Some films in this program include some disturbing and mature content and may not be suitable for very young children.

2026 ANIMATED SHORTS LINEUP
BUTTERFLY, dir. Florence Miailhe | France | 15min
ÉIRU (Shortlisted), dir. Giovanna Ferrari | Ireland | 13min
FOREVERGREEN, dir. Nathan Engelhardt and Jeremy Spears | United States | 13min
THE GIRL WHO CRIED PEARLS, dir. Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski | Canada | 17min
RETIREMENT PLAN, dir. John Kelly | Ireland | 7min
THE THREE SISTERS, dir. Konstantin Bronzit | Israel, Cyprus | 14min

The program features three feature-length theatrical presentations, one for each Academy Award® Short Film category—Animated, Documentary, and Live Action—showcasing outstanding short films from around the world.   Oscar® Nominated Shorts Program offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience these celebrated works on the big screen ahead of the Oscars®. Honoring short films as a distinct art form, Roadside Attractions will support the program as a must-see theatrical event, uniting film lovers and the global filmmaking community in a shared cinematic experience.   The 98th Oscar® Nominated Shorts is presented by Roadside Attractions and is not a release presented by, sponsored by or endorsed by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. The Academy has licensed Roadside Attractions the right to use the Oscar® trade name in connection with such release.