2026 Golden Globe Nominations: "One Battle After Another" Leads with Nine Nods
The 2026 Golden Globe nominations have arrived, setting the stage for the upcoming awards season. This year's list is defined by a historic sweep for independent studio Neon, major snubs for anticipated blockbusters, and the introduction of a brand-new category. Leading the pack is the comedy One Battle After Another with nine nominations, signaling a fiercely competitive race ahead.
The Full Breakdown: Top Nominees and Major Categories
The nominations were announced on December 8th, revealing a diverse slate of contenders across film and television. Here’s a comprehensive look at the projects and performers who will be competing for Hollywood’s coveted golden statuettes.
Films with the Most Nominations
The following table highlights the movies that received the most recognition from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association:
| Film | Total Nominations | Key Categories |
|---|---|---|
| One Battle After Another | 9 | Best Musical/Comedy, Director (Paul Thomas Anderson) |
| Sentimental Value | 8 | Best Drama, Multiple Acting Nods |
| Sinners | 7 | Best Drama, Director (Ryan Coogler) |
| Hamnet | 6 | Best Drama, Director (Chloé Zhao) |
| Frankenstein | 5 | Best Drama, Director (Guillermo del Toro) |
Key Nominees in Major Film Categories
Best Motion Picture – Drama: Frankenstein (Netflix), Hamnet (Focus Features), It Was Just an Accident (Neon), Sinners (Warner Bros.), Sentimental Value (Neon).
Best Motion Picture – Musical/Comedy: One Battle After Another (Warner Bros.), Bugonia (Focus Features), Marty Supreme (A24), A Complete Unknown (Searchlight), Weapons (Neon).
Best Director – Motion Picture: Paul Thomas Anderson (One Battle After Another), Ryan Coogler (Sinners), Guillermo del Toro (Frankenstein), Chloé Zhao (Hamnet), David Lynch (Sentimental Value).
Best Actress – Drama: Cynthia Erivo (Wicked: For Good), Lady Gaga (Frankenstein), Jodie Comer (Sentimental Value), Annette Bening (Nyad), Regina King (The Burial).
Best Actor – Drama: Colman Domingo (The Burial), Barry Keoghan (Sentimental Value), Joaquin Phoenix (Napoleon), Andrew Scott (All of Us Strangers), Denzel Washington (The Equalizer 3).
Television Contenders: The Small Screen's Biggest Night
On the television side, the return of fan-favorite series and the rise of new hits created a compelling list of nominees.
Top Nominated TV Series
6 Nominations: The White Lotus (HBO) – Best Drama Series
5 Nominations: Adolescence (Netflix) – Best Limited Series
4 Nominations: The Bear (FX), Slow Horses (Apple TV+), Hacks (HBO)
Major Television Categories
Best Television Series – Drama: Severance (Apple TV+), Slow Horses (Apple TV+), The White Lotus (HBO), The Crown (Netflix), Yellowjackets (Showtime).
Best Television Series – Musical/Comedy: The Bear (FX), Hacks (HBO), Only Murders in the Building (Hulu), Abbott Elementary (ABC), Ted Lasso (Apple TV+).
Best Limited Series: Adolescence (Netflix), Fargo (FX), Lessons in Chemistry (Apple TV+), Daisy Jones & The Six (Prime Video), Obliterated (Netflix).
The Biggest Snubs and Surprises of the 2026 Golden Globes
Every awards season comes with unexpected twists, and this year was no exception.
Major Snub: The box office and critical hit "Wicked: For Good" was conspicuously absent from the Best Musical/Comedy category, despite earning five nominations in technical and acting categories (including nods for Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande).
Indie Studio Dominance: In a historic showing, independent distributor Neon earned a staggering 21 total film nominations, more than any major studio. Its dramas Sentimental Value and It Was Just an Accident were critical darlings with voters.
New Category: Reflecting the evolving media landscape, the Globes introduced the Best Podcast award. Nominees include popular shows like Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard, Call Her Daddy, and NPR's Up First.
Double Nominees: Several stars shone across platforms. Amanda Seyfried, Jacob Elordi, and Jeremy Allen White each earned two acting nominations in both film and television categories.
When and How to Watch the 2026 Golden Globes
Mark your calendars for the official ceremony.
The 83rd Annual Golden Globe Awards will be held on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
Ceremony Time: 5:00 PM PT / 8:00 PM ET.
Host: Comedian Nikki Glaser returns to host for her second consecutive year.
Broadcast Details: The ceremony will air live on CBS and stream simultaneously on Paramount+.
Lifetime Achievement Honors: Screen legend Helen Mirren will receive the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award, while Sarah Jessica Parker will be honored with the Carol Burnett Award for her contributions to television.
The stage is now set for a memorable night that will kick off the 2026 awards season. With a mix of returning favorites, indie triumphs, and fresh faces, the 83rd Golden Globes promise to be an unpredictable and exciting celebration of the past year in entertainment.
Who do you think was the biggest snub this year? Are you rooting for any underdogs? Share your thoughts on the nominations in the comments below!
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