Oscar Nominated Shorts 2026: Live Action

For the 21st consecutive year, Shorts TV and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 20^th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences around the country and the world, don’t miss this year’s selection of shorts. The Academy Awards take place Sunday, March 2^nd.