The 2025 BAFTA nominations celebrate a bold year in film, with Conclave dominating and standout performances from Sebastian Stan, Demi Moore, and Selena Gomez shining through.

The 2025 BAFTA Awards nominations have officially been announced, spotlighting a year filled with diverse storytelling, powerful performances, and groundbreaking achievements in film. As one of the most influential precursors to the Oscars, the BAFTAs often provide a glimpse into the frontrunners of the awards season while also celebrating the unique voices and stories shaping contemporary cinema. This year’s nominations reflect a vibrant mix of traditional filmmaking excellence and bold innovation, setting the stage for an exciting awards season finale.

Leading the pack is Ralph Fiennes’ Conclave, a gripping drama set against the backdrop of a papal election, which secured an impressive 12 nominations, including Best Film, Best Director, and multiple technical nods. Close behind with 11 nominations is Emilia Pérez, the genre-defying musical comedy-drama that has captured audiences worldwide with its vibrant performances by Selena Gomez, Zoe Saldaña, and Karla Sofía Gascón. Both films will compete in the highly coveted Best Film category alongside A Complete Unknown, The Brutalist, and Anora.

This year’s acting categories are equally stacked, featuring standout performances from rising stars and seasoned veterans alike. Sebastian Stan’s transformative portrayal of Donald Trump in The Apprentice earned him a nomination for Best Actor, while Demi Moore solidified her position as a Best Actress frontrunner for her haunting performance in The Substance. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande also shone in Wicked, earning nominations for their commanding musical roles. The supporting categories highlight the immense depth of talent this year, with Selena Gomez (Emilia Pérez), Jeremy Strong (The Apprentice), and Jamie Lee Curtis (The Last Showgirl) receiving well-deserved recognition.

In addition to honoring individual achievements, the BAFTAs continue to shine a spotlight on the global reach of cinema. Kneecap and The Seed of the Sacred Fig brought attention to underrepresented stories, while Daughters and Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story stood out among the year’s best documentaries. Technical categories saw films like Dune: Part Two, Nosferatu, and Wicked dominate, showcasing the extraordinary craft behind some of the year’s most visually and sonically stunning productions.

As the BAFTAs set the stage for the final stretch of awards season, these nominations not only honor the best in film but also reflect the evolving landscape of storytelling and representation in the industry. With the winners to be revealed on February 16, all eyes will be on the British Academy of Film and Television Arts to see which films and performances will shape the narrative heading into the Oscars.

The 2025 BAFTA Awards winners will be revealed on Feb. 16. See the full list of 2025 BAFTA nominations below.

2025 BAFTA nominations

Best Film

A Complete Unknown
Anora
Conclave
Emilia Pérez
The Brutalist

Outstanding British Film

Bird
Blitz
Conclave
Gladiator II
Hard Truths
kneecap
Lee
Love Lies Bleeding
The Outrun
Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl

Best Actress

Mikey Madison, Anora
Karla Sofía Gascón, Emilia Pérez
Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Hard Truths
Saoirse Ronan, The Outrun
Demi Moore, The Substance
Cynthia Erivo, Wicked

Best Actor

Timothée Chalamet, A Complete Unknown
Ralph Fiennes, Conclave
Hugh Grant, Heretic
Colman Domingo, Sing Sing
Sebastian Stan, The Apprentice
Adrien Brody, The Brutalist

Best Supporting Actress

Isabella Rossellini, Conclave
Selena Gomez, Emilia Pérez
Zoe Saldaña, Emilia Pérez
Felicity Jones, The Brutalist
Jamie Lee Curtis, The Last Showgirl
Ariana Grande, Wicked

Best Supporting Actor

Edward Norton, A Complete Unknown
Kieran Culkin, A Real Pain
Yura Borisov, Anora
Clarence Maclin, Sing Sing
Jeremy Strong, The Apprentice
Guy Pearce, The Brutalist

Best Director

Sean Baker, Anora
Edward Berger, Conclave
Denis Villeneuve, Dune: Part Two
Jacques Audiard, Emilia Pérez
Brady Corbet, The Brutalist
Coralie Fargeat, The Substance

Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director, or Producer

Luna Carmoon, Hoard
Rich Peppiatt, Kneecap
Dev Patel, Monkey Man
Sandhya Suri, James Bowsher, Balthazar de Ganay, Santosh
Karan Kandhari, Sister Midnight

Best Film Not in the English Language

All We Imagine as Light
Emilia Pérez
I'm Still Here
Kneecap
The Seed of the Sacred Fig

Best Documentary

Black Box Diaries
Daughters
No Other Land
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story
Will & Harper

Best Animated Film

Flow
Inside Out 2
The Wild Robot
Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl

Best Original Screenplay

Jesse Eisenberg, A Real Pain
Sean Baker, Anora
Rich Peppiatt, Naoise Ó Cairealláin, Liam Óg Ó Hannaidh, JJ Ó Dochartaigh, Kneecap
Brady Corbet, Mona Fastvold, The Brutalist
Coralie Fargeat, The Substance

Best Adapted Screenplay

James Mangold, Jay Cocks, A Complete Unknown
Peter Straughan, Conclave
Jacques Audiard, Emilia Pérez
RaMell Ross, Joslyn Barnes, Nickel Boys
Clint Bentley, Greg Kwedar, Clarence Maclin, "John Divine G" Whitfield, Sing Sing

As the 2025 BAFTA Awards nominations highlight an exceptional year in film, they also reflect a shifting industry landscape. With its mix of critically acclaimed projects and boundary-pushing performances, this year’s nominations showcase the creativity and resilience of filmmakers and actors navigating a rapidly evolving cinematic world. Sebastian Stan’s daring portrayal of Donald Trump in The Apprenticeand standout entries like Emilia Pérez and Wicked underscore the continued demand for bold storytelling that challenges audiences and reshapes cultural conversations.

These nominations are more than a celebration of talent—they signal trends in filmmaking that prioritize diversity, inclusivity, and artistic risk. Selena Gomez and Karla Sofía Gascón’s recognition in Emilia Pérez demonstrate the growing impact of authentic representation in modern cinema. Meanwhile, films like A Complete Unknown and Conclave highlight the allure of deeply personal storytelling alongside grand narratives that explore historical and cultural complexities. As awards season progresses, BAFTA’s picks will undoubtedly influence the conversation leading up to the Oscars.

The BAFTA Awards, scheduled for February 16, will not only honor the best in film but also set the stage for industry shifts in the years to come. With films like The Brutalist and Anora vying for the top prize, this year’s ceremony promises to celebrate both legacy and innovation. The winners and their works will leave a lasting impact, cementing their place in cinematic history while continuing to inspire audiences and creators alike.