The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced its nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards earlier today, and Apple earned six nominations in total, including a Best Picture nomination for its popular Formula One racing film F1.
F1, which stars Brad Pitt, will compete against Bugonia, Frankenstein, Hamnet, Marty Supreme, One Battle After Another, Sinners, Sentimental Value, The Secret Agent, and Train Dreams for the Best Picture Award. The film also received nominations for Best Sound, Best Film Editing, and Best Visual Effects.
Apple documentary Come See Me in the Good Light was nominated for Best Documentary Feature Film, and The Lost Bus Received a nod for Best Visual Effects.
“We are so grateful to the Academy for its recognition of F1, Come See Me in the Good Light, and The Lost Bus — three films that evoke the exhilaration of human connection and which have resonated with global audiences in distinct ways,” said Zack Van Amburg, Apple’s head of Worldwide Video. “It’s thrilling to see F1 nominated for Best Picture and to witness so many members of the groundbreaking creative team honored, from visual effects and editing, to the film’s trailblazing sound. We send our warmest congratulations to all of the nominees.”
“With F1, Joe, Jerry, Brad, Lewis, and the entire creative team delivered something only they could — the most authentic, visceral, and entertaining racing film ever made,” said Jamie Erlicht, Apple’s head of Worldwide Video. “They pushed technical boundaries at every turn, and it’s been a privilege to partner on a project of this ambition. Seeing F1 nominated for Best Picture is a testament to their remarkable artistry, vision, and unwavering passion. Alongside the extraordinary Come See Me in the Good Light and The Lost Bus, we’re proud to celebrate the brilliant work of this year’s nominees, and we’re so thankful to the Academy.”
F1 was the highest-grossing sports feature of all time, and is Apple’s top-grossing film to date. The movie earned nearly $632 million worldwide during its theatrical run. The film is currently available for streaming on Apple TV.
Apple says that its films, documentaries, and shows have earned 687 total wins and 3,229 award nominations since the Apple TV service launched in 2019.
The 98th annual Academy Award winners will be revealed at the awards ceremony in Hollywood on Sunday, March 15.