The Odyssey leads early trader consensus for Best Original Score nominations, buoyed by Ludwig Göransson’s recent wins and Christopher Nolan’s film’s sweeping critical and commercial momentum as a Best Picture frontrunner. Hans Zimmer’s fresh cues for the December release of Dune: Part Three and John Williams’ collaboration with Steven Spielberg on Disclosure Day add heavyweight intrigue, while Daniel Pemberton’s volume of 2026 work, including Project Hail Mary, positions him as an overdue contender. With nominations voting opening in January after December shortlists and limited precursor data available in mid-November, sentiment hinges on final mixes, guild signals from the Society of Composers & Lyricists, and late-year critical reception for unreleased titles.