1981 Oscars — Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen)

Melvin and Howard won Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen) at the 1981 Oscars. All 6 nominees are listed below, winner first. The other nominees were Brubaker, Fame, My American Uncle (Mon Oncle D'Amerique) and Private Benjamin. Each film links to its complete award history. The links below go to the 1980 and 1982 Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen) races.