1986 Film Awards Season
Discover the full movie awards season from $1986, covering the most prestigious honors in filmmaking. Browse major ceremonies like the Oscars, Golden Globes, Cannes, and BAFTAs – with detailed info on winners, nominees, categories, and memorable red carpet moments.
March 24, 1986
The 58th Academy Awards
The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, honor excellence in the film industry. The 58th ceremony celebrated films released in 1985 and showcased outstanding achievements in acting, directing, and technical crafts. Held on March 24, 1986 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, it was a memorable night recognizing cinematic accomplishments.
Total movies nominated
24
Total movies awarded
17
March 16, 1986
39th British Academy Film Awards
The 39th British Academy Film Awards, more commonly known as the BAFTAs, took place on 16 March 1986 at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London, honouring the best national and foreign films of 1985. Presented by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, the event celebrated excellence in film across a wide range of categories. Notably, there are no records showing any nominations or a winner for Best Direction at this ceremony.
Total movies nominated
11
Total movies awarded
9
September 4, 1986
11th Toronto International Film Festival
The 11th Toronto International Film Festival was held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada from September 4 to September 13, 1986. 'The Decline of the American Empire' served as the opening film and went on to win the People's Choice Award, highlighting the festival's celebration of outstanding filmmaking. Awards spanned multiple categories, including special jury citations and international critics' recognition, underscoring the event's commitment to cinematic excellence.
Total movies nominated
0
Total movies awarded
2
March 8, 1986
38th Directors Guild of America Awards
The 38th Directors Guild of America Awards honored outstanding directorial achievements in film and television for 1985. The ceremony was held on March 8, 1986 at the Beverly Hilton and the Plaza Hotel. Nominees for television categories were announced on January 23, 1986, followed by feature film nominees on January 29, 1986.
Total movies nominated
4
Total movies awarded
1
January 24, 1986
43rd Golden Globe Awards
The 43rd Golden Globe Awards, honoring the best in film and television for 1985, were held on January 24, 1986.
Total movies nominated
20
Total movies awarded
0
March 22, 1986
1st Independent Spirit Awards
The 1st Independent Spirit Awards, hosted by Peter Coyote and Jeanne Lucas at the 385 North restaurant in Los Angeles, honored the best in independent filmmaking for 1985. Winners were announced on March 22, 1986.
Total movies nominated
7
Total movies awarded
6
May 28, 1986
13th Saturn Awards
The 13th Saturn Awards honored the best in science fiction, fantasy, and horror films of 1985. The ceremony was held on May 28, 1986, presenting awards across film, performance, and technical categories.
Total movies nominated
16
Total movies awarded
6
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