Your Complete Guide to Watching the 2026 Oscars Best Picture Nominees in the UK
With the 2026 Academy Awards ceremony approaching rapidly, cinema enthusiasts across the United Kingdom are eager to catch up on all the films vying for Hollywood's most coveted prize. This year's ten Best Picture nominees showcase an extraordinary range of cinematic achievement, from groundbreaking horror to intimate family dramas and big-budget blockbusters.
Whether you're looking to support your favourite contender or simply want to experience the year's most celebrated films, our comprehensive guide details exactly where and how to watch each nominee. From streaming platforms and video-on-demand services to current cinema releases, we've compiled all the essential information you need.
Where to Stream, Rent or Watch in Cinemas
Bugonia
The latest collaboration between director Yorgos Lanthimos and actress-producer Emma Stone, this eccentric film follows a conspiracy theorist beekeeper who kidnaps a pharmaceutical CEO he believes is an alien. Despite earning four Oscar nominations including Best Picture, it hasn't yet joined any subscription streaming libraries. Bugonia is available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and Sky Store.
Frankenstein
Guillermo del Toro's long-awaited adaptation of Mary Shelley's classic novel features Oscar Isaac as the inventor and Jacob Elordi as the creature. With nine Oscar nominations to its name, this visually sumptuous gothic tale had a limited theatrical run before becoming available to stream. Frankenstein is streaming exclusively on Netflix.
F1
Brad Pitt stars in this slick racing blockbuster about a retired driver mentoring a rookie, produced with unprecedented access to Formula One tracks. As an Apple Original film, it's expected to join the main Apple TV+ subscription eventually. F1 is currently available to rent or buy on Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video and Sky Store.
Hamnet
This emotionally powerful adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's bestselling novel about Shakespeare's family has earned eight Oscar nominations and features standout performances from Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. Hamnet is currently showing in UK and Irish cinemas.
Marty Supreme
Josh Safdie's electric film about an ambitious ping-pong champion played by Timothée Chalamet has earned nine Oscar nominations and delighted audiences since its festive season release. Marty Supreme is showing in UK and Irish cinemas now.
One Battle After Another
Paul Thomas Anderson's adaptation of Thomas Pynchon's novel leads this year's nominations with an impressive thirteen nods, including Best Picture and Best Director. One Battle After Another is available to rent or buy on Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video and Sky Store.
The Secret Agent
This Brazilian crime drama set during political turmoil in 1977 earned particular notice when Wagner Moura won Best Actor at the Golden Globes. The Secret Agent will release in UK and Irish cinemas on February 20.
Sentimental Value
The Norwegian family drama that received a 19-minute standing ovation at Cannes has quietly built acclaim throughout awards season. Sentimental Value is still showing in select cinemas and will stream on Mubi in the UK and Ireland from February 13.
Sinners
Ryan Coogler's vampire horror set in 1930s Mississippi makes history with sixteen Oscar nominations, the most of any film this year. Sinners is available on demand through Sky Cinema and NOW TV Cinema, and to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and Sky Store.
Train Dreams
Clint Bentley's quietly beautiful adaptation of Denis Johnson's novella about a logger in the Pacific Northwest represents Netflix's contender in this year's race. Train Dreams is streaming now exclusively on Netflix.
Planning Your Oscars Viewing
With several films still in cinemas and others available through various digital platforms, UK viewers have multiple options for experiencing this year's Best Picture contenders. The diversity of availability means you can mix cinema visits with home viewing to suit your schedule and preferences.
Remember that release strategies continue to evolve, with some films transitioning from theatrical to streaming in the coming weeks. Checking individual platform listings for the most current information is always recommended as the Oscars ceremony approaches on March 8, 2026.
Whether you're catching up on missed contenders or revisiting favourites before the big night, this guide ensures you won't miss any of the cinematic excellence recognised by this year's Academy Awards.
