Celebrate nominated Animated Feature Films as we welcome nominees for a panel in our David Geffen Theater. Hear from the filmmakers about the making of their films and their impact on the field of animation.

During the same day, head to the Sidney Poitier Grand Lobby for a showcase of items from the nominated films, including concept sketches, character maquettes, and reference materials. Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of animation!

See the list of the 96th Oscar Nominees.

The below lists the 96th Oscars nominees that will be participating in the afternoon’s program. The list of participants is subject to change and will continuously be updated.

Best animated feature film of the year

Panelists to be confirmed, The Boy and the Heron
Video message from Hayao Miyazaki and Toshio Suzuki The Boy and the Heron


Peter Sohn, Elemental

Troy Quane, Karen Ryan, and Julie Zackary, Nimona

Pablo Berger, Robot Dreams

Kemp Powers, Justin K. Thompson, Phil Lord, and Christopher Miller, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

Additional panelists to be confirmed.

Moderated by: Short Films and Feature Animation Branch Governors, Jinko Gotoh and Marlon West