1970 Film Awards Season
Explore the most prestigious awards in cinema, celebrating excellence in filmmaking, acting, and technical achievement.
The 42nd Academy Awards, held at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on Tuesday, April 7, 1970, honored films released in 1969. The ceremony celebrated outstanding achievements across a wide range of categories—from acting and directing to documentary and technical awards—with memorable moments such as John Wayne’s Best Actor win for True Grit and John Schlesinger’s Best Directing win for Midnight Cowboy.
Total movies nominated
13
Total movies awarded
14
The 23rd British Academy Film Awards, given by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts in 1970, honoured the best films of 1969. Notable winners included Dustin Hoffman for Best Actor and Maggie Smith for Best Actress, with Laurence Olivier taking Best Supporting Actor and Jon Voight being recognised as Most Promising Newcomer. The event celebrated a diverse range of films from across genres, marking a significant year in cinema history.
Total movies nominated
8
Total movies awarded
5
