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The Academy Awards will finally recognize Best Stunt Design during its ceremony beginning in 2028. The most prestigious awards in cinema, stunts have long been overlooked for Oscar contention. Despite being an integral part of countless movies since the early days of film, stunts have been neglected for major awards. There has been an increased push in recent years for the Oscars to include additional categories that reflect the ever-changing landscape of movies, and now, Best Stunt Design will be included.
Now, per Variety, Best Stunt Design will be added to the Oscars Ceremony beginning in 2028. The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that movies released in 2027 will be eligible for the new award in the 100th installment of the ceremony in 2028. Jeff Wolfe, the president of the Stuntmen’s Association, released a statement that is included below:
I can’t express enough how thrilled and proud we are to see the Academy recognize the art and craft of stunt action design with its own Oscar category. This is a historic moment for our community. For decades, stunt performers, coordinators, and action designers have played a crucial role in shaping the cinematic experience, often putting their bodies on the line to bring unforgettable moments to the screen. This recognition validates the passion, innovation, creativity and hard work that go into every fall, fight, and fireball. It’s not just a win for our industry — it’s a win for storytelling.
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Source: Variety
Oscars
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Los Angeles, CA
- Dates
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March 2, 2025
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https://www.oscars.org/