Apple TV+ has recently excelled in the realm of television shows, yet it continues to face challenges in the movie department. The latest Oscar nominations have revealed that the platform has received no nominations this year.
No 2024 Apple TV+ Films Recognized by the Academy
Today, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed the nominations for the 97th Oscars.
Apple received no nominations in any major categories, including best director, actor, actress, documentary, or cinematography.
Films from Apple TV+ were completely absent from this year’s nominations.
Some films that might have been contenders had they met theatrical qualification include:
This absence of nominations underscores the ongoing difficulties the streamer faces with its films, even as its television offerings thrive.
Loss of Early Oscar Success Amid Changing Film Strategies
In 2022, Apple TV+ made history as the first streaming service to win the Best Picture Oscar with CODA, which triumphed over its competitors and earned Apple a prestigious accolade.
This win was particularly noteworthy since Netflix had never clinched the Best Picture award before.
However, since that success, Apple’s journey in film has faltered.
After experiencing a series of theatrical disappointments and a late change in strategy for Wolfs, Apple is reportedly recalibrating its film approach, opting to release fewer theatrical films and focus instead on streaming-only content.
The company also appears to be leaning towards more broadly appealing films compared to the more Oscar-centric projects of the past, including a forthcoming high-budget F1 film aimed to become its first summer blockbuster.
Given this shift in direction, the absence of Oscar nominations might not be a significant blow for the company, but it still likely stings considering Apple’s early accolades.
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