Emma Stone Poised to Surpass Meryl Streep’s Oscar Milestone

Fresh off the acclaim for Yorgos Lanthimos’ latest, Emma Stone finds herself at the centre of awards season speculation. With two Best Actress statuettes already to her name, she is now tipped as a leading candidate for both Best Actress and Best Picture (as a producer) at the 2026 Academy Awards. Should she secure nominations in both categories, Stone would join a select group of talents, and at 37, she would become the second-youngest individual to reach seven Oscar nods.

All eyes are now on Bugonia, the much-discussed new film from Lanthimos. The production features Stone alongside Jesse Plemons, Stavros Halkias, and Aidan Delbis. It has already garnered an 87% score on Rotten Tomatoes and runs for just under two hours. The film’s momentum has only fuelled talk of Stone’s potential to make history.

Chasing Oscar History: Stone’s Path to Seven Nominations

As the awards buzz intensifies, another record looms on the horizon.

“If the Bugonia actress lands two Oscar nods for the same film, it would help Stone reach a total of seven Oscar nominations throughout her career, that too at just 37. That would make her the youngest woman ever to hit that number, beating Meryl Streep, who earned her seventh nomination for Ironweed, at 38.”

Stone’s trajectory at the Academy has been nothing short of remarkable. She first appeared on the Oscar radar with Birdman, clinched her first win for La La Land, and followed up with further nominations for The Favourite and a second win for Poor Things. This steady ascent has established her as one of the most respected performers of her generation.

Records may not guarantee victory, but they certainly shape legacies. Stone’s consistent recognition by the Academy suggests a strong likelihood of further accolades, especially if Bugonia continues to impress both critics and audiences alike.

Bugonia’s Oscar Prospects and Lanthimos’ Track Record

Stone is no stranger to double nominations, having previously achieved this feat with Poor Things, where she won Best Actress and was also up for Best Picture. Repeating this accomplishment would only cement her status as a leading figure in contemporary cinema.

Yorgos Lanthimos, too, is a familiar face at the Oscars. Since his breakthrough with The Lobster, which earned him a nod for Best Original Screenplay, he has seen his films—The Favourite and Poor Things among them—collect a string of nominations. Bugonia, with its sharp satire and bold storytelling, is widely considered a strong contender for Best Picture, even in a competitive field that includes titles such as One Battle After Another, Sinners, Hamnet, Sentimental Value, Marty Supreme, and Wicked: For Good.

Stone’s Enduring Appeal and the Road Ahead

Stone’s journey through the Academy Awards has been marked by both critical and popular acclaim. Her ability to secure nominations across a range of roles demonstrates the Academy’s ongoing appreciation for her craft. With Bugonia, she stands on the brink of a new milestone, one that could see her eclipse even Meryl Streep’s formidable record at a notably young age.

Bugonia is currently available to rent or purchase on Prime Video.