Awards

5th Academy Awards 1933

The 5th Academy Awards honored movies released from August 1, 1931 to July 31, 1932. Held at the Fiesta Room of the Ambassador Hotel on Friday, November 18, 1932, the ceremony showcased a number of historic firsts and ties, including two winners in the Best Actor category. Notable honors included a Special Award to Walt Disney for the creation of Mickey Mouse.

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Highlights of 5th Academy Awards 1933 – Best Moments, Winners, Speeches & Red Carpet Recap

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Total movie nominations

Total movie wins

Total people nominations

Total people wins

Most Nominations

Shanghai Express

Adventure

Drama

Thriller

3 nominations

Most Wins

Grand Hotel

Drama

Romance

1 win

Most recognized genres

Drama

2 nominations 2 wins

Romance

2 nominations 2 wins

Adventure

1 nominations 1 win

Most Nominations

Josef von Sternberg

1 nomination

All Cinematography Winners and Nominees – 5th Academy Awards 1933

Explore the full list of winners and nominees for the Cinematography category at the 5th Academy Awards 1933. Find out which films and performances earned critical acclaim in this prestigious awards category.

WINNER

Shanghai Express

All Directing Winners and Nominees – 5th Academy Awards 1933

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Nominees

Shanghai Express

All Outstanding Production Winners and Nominees – 5th Academy Awards 1933

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WINNER

Grand Hotel

Nominees

Shanghai Express

All Winners and Nominees – Full 5th Academy Awards Awards 1933 Category Breakdown

Explore the complete list of winners and nominees from the 5th Academy Awards Awards 1933. Browse every award category including Best Picture, Best Director, acting honors, technical awards, and more – all in one place.

5th Academy Awards - Cinematography

WINNER

Shanghai Express

5th Academy Awards - Directing

NOMINEES

Shanghai Express Josef von Sternberg

5th Academy Awards - Outstanding Production

WINNER

Grand Hotel

NOMINEES

Shanghai Express

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