Documentaries at the Oscars: A History of Breaking Out of Their Category — and What It Means for ‘You Can See Everything’
According to Variety on November 12, 2026, the A24 documentary 'You Can See Everything,' which premiered at the Telluride Film Festival, has grossed nearly $80 million at the domestic box office, capturing the attention of pundits and awards enthusiasts. Many experts predict the film could make history as the first documentary feature to land a Best Picture nomination at the Academy Awards. The report examines the history of nonfiction films at the Oscars to assess the film's potential to break into major categories.