Legendary Directors Who Dominated the Oscars

Explore the cinematic maestros who've shaped Hollywood, earning the most Best Director nominations in Academy Awards history. 

William Wyler

With a record 12 nominations and 3 wins, Wyler's classics like "Ben-Hur" and "The Best Years of Our Lives" set Oscar benchmarks. 

Martin Scorsese

Garnering 10 nominations and 1 win, Scorsese's impactful films, including "Raging Bull" and "The Departed," have left an indelible mark. 

Steven Spielberg 

Achieving 9 nominations and 2 wins, Spielberg's storytelling in "Schindler's List" and "Saving Private Ryan" redefined cinema. 

Billy Wilder

With 8 nominations and 2 wins, Wilder's direction in "The Apartment" and "Some Like It Hot" showcased his versatile genius. 

Fred Zinnermann

Earning 7 nominations and 2 wins, Zinnemann's works like "From Here to Eternity" and "A Man for All Seasons" captivated audiences. 

David Lean

Also with 7 nominations and 2 wins, Lean's epics "Lawrence of Arabia" and "The Bridge on the River Kwai" are cinematic masterpieces. 

Woody Allen

Receiving 7 nominations and 1 win, Allen's unique storytelling in "Annie Hall" and "Hannah and Her Sisters" earned critical acclaim. 

Frank Capra

With 6 nominations and 3 wins, Capra's feel-good films like "It Happened One Night" and "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" became classics. 

Clarence Brown 

Despite 6 nominations without a win, Brown's direction in "National Velvet" and "The Yearling" showcased his storytelling prowess.

John Ford

Holding 5 nominations and a record 4 wins, Ford's iconic films like "The Grapes of Wrath" and "The Quiet Man" solidified his legacy. 

Discover the legendary directors with the most Best Director nominations in Oscars history. From William Wyler to John Ford, explore their cinematic masterpieces.