The Golden Raspberry Awards nominations for 2026 have been announced, featuring a mix of top-tier celebrities, major studio productions, and notable box office failures. This year’s Razzie list notably excludes a Robert De Niro Razzie nomination, despite his peers receiving nods.
The Razzies, an annual event recognizing the worst films and performances in Hollywood, released their nominations just before the Academy Awards announcements scheduled for tomorrow. Natalie Portman is at the forefront of the acting category, nominated for Worst Actress for her role in Fountain of Youth.
Leading Acting Nominations and Recognized Disappointments
Natalie Portman’s nomination for Worst Actress places her alongside fellow Oscar recipients Michelle Yeoh, nominated for Star Trek: Section 31, and Ariana DeBose, recognized for Love Hurts. This illustrates that even actors with decorated careers are not immune to critical backlash this year. Other Oscar-winning stars who received Razzie nods include Jared Leto, Nicolas Cage, and Robert De Niro, though notably De Niro was not nominated for this year.
Major Films Grapple with Multiple Razzie Nods
Disney’s live-action adaptation of Snow White, starring Rachel Zegler, stands out as one of the top targets, earning six Razzie nominations. This ties with the Ice Cube-led sci-fi reboot War of the Worlds, which also secured six nominations, including a Worst Picture nod.
Other Worst Picture contenders include The Electric State, Hurry Up Tomorrow starring Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, and Star Trek: Section 31. Both Snow White and War of the Worlds face each other across several categories such as Worst Remake, Worst Screen Combo, Worst Director, and Worst Screenplay.
Individual Nominations Highlight Industry Challenges
Ice Cube earned a Worst Actor nomination for his work in War of the Worlds, while Snow White drew criticism even for unconventional aspects, with its digitally generated dwarves receiving a Worst Supporting Actor nomination. The film’s massive financial failure reportedly led to losses exceeding $100 million for the studio.
Supporting Actress nominations included Anna Chlumsky, Ema Horvath, Scarlet Rose Stallone, Kacey Rohl, and Isis Valverde, reflecting a broad spectrum of performances under scrutiny by the Golden Raspberry Foundation.
Origins and Purpose of the Golden Raspberry Awards
The Razzies were established by UCLA film graduates and film industry veterans John J. B. Wilson and Mo Murphy as a satirical counterpoint to Hollywood’s more celebratory awards. The first ceremony took place on March 31, 1981, in Wilson’s Hollywood living room, recognizing what were considered the worst films of 1980.
The foundation’s mission is to encourage notable filmmakers and performers to accept responsibility for their missteps. Over the years, Sylvester Stallone has earned the most Razzie awards, with a total of twelve.
“The Golden Raspberry Foundation has claimed that the award ‘encourages well-known filmmakers and top-notch performers to own their bad.'” – John J. B. Wilson, Co-founder
“The Razzies, which was co-founded by UCLA film graduates and film industry veterans John J. B. Wilson and Mo Murphy, is a parody award show honoring the worst of cinematic failures.” – Mo Murphy, Co-founder
The Impact and Future Outlook for Hollywood’s Noteworthy Flops
The 2026 Razzie nominations highlight ongoing challenges for actors and studios trying to balance artistic ambition with commercial expectations. The significant presence of former Oscar winners among the nominees underscores an uneasy climate where past acclaim is no guarantee against critical disapproval.
While the Razzies offer a critical reflection on recent cinematic misfires, they also bring attention to the pressures confronting filmmakers and stars like Natalie Portman, Nicolas Cage, and Robert De Niro. As the industry awaits the Oscar results, these Razzie nods serve as a somber reminder of the risks involved in high-profile projects within Hollywood’s evolving landscape.
