The nominations for the 2025 British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) Film Awards are out, and as always, there are a lot of snubs and surprises.

At the top of this year's list of snubs is Wicked, which missed out on Best Picture to Denzel Washington (Gladiator II), despite being the most famous actor of his generation. one, but never won a Best Picture award. Nominated by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). But there were plenty of pleasant surprises, too, such as Hugh Grant's leading actor nomination for his chilling performance in "Heresy" and the Irish musical film "Knee," which scored a better-than-expected six nominations.

Below, we break down the biggest developments from this morning's announcements.

Snub: 'Wicked' misses out on Best Picture

Jon M. Chu's musical adaptation failed to score a Best Picture nomination, perhaps the most surprising snub of the day. It is likely to be edged out by another musical - Jacques Audiard's Emilia Pérez - which is likely to appeal more to British voters given its links to France resonance. It's also worth noting that "Wicked", while a big hit at the U.S. box office, underperformed internationally. "Wicked" also wasn't recognized in the adapted screenplay category, although it did win acting awards for stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande and earned five nominations in craft categories.

Snub: Denzel Washington still not nominated for BAFTA

Denzel Washington lacks recognition from BAFTA voters (awards and nomination), which has become an embarrassment to the British Academy. After he received praise for his role as the scheming ex-slave Macrinus in Gladiator 2, many thought 2025 would be the year the omission would finally be overturned. But that's not the case, and his snub may be one of the biggest among the current crop of nominees. There's a good chance Washington won a BAFTA scholarship before being nominated.

Surprise: Hugh Grant nominated for leading actor for "Heresy"

Hugh Grant sparked cheers in 2018 when he was nominated for a BAFTA Supporting Actor for his comedic performance in Paddington 2. Fast forward seven years, and one might be cheering for him to be nominated for a completely different kind of film (one that underscored Grant's move away from his old romantic comedy tag). Grant's performance as a sinister hermit who terrorizes two preachers in the horror film "Heresy" was well received by critics and helped the film earn $50 million at the box office.

Snubbed: 'Challengers' get nothing

Despite being released back in March 2024, the Luca Guadagnino-directed drama stars Zendaya, Josh O'Connor and Mike Challengers, the steamy tennis romp starring Mike Faust, still has enough going for it to get a little love (sorry) in its hometown of Wimbledon. . The acting categories may be out of reach, but Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross' pulsating score, as well as Justin Kuritzkis' original screenplay and Marco Costa's editing, appear in several on the score sheet. However, at least at the BAFTA awards, rain stopped the action.

Surprise: 'Superman' gets documentary nomination after Oscar snub

Earlier this month, when "Superman" - a documentary about actor Christopher Reeve's legacy after a horse-riding accident left him paralyzed - was left off the Oscar shortlist for best documentary Shocked. However, the film may find redemption at the BAFTAs as it's listed today alongside The Black Box Diaries, Daughters, No Other Land and Will & Harper Documentary nomination.

Surprise: 'Kneecap' earns record-breaking six nominations

Since premiering at the Sundance Film Festival a year ago, "Knee" has established itself as a little movie that can do just that. Rich Peppiatt's wild comedy biopic about the real-life Belfast rap trio (who all play themselves) has won critical acclaim over the past 12 months ’s critical acclaim and awards, it was beloved for its anarchic, drug-filled story and proud use of the Irish language. But back in January 2024, few would have predicted that the film would make it all the way to the red carpet at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). Six nominations - Original Screenplay, Outstanding British Film, Outstanding Debut, Non-English Film, Casting and Editing - are a remarkable achievement for this low-budget independent film, which may be the first in 12 years Later began to receive films nominated by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). Party all night long.

Snubbed: "Everything We Imagine Is Light" only nominated

Payal Kapadia's Everything We Imagine Is Light has amassed an impressive string of accolades since its Cannes debut (it's the first film in 30 years to compete for the Palme d'Or Award for Indian Film). Getting a spot on the BAFTA film list, but not on the English-language slate, was almost considered a sure thing, but Kapadia is expected to get a nod in the directing category and maybe even in original screenplay.

Snubbed: Nicole Kidman For "Baby Girl"

The Oscar-winner was once again rejected by British Film and Television after she failed to receive a SAG nomination for her daring performance in Halina Reijn's erotic thriller Babygirl. A snub from the Academy of Television Arts (BAFTA). Kidman did get a nod from the Golden Globes, though, so she still has a shot at Oscar contention. Instead, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) award for best actress included The Outrun's Saoirse Ronan, who has long been a favorite of the awards body.

Surprise: The success of "Sing Sing"

Colman Domingo is getting most of the awards season love so far for Greg Cuidal's prison drama "Song of the Dead." While Domingo went on to do well at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), with a leading actor nomination, the film also competed against Conclave and Emilia Pere in the adapted screenplay category. Si," along with Clarence McLean (one of the formerly imprisoned men in the film). Also got a supporting role nod.

Snubbed: Daniel Craig For "Queer"

He may be Bond, James Bond, but Daniel Craig's performance in Queer doesn't seem to resonate with British voters. Although Craig was nominated for a Golden Globe and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his bold turn in Luca Guadagnino's adaptation of the William S. Burroughs novel, he was cast aside by Hugh Grant ( defeated wild card contestants such as Heretic") and Sebastian Stan ("The Apprentice"). .