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The nominees for the 53rd Academy Awards were announced on February 17, 1981, by Academy president Fay Kanin and actor William Devane. [6] The Elephant Man and Raging Bull tied for the most nominations with eight each. [7] The winners were announced at the awards ceremony on March 31.
Listed below are the Academy Award nominations and winners for the year 1981. The symbol appears next to the winner in each category. Click on the name of a film, person or song in the list to display more information about that film, person or song.
Date of Ceremony: Tuesday, March 31, 1981; For films released in: 1980; 53rd Overview; Results & Commentary
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Highlights. Best Picture: Ordinary People. Best Director: Robert Redford. Best Leading Actress: Sissy Spacek. Best Leading Actor: Robert De Niro. Best Supporting Actor: Timothy Hutton. Best Supporting Actress: Mary Steenburgen. Best International Film: Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears. Best Original Screenplay: Bo Goldman.