If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a blinking cursor, a slowly filling gallows, and a desperate kangaroo, you know the pressure of Hangaroo . This popular word-guessing game challenges players to solve puzzles across dozens of categories. One of the trickiest—and most rewarding—categories is Oscar Winners .

Bookmark this page, keep it open while you play, and watch your win rate soar. The kangaroo—and your high score—will thank you. Need answers for other Hangaroo categories like “World Capitals” or “NBA Teams”? Check back for more guides. And remember: always guess ‘E’ first.