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- Robert Pattinson and Timothée Chalamet are joint 2/1 favourites in the Oscars 2026 Best Actor market
- Oscar Isaac (3/1) and Denzel Washington (4/1) also feature among early frontrunners
- Market launched following the 2025 Oscars with betting sites now offering odds on next year’s ceremony
Best Actor 2026 Market Opens After Fresh Awards Cycle Ends
Just weeks after the curtain closed on the 2025 Academy Awards, betting sites have wasted no time in launching fresh markets for Oscars 2026 and it’s the Best Actor category already drawing attention.
Leading the early odds with Betting Sites are Robert Pattinson (Mickey 17) and Timothée Chalamet (Marty Supreme), who open as joint 2/1 favourites.
Both are set to star in high-profile films with awards pedigree and punters are already backing them to go the distance.
Earlier this month, odds were already given on the Best Picture award with Marty Supreme and Mickey 17 both featuring in that market too.
| Oscars 2026 - Best Actor | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Pattinson – Mickey 17 | 2/1 | 33.3% |
| Timothée Chalamet – Marty Supreme | 2/1 | 33.3% |
| Oscar Isaac – Frankenstein | 3/1 | 25.0% |
| Denzel Washington – Highest 2 Lowest | 4/1 | 20.0% |
What the expert says...
Closely behind are Oscar Isaac at 3/1 for his role in Frankenstein and Denzel Washington at 4/1 for Highest 2 Lowest, marking one of the most competitive early markets in recent memory.
Just a 13.3% difference in probability is given in the market early on with that certain to change over the next 12 months as we approach the Academy Awards ceremony.
Timothée Chalamet was nominated for the 2025 Best Actor award for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in A Complete Unknown but lost out to Adrien Brody.
Oscars Betting Odds | Academy Awards Preview
Where to Bet on the Oscars 2026?
With betting sites now pricing up the 2026 Academy Awards, punters can get in early while odds remain generous on rising contenders. Check out the best Betting Sites and Free Bets for new customer offers and competitive Oscar odds.
For a full breakdown of the markets across all categories, head to our Oscars betting odds blog. You’ll also find guidance on how to spot early value picks as the awards buzz builds.
Looking for the top platforms for film awards punting? Explore our guide to the Best Entertainment Betting Sites.
