Golden Globes 2026: Nominees Announced, Expanding to Include Podcasting and Music
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The 2026 Golden Globes will once again honor the best in television and film, but this year’s ceremony marks a significant expansion, recognizing achievements in both podcasting and music. The nominees were revealed in December by actors Marlon Wayans and Skye P. Marshall, signaling a broadening scope for the prestigious awards.
“One Battle After Another” emerged as a frontrunner, securing an impressive nine nominations. Close behind, “Sentimental Value” garnered eight nods, while “Sinners” also proved popular with voters, receiving seven nominations. The television landscape also saw strong contenders, with the third season of “The White Lotus” leading the pack with six nominations, and the Netflix series “Adolescence” quickly gaining recognition with five.
Among the celebrated performers are some of the industry’s most recognizable faces, including Michael B. Jordan, Jennifer Lawrence, Timothée Chalamet, Sterling K. Brown, Rhea Seehorn, and Ayo Edebiri. The nominations reflect a diverse range of talent and projects, setting the stage for a compelling awards season.
Film Nominations: A Closer Look
The competition in film categories appears particularly fierce. Here’s a selection of nominees across several key fields:
Best Film Male Actor – Drama
- Joel Edgerton, “Train Dreams”
- Oscar Isaac, “Frankenstein”
- Dwayne Johnson, “The Smashing Machine”
- Michael B. Jordan, “Sinners”
- Wagner Moura, “The Secret Agent”
- Jeremy Allen White, “Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere”
Best Film Female Actor – Drama
- Jessie Buckley, “Hamnet”
- Jennifer Lawrence, “Die My Love”
- Renate Reinsve, “Sentimental Value”
- Julia Roberts, “After the Hunt”
- Tessa Thompson, “Hedda”
- Eva Victor, “Sorry, Baby”
Best Film Male Actor – Musical or Comedy
- Timothée Chalamet, “Marty Supreme”
- George Clooney, “Jay Kelly”
- Leonardo DiCaprio, “One Battle After Another”
- Ethan Hawke, “Blue Moon”
- Lee Byunng-hun, “Not Even Choice”
- Jesse Plemons, “Bugonia”
Best Film Female Actor – Musical or Comedy
- Rose Byrne, “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You”
- Cynthia Erivo, “Wicked: For Good”
- Kate Hudson, “Song Sung Blue”
- Chase Infiniti, “One Battle After Another”
- Amanda Seyfried, “The Testament of Ann Lee”
- Emma Stone, “Bugonia”
Television Contenders: Drama and Comedy
The television categories are equally competitive, showcasing both established hits and emerging series.
Best TV Male Actor – Drama
- Sterling K. Brown, “Paradise”
- Diego Luna, “Andor”
- Gary Oldman, “Slow Horses”
- Mark Ruffalo, “Task”
- Adam Scott, “Severance”
- Noah Wyle, “The Pitt”
Best TV Female Actor – Drama
- Kathy Bates, “Matlock”
- Britt Lower, “Severance”
- Helen Mirren, “MobLand”
- Bella Ramsey, “The Last of Us”
- Keri Russell, “The Diplomat”
- Rhea Seehorn, “More”
Best TV Male Actor – Musical or Comedy
- Adam Brody, “Nobody Wants This”
- Steve Martin, “Only Murders in the Building”
- Glen Powell, “Chad Powers”
- Seth Rogen, “The Studio”
- Martin Short, “Only Murders in the Building”
- Jeremy Allen White, “The Bear”
Best TV Female Actor – Musical or Comedy
- Kristen Bell, “Nobody Wants This”
- Ayo Edebiri, “The Bear”
- Selena Gomez, “Only Murders in the Building”
- Natasha Lyonne, “Poker Face”
- Jenna Ortega, “Wednesday”
- Jean Smart, “Hacks”
The inclusion of podcasting and music categories signals a clear intent by the Golden Globes to remain relevant in a rapidly evolving entertainment landscape. The full list of nominees can be found online, offering a comprehensive overview of the talent and projects vying for recognition.
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