1966 Academy Awards: Oscar Winners, Nominees and Highlights
The 38th Academy Awards, held on April 18, 1966, at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, was a night of glamour and historic moments
Hosted by the charismatic Bob Hope for the 17th time, the ceremony celebrated the best in cinema from 1965
The musical "The Sound of Music" dominated the evening, winning five awards including Best Picture
Julie Andrews, who had won the previous year for "Mary Poppins," was notably absent from the Best Actress category
In a groundbreaking moment, Lee Marvin won Best Actor for his comedic dual role in "Cat Ballou," proving that the Academy could recognize humor alongside drama
The ceremony took place against the backdrop of the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights Movement, reflecting the changing social landscape of 1960s America
This Oscar night would be remembered for its blend of traditional Hollywood glamour and emerging cultural shifts.
Major Award Categories: Winners and Nominees
In 1966, during the 38th Academy Awards Cerimony, held on 18/04/1966 the following movies, actors, actresses and directors were awarded with the Oscar in 4 categories honoring the films released in 1966:
What movie won the Best Picture Oscar in 1966?
Who won the Best Actor Oscar in 1966?
Who won the Best Actress Oscar in 1966?
Who won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar in 1966?
Memorable Moments and Trivia
- "The Sound of Music" won Best Picture, solidifying its status as a beloved classic.
- Lee Marvin won Best Actor for "Cat Ballou," surprising many who expected Rod Steiger to win for "The Pawnbroker."
- Julie Christie won Best Actress for "Darling," becoming the face of "Swinging London" in Hollywood.
- Bob Hope hosted the ceremony for the 14th time, setting a record that still stands today.
- Shelley Winters won her second Best Supporting Actress Oscar for "A Patch of Blue," and famously said, "I'm so happy I could just scream!"
- Martin Balsam won Best Supporting Actor for "A Thousand Clowns," his only Oscar win in a long and distinguished career.
- The ceremony was broadcast in color for the first time, marking a significant technological advancement for the telecast.
- The Academy introduced the Best Foreign Language Film category as a competitive award, with the Italian film "The Battle of Algiers" being a notable nominee.
- "The Sound of Music" performed strongly, winning five Oscars including Best Director for Robert Wise.
- John Wayne presented the Best Picture award, adding a touch of classic Hollywood to the ceremony.
FAQ
- Who was the host of the 1966 Academy Awards?
Bob Hope hosted the 38th Academy Awards ceremony in 1966. This was his 14th time hosting the Oscars. - What were the biggest surprises at the 1966 Oscars?
One of the biggest surprises was 'The Sound of Music' winning Best Picture over the favored 'Doctor Zhivago'. Another surprise was Lee Marvin winning Best Actor for 'Cat Ballou' over Rod Steiger in 'The Pawnbroker' and Richard Burton in 'The Spy Who Came in from the Cold'. - What were the most memorable speeches at the 1966 Academy Awards?
Unfortunately, there are no widely remembered or notably iconic speeches from the 1966 Academy Awards that stand out in historical records. The ceremony was relatively standard for its time, without any particularly controversial or highly memorable moments in the acceptance speeches.
What happened in 1966?
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