was nominated for Best Actor for his role, yet he found himself overshadowed by Michael B. Jordan, who won the award for his performance in Sinners. Chalamet expressed his frustration, stating, “It’s been like seven, eight years that I feel like I’ve been handing in really, really committed, top-of-the-line performances.” This sentiment reflects the high stakes and pressures that come with Oscar nominations.
In addition to Chalamet’s nomination, Marty Supreme also garnered a nomination for Best Director for Paul Thomas Anderson and a nomination for Best Costume Design for Miyako Bellizzi, who received her first Oscar nomination for her work on the film. Bellizzi commented on the challenges of the project, saying, “You have to go into it head-on: Oscar-nominated Miyako Bellizzi on kitting out ‘Marty Supreme’.” Her team, consisting of 20 in-house tailors, created over 3,500 garments for the film, showcasing the ambitious nature of the project.
Despite these nominations, Marty Supreme did not win any awards, while One Battle After Another took home the coveted Best Picture award. The film Sinners led the nominations with a staggering 16 nods, highlighting the competitive landscape of the 2026 Oscars. The event, hosted by Conan O’Brien, lasted three hours and 45 minutes, making it one of the longer ceremonies in recent history.
Chalamet’s experience at the Oscars has sparked discussions about the unpredictability of award seasons. An unknown commentator remarked, “Has any actor worked so hard with such little result as Timothée Chalamet this Oscars campaign?” This statement encapsulates the sentiment among fans and critics alike, who had high hopes for Marty Supreme and its cast.
As the dust settles from the 2026 Oscars, the future of Marty Supreme remains uncertain. While the film has achieved commercial success, the lack of recognition at the Oscars raises questions about its legacy. The film’s ambitious storytelling and production design may not have translated into the accolades many anticipated.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding how this outcome will affect the careers of those involved, particularly Chalamet and Bellizzi. As the industry reflects on the results, it remains to be seen how Marty Supreme will be remembered in the context of the 2026 Academy Awards and beyond.