The 2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films: Live Action

For the 21st consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar Nominated Short Films. With all three categories offered, Animated, Live Action, and Documentary, this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences around the country and the world, dont miss this years selection of shorts. The Academy Awards take place Sunday, March 15. THE SINGERS (Sam A. Davis, 18 min. USA) A FRIEND OF DOROTHY (Lee Knight, 21 min., UK) BUTCHERS STAIN (Meyer Levinson-Blount, 26 min., Israel, Hebrew & Arabic with English subtitles) TWO PEOPLE EXCHANGING SALIVA (Natalie Musteata and Alexandre Singh, 36 min. USA) JANE AUSTENS PERIOD DRAMA (Steve Pinder and Julia Aks, 12 min. USA)