In addition to the new category in the 100th edition of the Award, Academy of Film Arts and Sciences will include better cast in 2026
After much waiting and several campaigns with mobilization of some sectors of Hollywood, Academy of Arts and Cinematographic Sciences finally revealed that the hundredth edition of the Oscar will have an unprecedented prize.
From 100 ° Oscarwhich is scheduled for 2028 and will recognize films released throughout 2027, gym should reward stuntmen with the category Achievement inStunt Design (which must be translated as Best stunt design or Best Store Design).
It is worth mentioning how the 2028 edition of the prize will have 25 categories, since in 2026 the event will have another category: Best castwho will award cast directors, responsible for selecting the actors and actresses who will play characters.
In a press release, Bill KramerCEO of Academyand Janet Yangpresident of the institution, talked about the novelty of the Oscar. “Since the early days of cinema, stunt it has been an integral part of film production. We are proud to honor the innovative work of these technical and creative artists, and we congratulate them on their commitment and dedication to this memorable occasion,” he said.
In 2027, Academy will reveal the rules for eligibility of the new category, while details of the presentation of the award will be determined by the Academy Board of Directors and by executive leadership in the coming months.
“Since the Early Days of Cinema, Stunt Design has Been an Integral Part of Filmmaking,” Said Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang. “We are Proud to Honor the Innovative Work of These Technical and Creative Artists, and We Congratulate Them for Their Commitment…
– The Academy (@theacademy) April 10, 2025
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Source: Rollingstone

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