BAFTA has announced the cinematography nominees for the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards.
The line-up is identical to the recently announced Oscar nominations, as well as the nods for the upcoming ASC Awards.
Those nominated in the Cinematography category are:
- Frankenstein – Dan Laustsen ASC DFF
- Marty Supreme – Darius Khondji ASC AFC
- One Battle After Another – Michael Bauman
- Sinners – Autumn Durald Arkapaw ASC
- Train Dreams – Adolpho Veloso ABC AIP
Leading the way overall is One Battle After Another, which boasts 14 nominations including for Best Film and Director (for Paul Thomas Anderson).
After recently breaking the record for most Oscar nominations, Sinners is nominated in 13 categories this time out, while there are 11 nominations for Hamnet and Marty Supreme.
After a successful outing at the European Film Awards, Sentimental Value has received eight BAFTA nominations, the same number as Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein.
Six former and current EE Rising Stars are nominated – Robert Aramayo, Jessie Buckley, Timothée Chalamet, Jacob Elordi, Chase Infiniti and Carey Mulligan.
In the Best Director category, two of the six directors are first-time nominees – Ryan Coogler and Josh Safdie.
Meanwhile, three BAFTA Breakthroughs are nominated: Jessie Buckley, Akinola Davies Jr. and Chase Infiniti.
Jane Millichip, CEO of BAFTA, said: “Huge congratulations to the teams behind the 46 superbfilms nominated today. They showcase the very best of storytelling and its ability to engage, entertain and provoke debate.
“This year’s nominated films are full of bold storytelling and exquisite craft. And the breadth of narrative, genres and styles is spellbinding.
“Whether newcomers or veterans, I hope our first-time nominees enjoy this much deserved spotlight, and I look forward to welcoming them and all our returning nominees to London.
“As the UK’s leading arts charity and academy, it’s a real privilege to showcase this year’s brilliant films and the talent in the 79th EE BAFTA Film Awards, which will be broadcast on BBC, BBC iPlayer, and across the world on 22 February.”
Sara Putt, chair of BAFTA, added: “Across the 2026 EE BAFTA Film Awards nominations it is thrilling to see British indie films and debuts in the company of blockbusters that have taken the world by storm.
“It’s an exceptional year for bold, original storytelling. Behind these films are thousands of hard-working crews who have worked tirelessly to bring them to life – the quality and craftsmanship on display is filmmaking at its best.
“We hope the public enjoy watching these films as much as our 8,300 BAFTA film voters have.”
The full list of nominees is available on the BAFTA website, and the winners will be announced at the EE BAFTA Films Awards on Sunday 22 February.
