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The 83rd Golden Globe Awards have been officially announced, celebrating a wide array of outstanding achievements in both television and film from 2025. The ceremony highlighted exceptional performances, groundbreaking storytelling, and innovative direction across multiple categories. Below is a comprehensive look at the winners in each category.
Best Motion Picture – Drama
This year’s top honors in the drama category went to the following films:
- Frankenstein
- Hamnet
- It Was Just an Accident
- The Secret Agent
- Sentimental Value
- Sinners
These films were recognized for their compelling narratives, strong character development, and impactful storytelling.
Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
The musical and comedy motion picture category celebrated these standout films:
- Blue Moon
- Bugonia
- Marty Supreme
- No Other Choice
- Nouvelle Vague
- One Battle After Another
Each of these films brought unique humor and creativity to the screen, capturing the attention of audiences and critics alike.
Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama
The male actors who received recognition for their performances in dramatic roles include:
- Dwayne Johnson, The Smashing Machine
- Jeremy Allen White, Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere
- Joel Edgerton, Train Dreams
- Michael B. Jordan, Sinners
- Oscar Isaac, Frankenstein
- Wagner Moura, The Secret Agent
These actors delivered powerful performances that left a lasting impression on viewers.
Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama
The female actors honored for their dramatic roles are:
- Eva Victor, Sorry Baby
- Jennifer Lawrence, Die My Love
- Jessie Buckley, Hamnet
- Julia Roberts, After The Hunt
- Renate Reinsve, Sentimental Value
- Tessa Thompson, Hedda
Their performances showcased a range of emotions and depth, contributing significantly to the success of their respective films.
Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy
The best musical or comedy series of the year includes:
- Abbott Elementary
- The Bear
- Hacks
- Nobody Wants This
- Only Murders in the Building
- The Studio
These shows stood out for their humor, creativity, and engaging storytelling.
Best Limited Series, Anthology Series, or a Motion Picture Made for Television
This category recognized the following productions:
- Adolescence
- All Her Fault
- The Beast in Me
- Black Mirror
- Dying for Sex
- The Girlfriend
These series and films offered fresh perspectives and compelling narratives that resonated with audiences.
Best Television Series – Drama
The best drama series of the year includes:
- The Diplomat
- Pluribus
- Severance
- Slow Horses
- The Pitt
- The White Lotus
These series captivated viewers with their intense storytelling and complex characters.
Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Drama
The female actors who won for their performances in dramatic television series are:
- Kathy Bates, Matlock
- Britt Lower, Severance
- Helen Mirren, MobLand
- Bella Ramsey, The Last of Us
- Keri Russell, The Diplomat
- Rhea Seehorn, Pluribus
Their performances added depth and nuance to their respective roles.
Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television
The stand-up comedians who received recognition include:
- Bill Maher: Is Anyone Else Seeing This?
- Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night of Your Life
- Kevin Hart: Acting My Age
- Kumail Nanjiani: Night Thoughts
- Ricky Gervais: Mortality
- Sarah Silverman: Postmortem
These comedians entertained audiences with their sharp wit and unique perspectives.
Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role on Television
The female actors honored for their supporting roles on television are:
- Aimee Lou Wood, The White Lotus
- Carrie Coon, The White Lotus
- Catherine O’Hara, The Studio
- Erin Doherty, Adolescence
- Hanna Einbinder, Hacks
- Parker Posey, The White Lotus
Their contributions enhanced the overall quality of the shows they appeared in.
Best Motion Picture – Animated
The animated motion pictures that received recognition are:
- Arco
- Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Infinity Castle
- Elio
- KPop Demon Hunters
- Little Amelie or the Character of the Rain
- Zootopia 2
These films demonstrated creativity and artistry in animation.
Best Director – Motion Picture
The directors who received recognition for their work include:
- Ryan Coogler, Sinners
- Paul Thomas Anderson, One Battle After Another
- Guillermo del Toro, Frankenstein
- Jafar Panahi, It Was Just An Accident
- Joachim Trier, Sentimental Value
- Chloe Zhao, Hamnet
Their visionary direction contributed to the success of these films.
Cinematic and Box Office Achievement
The films that achieved significant cinematic and box office success include:
- Avatar: Fire and Ash
- F1
- KPop Demon Hunters
- Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning
- Sinners
- Weapons
- Wicked: For Good
- Zootopia 2
These films captured the attention of audiences worldwide.
Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or a Motion Picture Made for Television
The female actors honored for their performances in limited series, anthology series, or made-for-television films are:
- Amanda Seyfried, Long Bright River
- Claire Danes, The Beast in Me
- Michelle Williams, Dying for Sex
- Rashida Jones, Black Mirror
- Robin Wright, The Girlfriend
- Sarah Snook, All Her Fault
Their performances added depth and complexity to these productions.
Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or a Motion Picture Made for Television
The male actors who received recognition for their performances in limited series, anthology series, or made-for-television films include:
- Charlie Hunnam, Monster: The Ed Gein Story
- Jacob Elordi, The Narrow Road to the Deep North
- Jude Law, Black Rabbit
- Matthew Rhys, The Beast in Me
- Paul Giamatti, Black Mirror
- Stephen Graham, Adolescence
Their performances contributed to the success of these productions.
Best Male Actor – Motion Picture, Musical/Comedy
The male actors honored for their performances in musical or comedy motion pictures are:
- Timothee Chalomet, Marty Supreme
- George Clooney, Jay Kelly
- Leonardo DiCaprio, One Battle After Another
- Ethan Hawke, Blue Moon
- Lee Byung-hun, No Other Choice
- Jesse Plemons, Bugonia
Their performances brought humor and charm to their respective films.
Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
The female actors recognized for their performances in musical or comedy motion pictures include:
- Amanda Seyfried, The Testament of Ann Lee
- Chase Infiniti, One Battle After Another
- Cynthia Erivo, Wicked: For Good
- Emma Stone, Bugonia
- Kate Hudson, Song Sung Blue
- Rose Byrne, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You
Their performances added depth and entertainment to these films.
Best Screenplay – Motion Picture
The screenplays that received recognition include:
- Chloe Zhao, Maggie O’Farrell – Hamnet
- Jafar Panahi – It was Just An Accident
- Joachim Trier, Eskil Vogt – Sentimental Value
- Paul Thomas Anderson – One Battle After Another
- Ronald Bronstein, Josh Safdie – Marty Supreme
- Ryan Coogler – Sinners
These screenplays demonstrated exceptional storytelling and writing.
Best Original Song – Motion Picture
The original songs that received recognition are:
- "Dream as One," Miley Cyrus, Andrew Wyatt, Mark Ronson, Simon Franglen, Avatar: Fire and Ash
- "Golden," Joong Gyu Kwak, Yu Han Lee, Hee Dong Nam, Jeong Hoon Seo, Park Hong Jun, Kim Eun-jae (EJAE), Mark Sonnenblick, KPop Demon Hunters
- "I Lied to You," Raphael Saadiq, Ludwig Göransson, Sinners
- "No Place Like Home," Stephen Schwartz, Wicked: For Good
- "The Girl in the Bubble," Stephen Schwartz, Wicked: For Good
- "Train Dreams," Nick Cave, Bryce Dessner, Train Dreams
These songs added emotional depth and musical excellence to their respective films.
Best Podcast
The podcasts that received recognition include:
- Armchair Expert with Dax Shepherd
- Call Her Daddy
- Good Hang with Amy Poehler
- The Mel Robbins Podcast
- Smartless
- Up First
These podcasts provided engaging content and insightful discussions.
Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy
The male actors honored for their performances in musical or comedy television series are:
- Adam Brody, Nobody Wants This
- Glen Powell, Chad Powers
- Jeremy Allen White, The Bear
- Martin Short, Only Murders in the Building
- Seth Rogen, The Studio
- Steve Martin, Only Murders in the Building
Their performances added humor and entertainment to their respective shows.
Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role on Television
The male actors recognized for their supporting roles on television include:
- Owen Cooper, Adolescence
- Billy Crudup, The Morning Show
- Walton Goggins, The White Lotus
- Jason Isaacs, The White Lotus
- Tramell Tillman, Severance
- Ashley Walters, Adolescence
Their contributions enhanced the overall quality of the shows they appeared in.
Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy
The female actors honored for their performances in musical or comedy television series are:
- 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
Their performances added humor and charm to their respective shows.
Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Drama
The male actors recognized for their performances in dramatic television series include:
- Sterling K. Brown, Paradise
- Diego Luna, Andor
- Gary Oldman, Slow Horses
- Mark Ruffalo, Task
- Adam Scott, Severance
- Noah Wyle, The Pitt
Their performances brought depth and intensity to their roles.
Best Supporting Male Actor in a Motion Picture
The male actors honored for their supporting roles in motion pictures are:
- Benicio del Toro, One Battle After Another
- Jacob Elordi, Frankenstein
- Paul Mescal, Hamnet
- Sean Penn, One Battle After Another
- Adam Sandler, Jay Kelly
- Stellan Skarsgard, Sentimental Value
Their performances added depth and nuance to the films they appeared in.
Best Supporting Female Actor in a Motion Picture
The female actors recognized for their supporting roles in motion pictures include:
- Emily Blunt, The Smashing Machine
- Elle Fanning, Sentimental Value
- Ariana Grande, Wicked: For Good
- Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, Sentimental Value
- Amy Madigan, Weapons
- Teyana Taylor, One Battle After Another
Their performances contributed to the success of these films.
Best Motion Picture – Non-English Language
The non-English language motion pictures that received recognition are:
- It Was Just An Accident
- No Other Choice
- Sentimental Value
- Sirat
- The Secret Agent
- The Voice of Hind Rajab
These films showcased diverse cultures and stories through international cinema.