1987 Film Awards Season
Explore the most prestigious awards in cinema, celebrating excellence in filmmaking, acting, and technical achievement.
The Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, honor excellence in the film industry. The 59th ceremony celebrated films released in 1986 and recognized outstanding achievements across acting, directing, and technical categories. Held on March 30, 1987 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, it remains a memorable event in Oscar history.
Total movies nominated
27
Total movies awarded
18
The 40th British Academy Film Awards, more commonly known as the BAFTAs, took place on 22 March 1987 at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London, honouring the best national and foreign films of 1986. The ceremony was hosted by Ronnie Corbett and Ronnie Barker of The Two Ronnies. Notable winners included A Room with a View, which won multiple awards, and Woody Allen who took home Best Director and Best Original Screenplay for Hannah and Her Sisters.
Total movies nominated
14
Total movies awarded
17
The 12th Toronto International Film Festival took place in Toronto, Ontario, Canada from September 10 to September 19, 1987. The festival featured acclaimed films, including the opening film 'I've Heard the Mermaids Singing', and recognized outstanding cinematic work through its awards. Categories such as the People's Choice Award and International Critics' Award celebrated both innovative storytelling and directorial excellence.
Total movies nominated
0
Total movies awarded
1
The 39th Directors Guild of America Awards honored outstanding directorial achievements in film and television for 1986. The ceremony was held on March 7, 1987, at the Sheraton Premiere Hotel in Los Angeles and the nightclub 4D in New York. Feature film nominees were announced on January 28, 1987.
Total movies nominated
4
Total movies awarded
1
