2025 BAFTA Revealed Longlist for Nominations

Dates You Need to Know

The road to the BAFTA Film Awards kicked off with the longlist announcements on January 3, 2025. Round 2 voting was open til January 10, 2025, when BAFTA’s voting members finalized the nominations.

Nominations will be announced on January 15, 2025, via BAFTA’s YouTube channel. Winners will be revealed during the ceremony on Sunday, February 16, 2025, aired live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

The EE Rising Star Award

The EE Rising Star Award is celebrating its 20th year and stands out as the only award at the EE BAFTA Film Awards voted on by the public. A panel of industry pros, including actors and past winners, selected this year’s nominees.

Announced by actor Jack O’Connell at a press event hosted by Ali Plumb, the 2025 nominees are Marisa Abela, Jharrel Jerome, David Jonsson, Mikey Madison, and Nabhaan Rizwan. Don’t forget, the winner is up to YOU, the fans.

Hot Picks in the Best Film Race

The Best Film longlist for the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards features a mix of highly anticipated films like Dune: Part Two, Wicked, and The Apprentice. Along with these major contenders, Anora, Emilia Pérez, The Brutalist, and Kneecap add a fresh, exciting layer to the race.

The competition is heating up with a diverse range of films, from blockbusters to unique picks. Fans are sure to stay on the edge of their seats as the final nominations approach.

Outstanding British Film

The Outstanding British Film category has 15 films on the longlist, including Back to Black, Blitz, Kneecap, Gladiator II, and Paddington in Peru. This diverse range highlights both big-budget blockbusters and unique British stories.

Film voting members of the BAFTA will narrow this list down to five nominated films while a jury selects the remaining five. In the final round, the winning film will be decided by all BAFTA voting members.

Children’s and Family Film

BAFTA’s new Children’s and Family Film category is generating excitement this year. Movies like The Wild Robot, That Christmas, and Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl appeared on both the animated and family lists, showing how the two genres overlap.

What surprised many was Paddington in Peru being left out of the family film category despite being included in the Outstanding British Film category. Instead, films like Young Woman and the Sea and Kensuke’s Kingdom filled the debut lineup for kids’ movies.

The Number Race

When it comes to the number of nominations, some big films are dominating the 2025 BAFTA race. Emilia Pérez takes the lead with a remarkable presence in 15 categories, including Best Film and Director, while Conclave closely follows with 14 nominations.

Films like The Substance, The Brutalist, Wicked and A Complete Unknown also make strong showings with 11 nods each. Meanwhile, Dune: Part Two landed 10, and Anora and Gladiator 2 secured 9 nominations, leaving some surprises like A Real Pain with just two.

Animated Film

The Animated Film category has eight films advancing to the next stage, with Despicable Me 4, Inside Out 2, Moana 2, and Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl among the standouts. BAFTA film-voting members will narrow down the list to four nominees.

After that, the final vote will determine the winning film. Other notable contenders include That Christmas, Memoir of a Snail, and The Wild Robot. It’s a fierce race for the top animated spot.

Top Directors of 2025

The Director category showcases a stellar lineup, with big names like Denis Villeneuve (Dune: Part Two) and Jacques Audiard (Emilia Pérez) leading the charge. Also in the running are Brady Corbet (The Brutalist), Sean Baker (Anora), Edward Berger (Conclave), and Coralie Fargeat (The Substance).

With 189 films submitted, the competition is fierce. The Directing chapter will narrow it down to six nominees, and the final winner will be chosen by BAFTA’s film-voting members.

The race is sure to feature some exciting names as it progresses.

Screenplay Contenders

The Original Screenplay category highlights standout films like Anora, The Apprentice, and The Brutalist. These films bring fresh and engaging stories to the forefront, creating fierce competition among the best of the year.

In Adapted Screenplay, films like A Complete Unknown, Dune: Part Two, and Emilia Pérez stand out. These adaptations showcase powerful narratives that promise to make an impact in the awards season. Both categories feature some serious talent.

Leading Ladies Battle It Out

The Leading Actress category features incredible talent this year, with standouts like Cynthia Erivo in Wicked, Marisa Abela in Back to Black, Kate Winslet in Lee, and Karla Sofía Gascón in Emilia Pérez. With 82 performances considered, the Acting chapter’s vote helped shape the longlist of 10.

In the mix are other impressive names like Demi Moore (The Substance), Mikey Madison (Anora), and Saoirse Ronan (The Outrun). The competition is fierce, with each actress bringing their best to the screen, and the race to the top is only heating up.

Leading Actor Showdown

The competition for Leading Actor is heating up, with 10 performances advancing in this category. Top contenders like Adrien Brody, Colman Domingo, and Timothée Chalamet are in the mix, each vying for that coveted spot.

In this category, the Acting chapter members vote, with the top performers from their longlist making the cut. Excitement is building as names like Daniel Craig, Jude Law, and Ralph Fiennes bring their A-game.

Strong Names in Supporting Actress Longlist

Emilia Pérez is leading the pack with three nominations in the Supporting Actress category, including performances by Adriana Paz, Zoe Saldaña, and Selena Gomez. The competition also includes stars like Ariana Grande (Wicked) and Emily Watson (Small Things Like These).

With such a stacked lineup, this category will be one to watch. It’s a mix of fresh faces and veteran talents. Each performance is grabbing attention for all the right reasons.

Battle for Best Supporting Actor

The Supporting Actor category is stacked with talent. Clarence Maclin, Denzel Washington, and Guy Pearce are just a few big names making their mark alongside rising stars like Harris Dickinson and Yura Borisov.

With such a competitive mix, the outcome is unpredictable. Fans can expect an intense battle as these powerhouse performances vie for a spot in the final nominations. Who will come out on top?

Diverse Talent in British Shorts

The British Short Film category is buzzing with talent, featuring a diverse selection of films like The Ban, Clodagh, and Milk. From heart-wrenching drama to thought-provoking storytelling, these shorts are packed with emotion and creativity.

Films like The Flowers Stand Silently, Witnessing, and Stomach Bug stand out, bringing unique perspectives and fresh voices. The competition is heating up, and it’s exciting to see which of these will rise to the top as the longlist narrows down.

Spotlight on Editing & Cinematography

Editing has some exciting contenders this year, with films like Anora, The Substance, and Dune: Part Two leading the pack. These films promise some masterful editing that’s sure to make a huge impact on the awards race.

Cinematography is another competitive category, with films like Gladiator II, Nosferatu, and Emilia Pérez vying for attention. Expect stunning visuals from these nominees, setting the bar high for how a film’s look can elevate its storytelling.

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More Categories to Watch in the 2025 BAFTA Race

The 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards also includes a variety of exciting categories like British Short Animation, Sound, and Special Visual Effects. Production Design and Original Score are also up for grabs, alongside Makeup & Hair and Costume Design.

Casting, Documentary, and Film Not in English Language add even more thrilling competition. With such a diverse selection, there’s plenty to look forward to as the nominations take shape.

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