The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced the establishment of a stunt design Oscar, which will first be presented at the 100th Academy Awards. The Oscar will honor films released in 2027 at the 2028 ceremony.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a slow organization to change. It took decades to change the five Best Picture nominations to ten. But now, according to Deadline, after much pressure,

The Academy Awards has finally recognized the vital contributions of stunt professionals with the creation of a Best Stunt Design Award. The honor won’t debut until 2028, meaning films released in 2027 will be the first to compete for this long-awaited recognition.