Beatrice Straight holds the record for the shortest performance to ever win an Academy Award. In 1977, she won Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Network,' despite being on screen for only 5 minutes and 2 seconds. Her powerhouse performance as a wife confronting her unfaithful husband was so impactful that it beat out nominees with significantly more screen time. This record serves as a testament to the 'quality over quantity' philosophy of the acting branch.