The 2026 Golden Globe Awards ceremony, held on January 12, proved to be a spectacular night for both cinema and television, with the film 'One Battle After Another' and the Netflix limited series 'Adolescence' emerging as the undisputed champions of the evening. Each project secured an impressive haul of four awards, setting the tone for a celebration that spread honors widely across various studios, streaming platforms, and genres.
Film Categories Celebrate Diverse Storytelling
In the film segment, Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' led the charge with its quartet of wins. The acclaimed movie triumphed in the key categories of Best Film, Musical or Comedy, Best Director for Anderson, and Best Screenplay, also awarded to Anderson. The film's cast member Teyana Taylor added to its glory by winning Best Supporting Actress.
The awards also shone a spotlight on international and genre films. 'The Secret Agent' captured the Best Non-English Language Film award, while its star, Wagner Moura, was named Best Actor in a Drama. The animated feature 'KPop Demon Hunters' enjoyed a double victory, winning both Best Animated Film and Best Original Song for its track "Golden."
Other notable film winners included 'Hamnet' for Best Film, Drama, and 'Sinners', which earned the Cinematic and Box Office Achievement award, with Ludwig Göransson taking home Best Original Score for the same film.
Television Honors and Netflix's Major Win
The television side of the ceremony was decisively dominated by the Netflix limited series 'Adolescence'. The show swept its category, winning Best Limited Series. Its stars were also recognized, with Stephen Graham winning Best Actor in a Limited Series and Michelle Williams securing Best Actress in a Limited Series for 'Dying for Sex'. Supporting actors Erin Doherty and Owen Cooper from 'Adolescence' also claimed trophies.
In other television categories, 'The Pitt' won Best Drama Series, with its lead Noah Wyle named Best Actor in a Drama. The comedy realm saw 'The Studio' win Best Comedy or Musical Series, and its star Seth Rogen win Best Actor in a Comedy or Musical.
A Night of Global Recognition
The 2026 Golden Globes successfully highlighted the global and diverse nature of today's entertainment landscape. By honoring projects from different languages and formats, from Korean-pop inspired animation to gripping international dramas, the ceremony underscored the expanding boundaries of storytelling. The wide distribution of awards across different networks and studios indicates a highly competitive and creative year for both film and television, offering audiences a rich array of acclaimed content to enjoy.
