1997 Oscars — Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen)

Fargo won Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen) at the 1997 Oscars. All 5 nominees are listed below, winner first. The other nominees were Jerry Maguire, Lone Star, Secrets & Lies and Shine. Each film links to its complete award history. The links below go to the 1996 and 1998 Writing (Screenplay Written Directly for the Screen) races.