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Oscars 1930 Winners & Nominees

The 2nd Academy Awards (1930) took place on April 3, 1930. The Broadway Melody won Outstanding Picture. Every winner and nominee in all 3 categories is below.

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Oscars 1930: The Winners

The Broadway Melody won Outstanding Picture.

The Broadway Melody (1929) movie poster Outstanding Picture

Outstanding Picture

The Broadway Melody

1929 · Drama, Romance, Musical · $213 worldwide

1 win from 3 nominations at the 2nd Academy Awards (1930)

Two vaudeville sisters, Hank and Queenie Mahoney, seek to elevate their careers with a chance to perform on Broadway. They abandon their small-time act for a debut on the big stage, hoping to find success and fortune. However, a romantic complication arises when Eddie, initially interested in Hank, begins to show affection for Queenie, putting a strain on the sisters' relationship and creating drama within the dazzling world of show business.

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All 3 Oscars 1930 Categories: Winners & Nominees

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Who won Outstanding Picture at the 2nd Academy Awards (1930)?

The Broadway Melody (1929) won Outstanding Picture.

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When was the 2nd Academy Awards (1930)?

The 2nd Academy Awards (1930) took place on April 3, 1930. The database has 3 categories and 3 nominations for it.