Last updated on March 1, 2026
By Olga Sakharov
The 79th British Academy Film Awards will take place on 22 February 2026 at London’s Royal Festival Hall, marking one of the defining moments of the UK’s cinematic calendar. Honouring films released in British cinemas during 2025, the ceremony continues to function as both a national statement and an early barometer of the wider international awards race.
Among the most prominently nominated titles this year are One Battle After Another, Sinners, Hamnet, Marty Supreme and Sentimental Value. Their presence across the principal categories reflects the breadth of contemporary filmmaking currently under consideration by the Academy — from large-scale auteur projects to historically grounded and performance-driven dramas.
As ever, BAFTA’s significance lies not only in the distribution of trophies but in the institutional signal it sends. The Academy’s selections frequently indicate which creative approaches — whether formal ambition, narrative precision or interpretative depth — are regarded as most compelling within the British professional community. The outcome of Sunday’s ceremony will help clarify how this year’s cinematic achievements are positioned within the broader awards landscape.