According to new data released by the streamer and reported by Deadline, Pluribus, the science-fiction drama created by Vince Gilligan, has officially become the biggest series launch in Apple TV+ history, surpassing all previous originals on the platform in viewership and engagement.
The milestone estabished Pluribus as Apple TV+’s most successful series to date, both in terms of audience reach and impact.
Apple confirmed that Pluribus delivered the largest global audience ever for an Apple TV+ original series within its debut window. The show also drove a noticeable spike in new subscriptions and viewing hours, outperforming past hits such as Severance, The Morning Show, and Slow Horses.
While Apple did not release exact numbers, industry sources describe the performance as “unprecedented” for the platform, marking a major moment in Apple TV+’s original content strategy.
Vince Gilligan’s Return Pays Off
Created by Vince Gilligan, best known for Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, Pluribus marked his first project since concluding the Better Call Saul universe. Expectations were already high, but the series has exceeded them commercially and critically.
The show stars Rhea Seehorn, reuniting her with Gilligan after their acclaimed collaboration on Better Call Saul. Her performance has been widely praised and has already earned major awards recognition during the ongoing awards season.
Beyond its viewership success, Pluribus has emerged as a critical favorite. The series has scored strong reviews for its writing, performances, and thematic depth, with particular attention on Seehorn’s lead role.
The show’s success at major awards ceremonies has further boosted its visibility, helping it cross over from prestige television into mainstream conversation.
Pluribus is a science-fiction drama centered on a world-altering phenomenon that transforms humanity into a shared, collective consciousness. The series explores identity, autonomy, morality, and what it truly means to be human.
Rather than leaning heavily on spectacle, the show focuses on character-driven tension and philosophical questions, a creative choice that has resonated strongly with viewers.
A Defining Moment for Apple TV+
The success of Pluribus represents a significant moment for Apple TV+ as it continues to compete with established streaming giants. Landing its biggest series ever underlines the platform’s growing reputation for premium, creator-driven television.
With a second season already in development, Pluribus is positioned as a long-term flagship series for Apple TV+.
The 57th NAACP Image Awards nominations are officially out, shining a spotlight on the best in film, television, music, literature, and digital content. This year’s list celebrates Black excellence across a variety of creative fields, with fan favorites and rising stars vying for top honors. The ceremony is scheduled for February 28, 2026, airing live on BET with a simulcast on CBS.
Entertainer of the Year
One of the most anticipated categories, Entertainer of the Year, brings together performers who have made significant impact across multiple platforms:
Cynthia Erivo
Doechii
Kendrick Lamar
Michael B. Jordan
Teyana Taylor
Both Kendrick Lamar and Teyana Taylor received six nominations each across different categories, highlighting their dominance in music and film this year.
Television & Streaming
Television continues to shine with shows that blend storytelling, culture, and humor.
Outstanding Comedy Series
Abbott Elementary (ABC)
Harlem (Prime Video)
Survival of the Thickest (Netflix)
The Residence (Netflix)
The Upshaws (Netflix)
Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series
Cedric The Entertainer – The Neighborhood
David Alan Grier – St. Denis Medical
David Oyelowo – Government Cheese
Mike Epps – The Upshaws
Vince Staples – The Vince Staples Show
Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series
Ayo Edebiri – The Bear
Maya Rudolph – Loot
Michelle Buteau – Survival of the Thickest
Quinta Brunson – Abbott Elementary
Uzo Aduba – The Residence
Outstanding Drama Series
Bel‑Air (Peacock) — leading with seven nominations
Abbott Elementary, Reasonable Doubt, Ruth & Boaz — six nominations each
Forever — five nominations
Motion Picture Categories & Nominees
Outstanding Motion Picture
Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Highest 2 Lowest (A24)
One Of Them Days (Sony Pictures Releasing)
Sarah’s Oil (Amazon MGM Studios)
Wicked: For Good (Universal Pictures)
Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture
André Holland – Love, Brooklyn (Greenwich Entertainment)
Denzel Washington – Highest 2 Lowest (A24)
Michael B. Jordan – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Nnamdi Asomugha – The Knife (Relatively Media)
Tyriq Withers – HIM (Monkeypaw Productions)
Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture
Cynthia Erivo – Wicked: For Good (Universal Pictures)
Danielle Deadwyler – 40 Acres (Magnolia Pictures)
Keke Palmer – One Of Them Days (Sony Pictures Releasing)
Kerry Washington – Shadow Force (Lionsgate)
Tessa Thompson – Hedda (Amazon MGM Studios)
Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture
