Director Ryan Coogler and star Michael B. Jordan have officially made Academy Awards history. Their latest collaboration, Sinners, secured a record-breaking 16 nominations for the 98th Academy Awards. This tally officially surpasses the previous record of 14 nominations held by Titanic and La La Land. The highly anticipated ceremony is scheduled to take place on March 15, 2026.

This Southern Gothic horror film from Warner Bros. Pictures marks a significant tonal shift for the duo behind Black Panther and Creed. Set in the 1930s Jim Crow South, the movie features Michael B. Jordan in dual roles as twin brothers returning to their hometown to face a supernatural threat. The film's massive nomination haul includes major categories such as Best Picture, Best Director for Coogler, and Best Actor for Jordan.

While the film looks to sweep the Oscars, it is already a massive hit with audiences at home. Sinners continues to maintain a strong presence on Prime Video’s top 10 most-watched list as the awards date approaches. Industry data shows that viewers are flocking to the streaming platform to catch up on the horror sensation before the red carpet rolls out this Sunday.