Sure, it’s the probably most prestigious award ceremony in the Western film industry, but the Oscars have become just as much of a fashion show in recent years. There’s a difference between an actor and a movie star, and red carpet looks are one of the most distinguishing factors.
Watch-savvy stylists are making more of an effort to try a tasteful timepiece out on their clients for major events. Last year, Colman Domingo’s white gold OMEGA Speedmaster Moonwatch and Joe Alwyn’s striking Bulgari stole the show. In short, they set a pretty high bar for those awards to come.
In the past few months, some of the industry’s biggest breakout stars have proven themselves to be quite the budding fashion icons, and the Actor Awards earlier this month were all the proof we needed. Connor Storrie’s shirtless suit look was only elevated by his Tiffany choker and Cocktail watch pairing, while Miles Caton’s Louis Vuitton Tambour added another classic touch that completed his clean, tailored look.
And now it’s the biggest night of the year in film. It’s neck-and-neck in the odds for the winners of the major awards, but whose wristwear will come on top? Read on to see our pick of the best watches from the Academy Awards 2026…
With a deep red guilloché dial, diamond-set bezel and a snake-shaped bracelet like no other, the Heated Rivalry star's Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas watch was a showstopper.
The Nigerian-American singer's Chopard watch, with its wreath-like diamond-set bezel, immediately caught our eyes when he stepped onto the carpet.
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If you're going to take on Tangled's Flynn Rider in a live-action, you've got to match his suave levels, and with that black-dial Rolex Oyster Perpetual, Manheim made a good start.
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The Brazilian actor, who stars alongside Wagner Moura in the four-time nominated The Secret Agent, brought out a very sleek Bulgari Octo Roma with a statement black dial against its stainless steel bracelet.
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The Oscar-winner landed on the red carpet with a bang, and his Hublot Big Bang Chronograph, with its rose gold case, was the perfect way to make a comeback after his victory last year.
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The British actor, who starred alongside Oscar-nominee Sebastian Stan in last year's psychological drama, A Different Man, took to the red carpet with a sleek, simple Star Legacy timepiece by Montblanc.
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Michael B Jordan, nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his leading role in Sinners, also seems to know his wristwear! His Piaget 9297 in yellow gold is about as classic as they come.
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Going for a look as classic as it gets for his reunion with Avengers co-star Robert Downey Jr, Chris Evans sported a Chopard L.U.C XPS watch with an 18-carat rose gold case. Very chic.
