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The films that should win the Goya for Best Film in 2026

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    Sundays

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    20.8 K

    It's the clear favorite at the 40th Goya Awards, accumulating a total of 13 nominations. Alauda Ruiz de Azúa's film is positioned as the leading contender to take home the Best Film award.

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    Sirat

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    15 K
    • Explosive mastery of story elements, themes and emotions

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    Directed by Oliver Laxe, it's the second film with the most nominations, with a total of 11. It's shaping up to be the main competitor to 'Sundays' for the Best Film award.

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    Maspalomas

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    4.4 K
    • Addresses LGBTQ+ visibility and representation in old age

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    This film has garnered 9 nominations, establishing itself as one of the most important works of the year. Its presence in the Best Film category demonstrates the Academy's recognition of its quality.

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    The dinner

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    4.2 K
    • Psychological thriller

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    With 8 nominations, including Best Film, this film has earned a place among the favorites. It also stands out for the nominations of its actors, such as Alberto San Juan and Elvira Mínguez.

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    Deaf

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    14.5 K
    • Goya Award-nominated short film

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    Despite having 7 nominations, it has positioned itself as a strong contender in the main category. The film has received praise for its screenplay and the performances of its cast, such as Elena Irureta's.

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    Alauda Ruiz de Azúa

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    The director of 'Sundays' is one of the favorites to win the Goya for Best Director. Her work on the most nominated film of the year places her in a privileged position.

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    Oliver Laxe

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    • Won the Jury Prize at Cannes

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    As director of 'Sirat', the second most nominated film, he is a strong contender for the Goya Award for Best Director. His cinematic vision has been widely recognized by critics and the Academy.

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    Patricia López Arnaiz

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    • Nominated for Best Actress at the Goya Awards 2026

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    Nominated for Best Leading Actress for her role in 'Los domingos', she is one of the favorites in her category. Her performance has been key to the success of the most nominated film.

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    Miguel Garcés

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    • Nominated for Goya for Best Film

    His nomination for Best Leading Actor for 'Los domingos' places him among the top contenders for the award. His performance has been fundamental to the acclaimed film.

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    Belén

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    15.2 K

    This Argentinian film is competing in the Best Ibero-American Film category. It represents its country's cinema in one of the most prestigious Goya Awards categories.

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    The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamenco

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    5.6 K

    Representing Chile, this film is nominated for Best Ibero-American Film. Its selection highlights the quality and diversity of Latin American cinema present at the awards.

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    Alberto San Juan

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    Nominated for Best Actor for his work in 'The Dinner'. His solid performance has earned him recognition from the Academy and makes him a strong contender.

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    Elvira Mínguez

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    Her role in 'La cena' (The Dinner) earned her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress. She is one of the standout actresses in a film with multiple nominations.

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    Nagore Aranburu

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    Nominated for Best Supporting Actress for 'Los domingos' (Sundays). Her participation in the most nominated film makes her one of the favorites to win the award.

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    Elena Irureta

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    • Nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Film for "Sorda"

    Her work in 'Sorda' (Deaf) earned her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Her performance was one of the highlights of this acclaimed film.

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    Ángela Cervantes

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    She is nominated for Best Leading Actress for her role in 'La furia'. She is competing in one of the most competitive categories of the awards.

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    José Ramón Soroiz

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    • Endearing performance as Vicente

    Nominated for Best Leading Actor for the film 'Maspalomas'. His performance is one of the most outstanding in this production, which received 9 nominations.

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    Eloy de la Iglesia. Addicted to Cinema

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    • Rebellious filmmaker

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    This film is competing in the Best Documentary Feature category. Directed by Gaizka Urresti, it explores the life and work of an iconic figure in Spanish cinema.

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    Romería

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    24.3 K
    • Miryam Gallego nominated for Goya 2026 for Best Supporting Actress

    Although not in the main category, it has gained recognition with Myriam Gallego's nomination for Best Supporting Actress. The film has stood out thanks to the performances of its cast.

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    El cautivo

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    9.5 K
    • Lavish 16th-century epic

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    This film has earned Sergio Díaz Bermejo a nomination in a technical category. It demonstrates that the quality of a production is measured in all its aspects.

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