Initially, Marvel Cinematic Universe was a gamble – turning the interwoven storylines from comic books into movies and TV shows. However, it’s unlikely that Kevin Feige and his team could have foreseen the unprecedented success this franchise would achieve. Beginning with the 2008 film, Iron Man, the MCU has not only surpassed all other franchises in terms of popularity and revenue, but it has also set a trend for other series to adopt the concept of a shared cinematic universe encompassing prequels, sequels, spin-offs, and so on. It’s difficult to envision modern Hollywood without the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Although the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has enjoyed widespread acclaim among audiences and critics alike, it’s worth noting that the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences has traditionally been a bit reserved in acknowledging the artistic merit of these films, focusing more on their technical aspects. This is not unusual given the Academy’s history of showing less affection for comic book movies overall. Over time, Marvel Studios films have received numerous nominations, but only two have emerged victorious. Here’s a rundown of every Marvel Studios movie that has been nominated for an Academy Award (and the two that managed to take home the prize).
Iron Man (2008)
- Best Sound Editing: Frank Eulner and Christopher Boyes (Nominated)
- Best Visual Effects: John Nelson, Ben Snow, Dan Sudick, and Shane Mahan (Nominated)
Iron Man 2 (2010)
- Best Visual Effects: Janek Sirrs, Ben Snow, Ged Wright, and Dan Sudick (Nominated)
The Avengers (2012)
- Best Visual Effects: Janek Sirrs, Jeff White, Guy Williams, and Dan Sudick (Nominated)
Iron Man 3 (2013)
- Best Visual Effects: Christopher Townsend, Guy Williams, Erik Nash, and Dan Sudick (Nominated)
Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014)
- Best Visual Effects: Dan DeLeeuw, Russell Earl, Bryan Grill, and Dan Sudick (Nominated)
Guardians of the Galaxy (2014)
- Best Makeup and Hairstyling: Elizabeth Yianni-Georgiou and David White (Nominated)
- Best Visual Effects: Stephane Ceretti, Nicolas Aithadi, Jonathan Fawkner, and Paul Corbould (Nominated)
Doctor Strange (2016)
- Best Visual Effects: Stephane Ceretti, Richard Bluff, Vincent Cirelli, and Paul Corbould (Nominated)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)
- Best Visual Effects: Christopher Townsend, Guy Williams, Jonathan Fawkner, and Dan Sudick (Nominated)
Black Panther (2018) – WINNER
- Best Picture: Kevin Feige (Nominated)
- Best Costume Design: Ruth Carter (Won)
- Best Original Score: Ludwig Göransson (Won)
- Best Original Song: Kendrick Lamar, Sounwave & Anthony Tiffith (music); Lamar, SZA & Tiffith (lyrics) for “All the Stars” (Nominated)
- Best Production Design: Production Design: Hannah Beachler; Set Decoration: Jay Hart (Won)
- Best Sound Editing: Benjamin A. Burtt and Steve Boeddeker (Nominated)
- Best Sound Mixing: Steve Boeddeker, Brandon Proctor, and Peter J. Devlin (Nominated)
Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
- Best Visual Effects: Dan DeLeeuw, Kelly Port, Russell Earl, and Dan Sudick (Nominated)
Avengers: Endgame (2019)
- Best Visual Effects: Dan DeLeeuw, Russell Earl, Matt Aitken, and Dan Sudick (Nominated)
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)
- Best Visual Effects: Christopher Townsend, Joe Farrell, Sean Noel Walker, and Dan Oliver (Nominated)
Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
- Best Visual Effects: Kelly Port, Chris Waegner, Scott Edelstein, and Dan Sudick (Nominated)
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) – WINNER
- Best Supporting Actress: Angela Bassett (Nominated)
- Best Costume Design: Ruth Carter (Won)
- Best Makeup and Hairstyling: Camille Friend and Joel Harlow (Nominated)
- Best Original Song: Ryan Coogler, Ludwig Göransson, Rihanna & Tems (music); Coogler & Tems (lyrics) for “Lift Me Up” (Nominated)
- Best Visual Effects: Geoffrey Baumann, Craig Hammack, R. Christopher White, and Dan Sudick (Nominated)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)
- Best Visual Effects: Stephane Ceretti, Alexis Wajsbrot, Guy Williams, and Theo Bialek (Nominated)
Will Marvel Ever Win a Major Oscar?
Marvel Studios has primarily received accolades for technical aspects, but it’s hoped that the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) will delve into deeper, more impactful storylines in future productions. It’s possible that these upcoming MCU films could be so exceptional that they might compel the Academy to acknowledge them beyond their visual grandeur.
At present, Marvel Studios can only celebrate their impressive history of notable nominations and disappointing defeats. Yet, the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to thrive, suggesting that it’s just a matter of time before they claim a significant Oscar victory.
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