The 2025 Oscars Prep You Need: 5 Films to Watch Now
Get ahead of the buzz—these picks will surprise you! The 97th Academy Awards hit on March 2, 2025, and the race is heating up. From musical twists to epic dramas, these five films are must-sees to prep you for Oscar night. Ready to dive in?
Film 1 – Emilia Pérez: The Musical Crime Drama You Didn’t See Coming
Leading with 13 nominations, this Netflix gem blends crime, music, and a trans cartel boss’s journey. Karla Sofía Gascón’s historic Best Actress nod (first openly trans nominee) and Zoe Saldaña’s supporting role make it a contender. It’s wild, it’s bold, and it’s streaming now—perfect for your pre-Oscars binge.
Next: From musical mayhem to architectural ambition…
Film 2 – The Brutalist: A Postwar Epic Built for Glory
With 10 nods, including Best Picture and Adrien Brody’s towering Best Actor bid, this A24 drama follows a Hungarian architect chasing the American Dream after WWII. Its slow-burn intensity and stunning visuals scream Oscar bait. Catch it in theaters now—don’t wait for the Apple TV drop post-ceremony.
Next: Next up, a musical that’s flying high…
Film 3 – Wicked: The Broadway Hit Soaring to Oscar Gold
Also snagging 10 nominations, this Universal blockbuster brings Oz to life with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. Best Picture, Best Supporting Actress (Grande), and technical nods galore—it’s a visual and vocal feast. Still in theaters and dazzling crowds, it’s a must-watch before March 2 rolls around.
Next: Now, a biopic strumming its way to the top…
Film 4 – A Complete Unknown: Dylan’s Electric Oscar Bid
Timothée Chalamet channels Bob Dylan in this Searchlight biopic, earning 8 nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actor. From folk roots to that infamous 1965 Newport set, it’s a raw, musical ride. Catch it in theaters now—it’s a frontrunner that’ll have you humming all awards season.
Next: Finally, a thriller that’s anything but holy…
Film 5 – Conclave: Papal Politics with Oscar Punch
Ralph Fiennes leads this Focus Features thriller with 8 nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actor. A cardinal navigating a secretive papal election, it’s twisty, tense, and totally binge-worthy. Streaming on Peacock or rentable now, it’s a surprise hit you’ll debate all the way to Oscar night.
Next: Ready to pick your favorite?
Your 2025 Oscars Watchlist Awaits!
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These five films—Emilia Pérez, The Brutalist, Wicked, A Complete Unknown, and Conclave—are your ticket to Oscars prep. They’re packed with surprises, star power, and awards buzz you won’t want to miss before March 2, 2025.
