2026 European Film Awards Nominations: Celebrating Excellence in European Cinema
The nominations for the 2026 European Film Awards have been announced, with Oliver Laxe’s Sirāt, Mascha Schilinski’s Sound of Falling, and Yorgos Lanthimos’ Bugonia leading the art and craft categories. These films received five nominations each, while Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value followed closely with three nominations. The winners will be decided by the European Film Academy’s 5,400 members through voting. In the non-art and craft categories, Sentimental Value received nominations for Best European Film, Director, and Best Screenplay, with Renate Reinsve and Stellan Skarsgård nominated for Best European Actress and Actor, respectively. The European Film Awards ceremony will be held on January 17, 2026, in Berlin, Germany.
The art and craft nominations include categories such as European Casting Director, Cinematographer, Composer (Original Score), Costume Designer, Editor, Make-up & Hair Artist, Production Designer, and Sound Designer. Notable nominees in these categories include Nadia Acimi, Luís Bértolo & María Rodrigo for SIRĀT, Manu Dacosse for THE STRANGER, Jerskin Fendrix for BUGONIA, Michaela Horáčková Hořejší for FRANZ, Cristóbal Fernández for SIRĀT, Gabriela Poláková for FRANZ, Laia Ateca for SIRĀT, and Johnnie Burn for BUGONIA.
The European Film Awards celebrate the best in European cinema, honoring outstanding achievements in various categories. The nominations reflect the diversity and talent present in the European film industry, showcasing the artistry and craftsmanship behind the nominated films. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony, where the European film community will come together to celebrate and recognize excellence in filmmaking.