2026 Golden Globes Winners: Timothée Chalamet Leads, ‘The Pitt, The Studio’ Claims TV Glory

The 2026 Golden Globes: A Night of Triumphs and New Beginnings

The 2026 Golden Globes took place on Sunday night, marking a significant event in the entertainment industry. Hosted by returning comedian Nikki Glaser, the ceremony provided a platform for recognizing outstanding achievements in both film and television. This year’s winners have already begun to shape the landscape of the upcoming Oscar race, with several notable performances and films securing their place in the spotlight.

Film Winners Set the Stage for Oscar Contention

Among the standout film winners, Timothée Chalamet emerged as a major contender for the Oscars after winning Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy for his role in Marty Supreme. He beat out Leonardo DiCaprio, who was also nominated for One Battle After Another.

Other big winners included Jessie Buckley, who claimed Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Drama for her role in Hamnet, and Rose Byrne, who won for her performance in If I Had Legs I’d Kick You. Teyana Taylor and Stellan Skarsgård also triumphed in supporting roles, further solidifying their positions in the Academy Awards race.

Hamnet and One Battle After Another went on to win Best Motion Picture — Drama and Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy, respectively, highlighting their impact on the film industry.

Television Dominance and New Categories

On the television side, shows like The Pitt and The Studio made a strong impression, with Noah Wyle winning for his dramatic performance in The Pitt and Seth Rogen earning a Globe for his work in The Studio. However, it was Netflix’s Adolescence that dominated the evening, winning four individual awards, including performances by Stephen Graham, Erih Doherty, and Owen Cooper.

The 2026 Golden Globes also introduced a new category: Best Podcast. The nominees included Armchair Expert With Dax Shepard, Call Her Daddy, The Mel Robbins Podcast, SmartLess, and Up First. Ultimately, Good Hang With Amy Poehler took home the award, marking a new milestone for the ceremony.

Notable Winners in Film Categories

• Best Motion Picture — Drama: Hamnet
• Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy: One Battle After Another
• Best Motion Picture — Non-English Language: The Secret Agent
• Best Motion Picture — Animated: KPop Demon Hunters
• Cinematic and Box Office Achievement: Sinners
• Best Director — Motion Picture: Paul Thomas Anderson for One Battle After Another
• Best Screenplay — Motion Picture: Paul Thomas Anderson for One Battle After Another

Standout Performances in Film

• Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture — Drama: Wagner Moura for The Secret Agent
• Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Drama: Jessie Buckley for Hamnet
• Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy: Timothée Chalamet for Marty Supreme
• Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy: Rose Byrne for If I Had Legs I’d Kick You
• Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture: Stellan Skarsgård for Sentimental Value
• Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture: Teyana Taylor for One Battle After Another

Music and Song Awards

• Best Original Score — Motion Picture (not televised): Ludwig Göransson for Sinners
• Best Original Song — Motion Picture: "Golden" from KPop Demon Hunters

Television Winners and Highlights

• Best Television Series — Musical or Comedy: The Studio
• Best Television Series — Drama: The Pitt
• Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series — Drama: Noah Wyle for The Pitt
• Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series — Drama: Rhea Seehorn for Pluribus
• Best Limited Series, Anthology Series or Television Motion Picture: Adolescence
• Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy: Seth Rogen for The Studio
• Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy: Jean Smart for Hacks

Supporting Roles and Special Awards

• Best Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Television Series: Owen Cooper for Adolescence
• Best Performance by a Supporting Actress in a Television Series: Erin Doherty for Adolescence
• Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television: Stephen Graham for Adolescence
• Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television: Michelle Williams for Dying for Sex
• Best Stand-Up Comedian on Television: Ricky Gervais for Mortality

Special Awards

• Best Podcast: Good Hang With Amy Poehler
• Cecil B. DeMille Award: Helen Mirren
• Carol Burnett Award: Sarah Jessica Parker