The 83rd Annual Golden Globes took place on January 11, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, delivering a night filled with surprises, emotional speeches, and historic wins. Comedian Nikki Glaser returned as host for her second consecutive year, bringing sharp wit and pointed humor to Hollywood’s most eclectic awards ceremony.
Film Winners: Drama vs. Comedy Split the Night
Best Motion Picture – Drama: “Hamnet”
Focus Features’ “Hamnet,” directed by Chloé Zhao, claimed the top drama prize in a surprise victory. The film explores William Shakespeare’s complicated domestic life and earned critical acclaim throughout awards season.
Jessie Buckley won Best Actress in a Drama for her powerful performance in “Hamnet,” solidifying the film’s impact on voters.
Best Motion Picture – Comedy/Musical: “One Battle After Another”
Warner Bros.’ “One Battle After Another” emerged as the night’s biggest winner with four total awards. Director Paul Thomas Anderson took home Best Director and Best Screenplay trophies, following up his Critics Choice Awards sweep. The blistering political satire dominated the comedy categories and positions itself as a major Oscar contender.
Acting Winners – Film
Lead Actors
– Best Actor, Drama: Wagner Moura (“The Secret Agent”) – A historic first for a Brazilian actor
– Best Actor, Comedy/Musical: Timothée Chalamet (“Marty Supreme”)
– Best Actress, Drama: Jessie Buckley (“Hamnet”)
– Best Actress, Comedy/Musical: Rose Byrne (“If I Had Legs I’d Kick You”)
Supporting Actors
– Best Supporting Actor: Stellan Skarsgård (“Sentimental Value”)
– Best Supporting Actress: Teyana Taylor (“One Battle After Another”)
Teyana Taylor‘s win for playing a revolutionary continued her strong awards season run, earning the first award of the evening.
Television Dominates with Record-Breaking Wins
Drama Series: “The Pitt” Captures Medical Drama Glory
HBO Max’s hospital-set drama “The Pitt” won Best TV Drama Series, with Noah Wyle earning Best Male Actor in a Drama Series for his portrayal of a hard-charging doctor. The series honored healthcare workers and first responders in its acceptance speech.
Comedy Series: “The Studio” Takes the Crown
Apple TV+’s “The Studio,” a Hollywood send-up, won Best TV Series – Musical or Comedy. Seth Rogen claimed Best Actor in a Comedy Series for his role as a bumbling movie executive, while Jean Smart won her third Golden Globe for “Hacks,” joking “What can I say, I’m a greedy bitch.”
Limited Series: “Adolescence” Sweeps with Four Wins
Netflix’s “Adolescence” led all television with four total wins, the most of any TV show:
– Best Limited Series, Anthology Series, or TV Movie
– Stephen Graham – Best Actor in a Limited Series
– Owen Cooper – Best Supporting Actor (became the youngest-ever winner in the category at 16 years old)
– Erin Doherty – Best Supporting Actress
The crime drama, shot in one continuous take, made a powerful statement about generational responsibility in its acceptance speech.
Other Notable Winners
Best Actress in a Drama Series
Rhea Seehorn won her first Golden Globe for Apple TV+’s sci-fi drama “Pluribus,” appearing overwhelmed as she thanked showrunner Vince Gilligan for creating the role specifically for her.
Best Actress in a Limited Series
Michelle Williams won her third Golden Globe for “Dying for Sex” (FX), though she was not in attendance.
Animation and Music Categories
Best Animated Feature: “KPop Demon Hunters”
Netflix’s chart-topping sensation “KPop Demon Hunters” won two awards – Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for “Golden.” The filmmakers noted the project was “a little difficult to pitch” and stayed quiet on sequel plans despite it being Netflix’s most-watched movie in history.
Best Original Score
Ludwig Göransson won for “Sinners,” the vampire film set in the segregated South that also won Best Cinematic and Box Office Achievement.
International Films Recognition
Best Non-English Language Motion Picture
Brazil’s “The Secret Agent” took home the international film prize, with Wagner Moura’s lead actor win marking a historic moment for Brazilian cinema.
Historic Firsts and Special Categories
Best Podcast (Inaugural Award)
“Good Hang with Amy Poehler” won the Golden Globes’ very first prize for Best Podcast. Poehler jokingly trashed NPR in her acceptance speech.
Best Stand-Up Comedy on TV
Ricky Gervais won for “Ricky Gervais: Mortality,” though he wasn’t present. Presenter Wanda Sykes took the opportunity to humorously thank “God and the trans community” on his behalf, referencing Gervais’s controversial jokes and atheism.
Studio Leaders
Warner Bros. Discovery dominated the night with nine total wins across “One Battle After Another,” “Sinners,” “The Pitt,” and “Hacks.” Netflix followed with six wins for “Adolescence” and “KPop Demon Hunters,” while Apple TV+ earned three awards for “The Studio” and “Pluribus.”
Memorable Moments from the Ceremony
Nikki Glaser‘s Sharp Opening Monologue
The host returned with biting humor, taking jabs at:
– The Justice Department and Epstein files
– Warner Bros.’ pending sale to Netflix
– Political commentary on current events
– Hollywood’s self-obsession
Political Statements
Mark Ruffalo made headlines by calling former President Trump “the worst human being in the world” during his appearance.
Surprise Wins
– “Hamnet” beating expected frontrunners in the drama category
– Wagner Moura’s win over heavily favored performances
– “The Secret Agent” taking international film honors
Looking Ahead to Oscar Season
The Golden Globes set up an intriguing Oscar race with “One Battle After Another” and “Hamnet” emerging as top contenders. Director Ryan Coogler was spotted enthusiastically supporting Chloé Zhao’s “Hamnet” win despite his own film “Sinners” being in competition, showcasing the camaraderie among filmmakers.
With 11 first-time winners among actors and directors, the 2026 Golden Globes celebrated both established talent and fresh voices in entertainment. As awards season continues, these winners position themselves strongly for upcoming honors including the SAG Awards and the Academy Awards.
The ceremony aired live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+, bringing Hollywood’s biggest night to audiences worldwide and setting the stage for an exciting road to the Oscars.
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