Crossword clue
“"Oscar" of the French film industry”
This clue appeared as 1-Across in the NYT Crossword on Friday, May 29, 2026. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
CESARLetters5
Starts withC
Ends withR
Vowels2
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “"Oscar" of the French film industry” ran in the NYT Crossword on May 29, 2026 as 1-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with C and ends with R.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “"Oscar" of the French film industry” clue?+
The answer is CESAR (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of May 29, 2026.
Where has this clue appeared?+
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