Anora's Sean Baker also took home Oscars for best directing, editing and original screenplay. Star Mikey Madison won best lead actress.

Inside the Dolby Theatre it was not clear that "Anora" director Sean Baker would make Oscars history - until he won one specific category.

“Anora,” the dark romantic comedy about a Brighton Beach stripper who falls for the unreliable son of a wealthy Russian oligarch, was the big winner at the Oscars on Sunday scoring five of its six nominations, including best picture, best director for Sean Baker, and best actress for Mikey Madison.

Ten films walked away from the 97th Academy Awards with trophies, and some of them have been streaming for a bit while others have yet to land.

Oscars 2025 has been trending on the internet for a while. The 97th Academy Award ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles was a memorable night to remember. For the team behind the film 'Anora,' it's a celebration for a lifetime.

Anora won big at the 2025 Oscars, as Sean Baker and Mikey Madison triumph in their respective categories. View the full list of winners from the 2025 Oscars.

Following its Oscar sweep, "Anora" climbs to number seven at the box office. The film, known for its provocative content, is drawing attention from curious theatergoers eager to experience its layered storytelling and unexpected twists.