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Deadline Hollywood reports:

The Oscars are finally recognizing stunts with a new category, something long desired by stunt people but never realized until now.

The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Thursday that they are creating an annual competitive Academy Award for Achievement in Stunt Design, beginning with the 100th Academy Awards for films released in 2027.

Category rules for eligibility and voting for the inaugural award will be announced in 2027 with the complete 100th Academy Awards Rules. The specifics of the award’s presentation will be determined by the Academy’s Board of Governors and executive leadership at a future date.

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Stunts have always been part of the magic of movies. Now, they’re part of the Oscars.

The Academy has created a new annual award for Achievement in Stunt Design—beginning with the 100th Oscars in 2028, honoring films released in 2027. pic.twitter.com/lpHen9Qk9l

— The Academy (@TheAcademy) April 10, 2025