1935 Academy Awards: Oscar Winners, Nominees and Highlights
The 7th Academy Awards, held on February 27, 1935, at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, marked a significant milestone in Hollywood's golden age
Hosted by the charismatic Irvin S
Cobb, the ceremony celebrated the cinematic achievements of 1934
It was a year of firsts, with Claudette Colbert becoming the last winner to decline attendance, accepting her Best Actress award while at a train station
'It Happened One Night' made history by sweeping the top five categories, a feat not repeated until 1975
The awards took place against the backdrop of the Great Depression, with films providing much-needed escapism for audiences
This ceremony also saw the introduction of the Supporting Actor and Actress categories, expanding the recognition of talent in the industry
The 1935 Oscars reflected both the artistry and resilience of Hollywood during challenging times.
Major Award Categories: Winners and Nominees
In 1935, during the 7th Academy Awards Cerimony, held on 27/02/1935 the following movies, actors, actresses and directors were awarded with the Oscar in 6 categories honoring the films released in 1935:
What movie won the Best Picture Oscar in 1935?
Who won the Best Director Oscar in 1935?
Who won the Best Actor Oscar in 1935?
Who won the Best Actress Oscar in 1935?
Who won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar in 1935?
Who won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar in 1935?
Memorable Moments and Trivia
- It was the 7th Academy Awards ceremony, held at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles on February 27, 1935.
- "It Happened One Night" became the first film to win all five major Academy Awards (Best Picture, Director, Actor, Actress, and Screenplay), a feat not repeated until 1975.
- Clark Gable won Best Actor for "It Happened One Night," his only Oscar win despite multiple nominations throughout his career.
- Claudette Colbert won Best Actress for "It Happened One Night." She initially didn't attend the ceremony, believing she wouldn't win, and had to be rushed from a train station to accept her award.
- Shirley Temple, at age 6, received an honorary Juvenile Award, making her the youngest Oscar recipient in history.
- The ceremony was not broadcast on radio, making it one of the few early ceremonies without any form of broadcast.
- This was the last year that write-in candidates were allowed on Oscar ballots.
- Walt Disney won his third consecutive Oscar for Best Animated Short Film with "The Tortoise and the Hare."
FAQ
- Who was the host of the 1935 Academy Awards?
There was no official host for the 1935 Academy Awards. The 7th Academy Awards ceremony, held in 1935 for films released in 1934, was not hosted by a single individual. Instead, the awards were presented by various industry figures. - What were the biggest surprises at the 1935 Oscars?
One of the biggest surprises at the 1935 Oscars was Claudette Colbert winning Best Actress for 'It Happened One Night' over Bette Davis for 'Of Human Bondage'. Davis was considered a favorite, and her snub led to changes in the Academy's nomination process. - What were the most memorable speeches at the 1935 Academy Awards?
Unfortunately, there are no widely documented memorable speeches from the 1935 Academy Awards. The ceremony was much smaller and less formal than modern Oscar ceremonies, and speeches were not typically recorded or preserved from this early era of the awards.
What happened in 1935?
Discover what the world looked like in 1935: