Oscars 2018: 11 Blockbuster Movies That Deserve Best Picture Consideration

9. Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman
Warner Bros.

Ever since Wonder Woman opened to unexpected critical and commercial success, there's been a vocal chorus of fans campaigning for the superhero film to score a Best Picture nod, citing its instantly iconic appeal, the impressive work by director Patty Jenkins and, well, the simple fact the movie's pretty damn good.

How Likely Is It?: The film's third-act divergence into more familiar superhero shenanigans is probably the biggest obstacle for Wonder Woman, because there are surely many who would love to vote for the movie on principle if nothing else.

While the clear passion for the movie could make it a surprise 10th nominee, it's far more likely to be nominated in the crafts categories, namely Best Costume Design, Best Production Design, Best Sound Editing and Best Sound Mixing.

It's not outside the realm of possibility, and it'd be awesome to see, but it'd still be a big shock. 5/10

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