🏆 2025 Oscar Winners: Full List and Highlights from the 97th Academy Awards

The 2025 Oscars—officially the 97th Academy Awards—delivered one of the most unforgettable ceremonies in recent memory. Held on March 2, 2025, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the night was a celebration of cinematic excellence, breakthrough performances, and historic wins.

This year, indie darling “Anora” dominated the night with five major wins, while international films and long-anticipated blockbusters also took home their fair share of gold. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 Oscar winners, including all major categories, standout moments, and record-breaking achievements.

🥇 Best Picture: Anora

Sean Baker’s Anora won Best Picture, solidifying its place as 2025’s most celebrated film. This heartfelt, gritty drama not only resonated with critics and audiences alike but also showcased Baker’s masterful direction and storytelling.

🎬 Major Award Winners at a Glance

• Best Picture: Anora
• Best Director: Sean Baker (Anora)
• Best Actress: Mikey Madison (Anora)
• Best Actor: Adrien Brody (The Brutalist)
• Best Supporting Actress: Zoe Saldaña (Emilia Pérez)
• Best Supporting Actor: Kieran Culkin (A Real Pain)
• Best Original Screenplay: Anora
• Best International Feature: I’m Still Here (Brazil)
• Best Animated Feature: Flow
• Best Visual Effects: Dune: Part Two
• Best Production Design & Costume Design: Wicked

🎭 Sean Baker Makes History

Director Sean Baker not only won Best Director, but also matched Walt Disney’s legendary record by winning four Oscars for a single film (Anora): Best Picture, Director, Original Screenplay, and Editing. It was a groundbreaking night for independent cinema and a career-defining moment for Baker.

👑 Standout Acting Performances

• Mikey Madison delivered a stunning performance in Anora, earning her the Best Actress Oscar and widespread critical acclaim.
• Adrien Brody, already an Oscar winner for The Pianist, added another golden statue to his collection for his complex, moving role in The Brutalist.
• Zoe Saldaña made history as the first American of Dominican descent to win an Oscar, taking home Best Supporting Actress for Emilia Pérez.
• Kieran Culkin charmed audiences in A Real Pain, earning a well-deserved win for Best Supporting Actor.

🌍 Diversity and Global Recognition

International cinema had a strong showing. Brazil’s I’m Still Here took home Best International Feature, showcasing the Academy’s continued recognition of powerful storytelling across the globe. Animated gem Flow was crowned Best Animated Feature, standing out for its artistic innovation.

🎶 Music, Sound & Spectacle

• Best Original Song went to “El Mal” from Emilia Pérez, a powerful performance that lit up the Oscars stage.
• Dune: Part Two earned Best Sound and Best Visual Effects, continuing its legacy as a sci-fi powerhouse.
• Wicked dazzled the Academy with its production and design, winning both Costume and Production Design. Notably, Paul Tazewell became the first Black man to win Best Costume Design—a huge milestone for representation in the industry.

🧠 Oscar 2025 Ceremony Highlights

Hosted by Conan O’Brien, the ceremony was filled with laughter, emotional speeches, and unforgettable performances. It was a balanced mix of fun, purpose, and cinematic passion. Tribute segments and political messages also found a place on the stage, reflecting the global events shaping today’s art.

💬 Final Thoughts

The 2025 Oscar winners list proves that bold storytelling, fresh talent, and underdog films are continuing to reshape the landscape of Hollywood. From emotional performances to technical brilliance, this year’s Academy Awards had it all.

Whether you’re a movie buff, an indie film fan, or just curious who won big, 2025’s Oscars celebrated a beautifully diverse mix of stories and talents.

🔍 Don’t Miss:

• 🎥 Watch Anora – 2025’s most awarded film
• 🎞️ Stream The Brutalist, Emilia Pérez, and Flow
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📅 Last Updated: March 12, 2026