Apple TV+ makes history as first streamer to win best picture Oscar

FILE PHOTO: Toy figures of people are seen in front of the displayed Apple TV + logo, in this illustration taken January 20, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

(Reuters - Apple TV+ made history on Sunday as the first streaming service to win a best picture Oscar for "CODA,” a heartwarming drama about the daughter of deaf parents who pursues her passion for music.

The streaming service purchased "CODA" for a record $25 million following its debut in 2021 at the Sundance Film Festival, and it has gathered momentum throughout the awards season, winning top honors from the Producers Guild, Screen Actors Guild and Writers Guild awards.