After three decades, the stunt community is finally getting its due, after the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the creation of a new competitive category for achievement in stunt design. “It validated the whole stunt community,” stunt designer Chris O’Hara told Variety.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Thursday that it will add an award for best stunt design, beginning with the 100th Oscars in 2028. “Since the early days of cinema, stunt design has been an integral part of filmmaking,

The Oscar for best stunt is finally rolling up to the Academy Awards. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the creation of the honor − officially called the Academy Award for Achievement in Stunt Design − beginning in 2028 for the 100th Academy Awards.