At the 2024 Academy Awards, Oppenheimer emerged as the biggest winner of the year, securing seven Oscars. Christopher Nolan's biopic claimed the prestigious Best Picture award, while Nolan himself clinched his first-ever Oscar for Best Director. Lead actor Cillian Murphy also achieved his maiden Oscar win, bagging the Best Actor accolade for his performance in Oppenheimer, marking a significant milestone in his career and collaborations with Nolan.
The film, which garnered a total of 13 nominations, triumphed in several categories, including Best Actor in a Supporting Role awarded to Robert Downey Jr. for his portrayal in Oppenheimer. Additionally, Oppenheimer clinched Oscars for Best Original Score by Ludwig Göransson, Best Cinematography by Hoyte van Hoytema, and Best Editing by Jennifer Lame, solidifying its dominance at the prestigious awards ceremony.