How the Best Foreign Film Category Works
The Academy Award for Best International Feature Film honors feature-length motion pictures produced outside the United States with a predominantly non-English dialogue track. Each country may submit only one film per year. A shortlist is chosen by the International Feature Film branch, and eligible Academy members vote to determine the final nominees and winner.
2026 Oscar Nominations Best Foreign Film Contenders
The 2026 ceremony will consider films released in theaters in their home countries during the 2025 eligibility window. Early industry tracking suggests strong contenders from regions with recent international festival success and critically acclaimed releases. Submissions are still being finalized as national selection committees announce their official entries.
Where to Follow Official Oscar Updates
For the complete list of submissions and nominees, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences publishes official announcements and voting results on its website. Visit the official Oscars site for rules, eligibility details, and updates on the 2026 nominations.
