The 83rd Golden Globe Awards ceremony, held on January 12, 2026, has officially concluded, celebrating the finest achievements in film and television from the past year. The glittering event saw a diverse array of winners, from international stars to breakthrough television series, marking a significant night for the global entertainment industry.
Major Film Category Winners
In the film categories, the night was marked by significant international recognition. Wagner Moura clinched the award for Best Male Actor in a Film – Drama for his performance in the Brazilian film O Agente (The Secret Agent). The win was celebrated by Brazilian President Lula on social media, highlighting the global reach of the awards. The film itself also won the award for Best Film – Non-English Language.
On the other hand, Jessie Buckley triumphed as Best Female Actor in a Film – Drama for her role in Hamnet. The award for Best Director – Film went to the acclaimed Paul Thomas Anderson for One Battle After Another, which also earned Teyana Taylor the award for Best Female Actor in a Supporting Role in a Film.
In the musical or comedy film segments, Timothée Chalamet won Best Male Actor for Marty Supreme, while Rose Byrne was named Best Female Actor for If I Had Legs I’d Kick You. The animated feature KPop Demon Hunters from Sony Pictures Animation won Best Film – Animated, and its song Golden also won Best Original Song – Film.
Television Triumphs and Notable Firsts
The television categories were dominated by several key players. The medical drama 'The Pitt' won the prestigious Best Television Series – Drama. Its star, Noah Wyle, also won Best Male Actor in a Television Series – Drama. Meanwhile, Rhea Seehorn won Best Female Actor in a Television Series – Drama for Pluribus.
In the comedy realm, Apple TV+'s 'The Studio' won Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy. Its star and co-creator, Seth Rogen, won his first Golden Globe for Best Male Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy. Jean Smart continued her awards streak, winning Best Female Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for Hacks.
Netflix's limited series 'Adolescence' was a major winner, sweeping four awards including Best Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Television Film. Its stars Stephen Graham and Erin Doherty won the lead acting awards for the category, while the young Owen Cooper, at just 16, won Best Supporting Male Actor on Television. Doherty also won Best Supporting Female Actor on Television.
Special Awards and Moments
The ceremony also introduced and awarded new categories. Ricky Gervais won the first-ever Best Standup Comedy on Television award, with Wanda Sykes accepting on his behalf. The inaugural award for Best Podcast went to Good Hang with Amy Poehler.
Other notable winners included Ludwig Göransson for Best Original Score – Film for Sinners, and Stellan Skarsgård for Best Male Actor in a Supporting Role in a Film for Sentimental Value. Michelle Williams was honoured as Best Female Actor in a Television Limited Series, Anthology Series or Television Film for Dying for Sex.
The 2026 Golden Globes have set a new benchmark, recognising a wide spectrum of talent from across the world and solidifying the awards' position as a key bellwether for the upcoming awards season. The complete list reflects a year of powerful storytelling and exceptional performances across all platforms.
