Showcasing some of the best short films from around the world, the 2026 Oscar®-Nominated Shorts presents feature-length programs dedicated to each Academy Award® Short Film category: Animated, Documentary and Live Action. Get an edge on your Oscar® predictions, or just appreciate the nominated work of these emerging or experienced filmmakers. The Academy Awards take place on Sunday, March 15.

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OSCAR® Nominated Shorts: Animation (Runtime: 85-mins)

Papillon (Butterfly) (Dir. Florence Miailhe)
Forevergreen (Dir. Nathan Engelhardt & Jeremy Spears)
La jeune fille qui pleurait des perles (The Girl Who Cried Pearls) (Dir. Chris Lavis & Maciek Szczerbowski)
Retirement Plan (Dir. John Kelly)
The Three Sisters (Dir. Timur Kognov)
Éiru (Dir. Giovanna Ferrari) [Bonus short film, shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards]

*Please note: Some shorts in the Animation package may not be suitable for young children.