TMDb/The Garden of Sinners: Ov Movie Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" makes Oscar history with a record 16 nominations. Discover the story behind the groundbreaking horror film's success. March 15, 2026 AceShowbiz - Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler, has made cinematic history with an unprecedented 16 Academy Award nominations. This achievement not only makes it the most-nominated film of the 2026 Oscars but also sets a new record for the highest number of nominations ever received by a single movie.