Oscar 2025 Favorites: Top Picks in the Key Five Categories by Bookmakers
In the Spotlight of Hollywood: A Peek into the 97th Academy Awards Predictions
Scheduled for the night of March 2-3, 2025, the exciting 97th Academy Awards will be held at the Dolby Theatre, Los Angeles. Unlike the previous year, the favorite for a sweeping victory has yet to emerge. Let's delve into the betting favorites and provide a sneak peek into the Big Five categories for this year's ceremony.
Best Picture
According to international bookmakers, the films vying for the Best Picture award have diverse odds, but Anora is currently the front-runner:
- Anora: 1.50
- Konklave: 3.25
- The Brutalist: 7.50
- Like A Complete Unknown: 50.00
- Emilia Pérez: 66.00
- Wicked: 66.00
- The Substance: 100.00
- Dune: Part Two: 100.00
- I'm Still Here: 100.00
- Nickel Boys: 100.00
Anora, a romantic dramedy starring Mikey Madison, has garnered a total of six nominations this year.
Best Actor
An intriguing race seems to be paying out between Adrien Brody and Timothée Chalamet:
- Adrien Brody - The Brutalist: 1.44
- Timothée Chalamet - Like A Complete Unknown: 2.63
- Ralph Fiennes - Konklave: 14.00
- Sebastian Stan - The Apprentice: 33.00
- Colman Domingo - Sing Sing: 33.00
Brody's captivating performance in the drama The Brutalist, which has received ten nominations, makes him a strong contender.
Timothée Chalamet's convincing portrayal of singer-songwriter Bob Dylan in the biopic Like A Complete Unknown is likely to give Adrien Brody a run for his money.
Best Actress
International bookmakers signal that Demi Moore might take the Best Actress award:
- Demi Moore - The Substance: 1.40
- Mikey Madison - Anora: 2.88
- Fernanda Torres - I'm Still Here: 11.00
- Cynthia Erivo - Wicked: 33.00
- Karla Sofía Gascon - Emilia Pérez: 33.00
Moore's captivating role in the body horror film The Substance earned her a Best Actress award at the Golden Globe Awards.
Best Director
Sean Baker and Brady Corbet seem to be the frontrunners for the Best Director category, with Anora and The Brutalist being the top bets:
- Sean Baker - Anora: 1.53
- Brady Corbet - The Brutalist: 2.38
- Jacques Audiard - Emilia Pérez: 20.00
- Coralie Fargeat - The Substance: 25.00
- James Mangold - Like A Complete Unknown: 25.00
Best Adapted Screenplay
Conclave appears to lead the pack in the Best Adapted Screenplay category:
- Conclave: 1.11
- Emilia Pérez: 9.00
- Nickel Boys: 16.00
- Like A Complete Unknown: 12.00
- Sing Sing: 20.00
With nominations spanning numerous other categories, the 97th Academy Awards might surprise viewers with a wide range of winners. Stay tuned to find out who takes home the coveted awards!
The ceremony is set to broadcast in the early hours of March 3, with well-known presenters including Harrison Ford, Gal Gadot, and Samuel L. Jackson. Tune in to ProSieben for live coverage, or stream the event on Joyn or Disney.
What are the predictions for the 97th Academy Awards in 2025? Adrien Brody might win Best Actor for his performance in "The Brutalist," while Demi Moore could take home Best Actress for her role in "The Substance." Anora, directed by Sean Baker, is the front-runner for Best Picture, and "Conclave" seems to lead the pack in the Best Adapted Screenplay category. Unlike the previous year, no clear favorite has emerged yet. Tune in to ProSieben on March 3 to watch the ceremony, or stream it on Joyn or Disney. Colman Domingo, nominated for Best Actor in "Sing Sing," is also a strong contender to watch.
