# Netflix at the Oscars 2026 — KPop Demon Hunters Is Already a Lock, But Can Frankenstein Pull Off the Upset?

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Published: 2026-03-12  
Updated: 2026-03-12  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

18 nominations. Two films with real winning momentum. And one animated movie that’s become a global phenomenon. Netflix is walking into the 2026 Academy Awards with more firepower than ever — and this might genuinely be its best Oscars night to date. Here’s the full breakdown.

## Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters 2026 Oscar Nominations at a Glance

| Film | Key Nominations |
| --- | --- |
| *KPop Demon Hunters* | Best Animated Feature, Best Original Song (“Golden”) |
| *Frankenstein* (del Toro) | Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor (Jacob Elordi), Cinematography, Costume Design, Makeup, Sound, Production Design |
| *Train Dreams* | Best Picture |
| **Total Netflix Nominations** | **18** |
| Ceremony Date | March 15, 2026 |
| Host | Conan O’Brien |

## *KPop Demon Hunters* — Netflix’s Safest Bet of the Night

There’s no stopping *KPop Demon Hunters*, nominated for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song (“Golden”). This global phenomenon would net Netflix its second win in the Animated Feature category, following *Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio* in 2023.

Few films — maybe one or two a year at best — have *KPop Demon Hunters’* cultural footprint. It’s a new level of success for Netflix, uniting audiences around the world in their love of a film, its characters, and irresistible earworm tunes.

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For Best Original Song, “Golden” faces stiff competition from *Sinners’* “I Lied To You” — making that category a genuine toss-up.

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## *Frankenstein* — del Toro’s Wildcard

Guillermo del Toro’s *Frankenstein* had an awards-quality theatrical run before streaming on Netflix — and at LA screenings, many tears were shed by moviegoers and awards voters alike, making Mary Shelley’s story all the more powerful as a collective cinematic experience.

When it comes to crafts, del Toro’s loyal crew — costume designer Kate Hawley, production designer Tamara Deverell, makeup artist Mike Hill, and composer Alexandre Desplat — are all widely expected to collect awards on behalf of the film.

If Netflix wins anything outside Best Animated Feature, it’s likely for the handmade wonders of *Frankenstein*. Cinematographer Dan Laustsen — del Toro’s go-to collaborator — remains a sentimental favourite despite *Sinners’* Autumn Durald being the frontrunner in that category.

## Best Picture — Can Netflix Break the Curse?

Warner Bros. is likely winning Best Picture with either *One Battle After Another* or *Sinners* — the two clear frontrunners. Netflix’s *Frankenstein* and *Train Dreams* are nominated, but neither carries the big, showy energy that typically dominates the final award. [cassiuslife](https://cassiuslife.com/1392899/yahya-abdul-mateen-ii-netflix-man-on-fire-series-trailer-release-date/)

The studio has yet to win a Best Picture Oscar — but the [Academy Awards](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Academy_Awards) race in 2026 is as competitive as it’s been in years. Stay tuned for live results and full winners coverage at [TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in).

## FAQs

### **Q: How many Oscar nominations does Netflix have at the 2026 Academy Awards?**

Netflix earned 18 nominations at the 2026 Oscars — matching its tally from the previous year. Its biggest contenders are *KPop Demon Hunters* (Best Animated Feature, Best Original Song) and Guillermo del Toro’s *Frankenstein* (Best Picture, multiple craft categories).

###    **Q: Will *KPop Demon Hunters* win Best Animated Feature at the 2026 Oscars?**

All signs point to yes — *KPop Demon Hunters* is considered the overwhelming favourite for Best Animated Feature, up against *Arco*, *Elio*, *Little Amélie or the Character of Rain*, and *Zootopia 2*. A win would be Netflix’s second in this category after *Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio* in 2023.