The Fox News Rundown Extra: Oscar Predictions, the Streaming Shift, and Why 2026 Was a "Bad Year" for Movies
Mar 14, 2026
Neil Rosen, longtime film critic and TV host, gives a brisk take on the 2026 awards race and the films leading the Best Picture fight. He weighs acting and directing contests, names notable snubs and rising stars, and digs into how streaming and shrinking theater screens reshaped the year. He also shares why he calls 2026 a bad year for movies and highlights a few personal favorite films.
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Sinners Versus One Battle Are A Coin Flip
- Sinners and One Battle After Another form a near dead-heat Best Picture race that Rosen compares to a coin flip.
- Sinners' BAFTA and actors-award momentum and its record 16 nominations have tightened its chances.
Best Actor Is A Razor Thin 51/49 Race
- Best Actor is extremely close between Michael B. Jordan and Timothée Chalamet, with Rosen giving Jordan a slight edge at 51/49.
- Chalamet might get delayed recognition for a previous Dylan role, making the race harder to predict.
Jesse Buckley Considered A Lock For Best Actress
- Jesse Buckley is a lock for Best Actress in Rosen's view, while Rose Byrne impressed but lacks the momentum.
- Rosen says Buckley's performance is broadly considered the clear favorite and would be huge news if upset.