The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the establishment of a stunt design Oscar, which will first be presented at the 100th Academy Awards. The Oscar will honor films released in 2027 at the 2028 ceremony.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Thursday that it will add an award for best stunt design, beginning with the 100th Oscars in 2028. “Since the early days of cinema, stunt design has been an integral part of filmmaking,

After many years of impassioned calls for an Oscar recognizing the art of the stunt, the film academy has decided to give it an official award