2004 Academy Awards: Oscar Winners, Nominees and Highlights
The 76th Academy Awards, held on February 29, 2004, at the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, was a night of historic wins and memorable moments
Hosted by comedian Billy Crystal for the eighth time, the ceremony celebrated the best in cinema from 2003
The evening's biggest winner was "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," which swept all 11 categories it was nominated in, tying the record for most wins by a single film
Sofia Coppola made history as the first American woman nominated for Best Director for "Lost in Translation." The ceremony took place against the backdrop of a nation still grappling with post-9/11 anxieties and the ongoing Iraq War, lending a somber tone to some of the proceedings
Nevertheless, the Oscars provided a glittering escape and a celebration of cinematic achievements in a tumultuous time.
Major Award Categories: Winners and Nominees
In 2004, during the 76th Academy Awards Cerimony, held on 29/02/2004 the following movies, actors, actresses and directors were awarded with the Oscar in 6 categories honoring the films released in 2004:
What movie won the Best Picture Oscar in 2004?
Who won the Best Director Oscar in 2004?
Who won the Best Actor Oscar in 2004?
Who won the Best Actress Oscar in 2004?
Who won the Best Supporting Actor Oscar in 2004?
Who won the Best Supporting Actress Oscar in 2004?
Memorable Moments and Trivia
- "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King" swept the awards, winning all 11 categories it was nominated for, including Best Picture and Best Director for Peter Jackson.
- Sean Penn won Best Actor for "Mystic River," delivering an emotional speech where he mentioned the troops in Iraq.
- Charlize Theron won Best Actress for her transformative role in "Monster," thanking her native South Africa in her acceptance speech.
- Sofia Coppola became the first American woman to be nominated for Best Director for "Lost in Translation."
- Billy Crystal hosted the ceremony for the eighth time, opening with his trademark musical medley spoofing the nominated films.
- Renée Zellweger won Best Supporting Actress for "Cold Mountain," exclaiming "I'm standing here in a dress I never thought I'd wear to a place I never thought I'd be!"
- Tim Robbins won Best Supporting Actor for "Mystic River" and used his speech to advocate for victims of abuse.
- Blake Edwards received an Honorary Oscar for his lifetime achievement in film, arriving on stage in a wheelchair before speeding across and crashing into a wall in a comedic bit.
- Annie Lennox performed "Into the West" from "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King," which won Best Original Song.
- The ceremony paid tribute to Bob Hope and Katharine Hepburn, both of whom had passed away the previous year.
FAQ
- Who was the host of the 2004 Academy Awards?
Billy Crystal hosted the 76th Academy Awards ceremony in 2004. It was his eighth time hosting the Oscars. - What were the biggest surprises at the 2004 Oscars?
One of the biggest surprises was 'The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King' winning all 11 categories it was nominated for, tying the record for most wins by a single film. Another surprise was Sofia Coppola becoming the first American woman nominated for Best Director for 'Lost in Translation'. - What were the most memorable speeches at the 2004 Academy Awards?
Some of the most memorable speeches included Sean Penn's acceptance speech for Best Actor, where he made political comments about the Iraq War. Another notable speech was by Tim Robbins, who won Best Supporting Actor for 'Mystic River' and also made anti-war remarks. Blake Edwards' honorary Oscar acceptance speech was also memorable for its humor and reflection on his career.
What happened in 2004?
Discover what the world looked like in 2004: