The 2026 Golden Globe nominations were unveiled on Monday in Beverly Hills, California, with “One Battle After Another” leading the film category and “The White Lotus” and “Adolescence” dominating the TV segment. Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another” emerged as the frontrunner with nine nominations, including best score, best supporting male actor, best screenplay, and best director. The film, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, has garnered critical acclaim with a 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes and 95% on Metacritic. Following closely behind was “Sentimental Value” with eight nominations and “Hamnet” with six nods for its score, acting, and storyline.
In the TV realm, “The White Lotus” secured six nominations, with actors Walton Goggins, Carrie Coon, and Jason Isaacs in the running for best supporting actor and actress awards. Additionally, the Netflix series “Adolescence” received nominations for actors Owen Cooper and Stephen Graham, along with a nod for best limited series. Noteworthy Canadian nominations include Catherine O’Hara for her role in “The Studio,” Martin Short for “Only Murders In The Building,” and Seth Rogen for “The Studio.” “KPop Demon Hunters,” created by Canadian Maggie Kang, also received three nominations.
The Golden Globe nominations arrive amid significant industry developments, including Netflix’s announced acquisition of Warner Bros. for $72 billion US, contested by Paramount with a $108 billion US bid. Notable films vying for awards include “Sinners,” “One Battle After Another,” “Adolescence,” and others from both Netflix and Warner Bros. Netflix leads with 35 nominations, while Warner Bros. follows closely with 31. Paramount’s sole nomination is “Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning.”
The Golden Globes have introduced a new award category for best podcast, recognizing diverse talents in the medium as part of their commitment to celebrating various forms of entertainment. The upcoming 83rd Golden Globe Awards, hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, will take place on January 11. The event signifies a fresh start for the awards show, following restructuring efforts in response to past diversity and ethical concerns.
The nominations encompass a wide array of categories, with standout contenders like Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein” and Jafar Panahi’s “It Was Just an Accident.” The new podcast category reflects the Golden Globes’ dedication to honoring the full spectrum of entertainment. Viewers can anticipate an eventful awards ceremony recognizing outstanding achievements across the film and television landscape.
