Wildwood leads the 2027 Best Animated Feature race with an 81% implied probability, driven by its October release and widespread critical acclaim for its ambitious stop-motion craftsmanship, PG-13 scope, and epic storytelling under Travis Knight. Laika’s track record of nominations bolsters its frontrunner status despite modest box office, as Academy voters have recently favored original, high-artistry entries over franchise sequels. The crowded field includes Toy Story 5, Ray Gunn, Tangles, and Iron Boy, but none match Wildwood’s current momentum from festival buzz and reviews. Traders see limited near-term catalysts until guild and critics’ awards begin shaping the narrative ahead of nominations.
The Academy Awards are presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to honor outstanding artistic and technical achievements in film. For the 99th Academy Awards in 2027, nominations are scheduled to be announced on January 21, followed by the ceremony on March 14, 2027. This market will resolve according to the listed film that wins the 99th Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film. If a film is not officially nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film when the 2027 nominees are announced, the corresponding market will immediately resolve to "No". In case of a tie for the winner, this market will resolve in favor of the nominated film whose listed title comes first in alphabetical order. If, for any reason, no winner is declared by June 30, 2027, 11:59 PM ET, this market will resolve to "Other". The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from the Academy Awards and AMPAS, including data from their website (e.g., https://www.oscars.org/) and the live broadcast of the award ceremony; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.