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 Oscars will add a brand-new category for Best Stunt Design starting in 2028. 'Since the early days of cinema, stunt design has been an integral part of filmmaking,' Academy leaders said in a statement.

After many years of impassioned calls for an Oscar recognizing the art of the stunt, the film academy has decided to give it an official award