The Top 19 Oscar Contenders of 2023 (So Far)
variety.comClayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Love stories, period dramas, the origins of sneakers and an explosion of multiverses are among the standout movies from the first half of 2023 that could have the legs to make it to next year’s Oscar ceremony.
As we enter the midpoint of the calendar year, we turn our attention to which films seem worthy of Academy recognition, based on critical acclaim and buzz surrounding contenders.
The list considers films that have had theatrical releases and standouts in 19 of the 23 Oscar categories. Read: Variety’s Awards Circuit for the latest Oscars predictions in all categories.
Of the top 10 highest-grossing films of 2023 so far, the animated spectacle “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” from Sony Pictures (currently sitting in the third spot with $319 million) has the best shot at reaching the coveted best picture lineup.
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