A$AP Rocky – Highest 2 Lowest (A24)
Damson Idris – F1 (Apple Original Films)
Delroy Lindo – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Jeffrey Wright – Highest 2 Lowest (A24)
Miles Caton – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture
Janelle James – One Of Them Days (Sony Pictures Releasing)
Jayme Lawson – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Regina Hall – One Battle After Another (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Teyana Taylor – One Battle After Another (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Wunmi Mosaku – Sinners (Warner Bros. Pictures)
Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture
Sinners — Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, Buddy Guy, Delroy Lindo, et al. (Warner Bros. Pictures)
One Of Them Days — Keke Palmer, SZA, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Lil Rel Howery, Katt Williams (Sony Pictures Releasing)
Wicked: For Good — Jonathan Bailey, Marissa Bode, Coleman Domingo, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum, Ariana Grande, et al. (Universal Pictures)
A House of Dynamite — Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, Tracy Letts, Anthony Ramos, Moses Ingram, Jonah Hauer‑King, Greta Lee, Jason Clarke (Netflix)
Outstanding Independent Motion Picture
40 Acres (Magnolia Pictures)
Love, Brooklyn (Greenwich Entertainment)
Magazine Dreams (Briarcliff Entertainment)
Opus (A24)
Unexpected Christmas (3 Diamonds Entertainment)
Outstanding International Motion Picture
40 Acres (Magnolia Pictures)
My Father’s Shadow (MUBI)
Souleymane’s Story (Kino Lorber)
The Fisherman (Luu Vision Media)
The Secret Agent (NEON)
Outstanding Animated Motion Picture
Elio (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
KPop Demon Hunters (Netflix)
Sneaks (Briarcliff Entertainment)
The Bad Guys 2 (DreamWorks Animation)
Zootopia 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
Outstanding Character Voice‑Over Performance – Motion Picture
Anthony Mackie – Sneaks
Craig Robinson – The Bad Guys 2
Danielle Brooks – The Bad Guys 2
Lil Rel Howery – Dog Man
Quinta Brunson – Zootopia 2
Outstanding Short Form (Live Action)
ADO (Baylor University)
Before You Let Go (Find Your People Program)
Best Eyes (American Film Institute Conservatory)
Ella (Netflix)
Food for the Soul (P.A. Works)
Outstanding Short Form (Animated)
ASALI: Power of the Pollinators (Upenndo! Productions)
Black Man, Black Man (Chainwheel Productions)
Captain Zero: Into the Abyss Part II (Cutting Edge Animation)
Full Music & Recording Nominees
Outstanding New Artist
Elmiene – Useless Without You (Def Jam Recordings)
Lee Vasi – Love Me To Life (Capitol CMG/Leeda Music Group)
Madison McFerrin – Scorpio (MadMcFerrin Music LLC)
Monaleo – Who Did the Body? (Columbia Records)
Ravyn Lenae – Bicycle Race (Atlantic Records)
Outstanding Male Artist
Bryson Tiller – Solace & The Vices (RCA Records/TrapSoul)
Chris Brown – It Depends feat. Bryson Tiller (RCA Records/Chris Brown Entertainment)
GIVĒON – Beloved (Epic Records)
Kendrick Lamar – luther (pgLang/Interscope)
Leon Thomas – MUTT Deluxe: Heel (EZMNY/Motown Records)
“Ride (Remix)” – Chance the Rapper feat. Do or Die & Twista
“Typa” – GloRilla
Literature Work Categories
Outstanding Literary Work — Fiction
Can’t Get Enough — Kennedy Ryan
Chronicles of Ori: An African Epic — Harmonia Rosales
Death of the Author — Nnedi Okorafor
Happy Land — Dolen Perkins‑Valdez
Harlem Rhapsody — Victoria Christopher Murray
Outstanding Literary Work — Non‑Fiction
A More Perfect Party… — Juanita Tolliver
Born in Flames — Bench Ansfield
From These Roots — Tamara Lanier
Hidden Hospitality… — Calvin Stovall Jr.
I Am Nobody’s Slave — Lee Hawkins
Outstanding Literary Work — Debut Author
American Soul: The Black History of Food… — Anela Malik
Red Clay — Charles B. Fancher
High Functioning… — Dr. Judith Joseph
A Sky Full of Love — Lorna Lewis
History Lessons — Zoe B. Wallbrook
Outstanding Literary Work — Biography/Autobiography
107 Days — Kamala Harris
The Look — Michelle Obama
Toni at Random — Dana A. Williams
Truly — Lionel Richie
Uncommon Favor… — Dawn Staley
Outstanding Literary Work — Instructional
American Soul… — Anela Malik
Braided Heritage… — Dr. Jessica Harris
We the Pizza… — Muhammad Abdul‑Hadi
Who Better Than You? — Will Packer
Wine Pairing for the People — Cha McCoy
Outstanding Literary Work — Poetry
Death of the First Idea — Rickey Laurentiis
Florida Water — Aja Monet
The Grace of Black Mothers — Martheaus Perkins
The Intentions of Thunder — Patricia Smith
We Look Better Alive — Ali Black
Outstanding Literary Work — Children
Black Boy, Rise — Brynne Barnes
Black Diamond Kings — Charles R. Smith Jr.
My Quiet Place — Monica Mikai
The History of We — Nikkolas Smith
Yvonne Clark and Her Engineering Spark — Allen R. Wells (ill. DeAndra Hodge)
Outstanding Literary Work — Youth/Teens
(S)Kin — Ibi Zoboi
Nic Blake and the Remarkables: The Book of Anansi — Angie Thomas
The Scammer — Tiffany D. Jackson
The Story of My Anger — Jasminne Mendez
Through Our Teeth — Pamela N. Harris
Outstanding Literary Work — Graphic Novel
Creaky Acres — Calista Bril
Defiant: The Story of Robert Smalls — Rob Edwards
One Crazy Summer: The Graphic Novel — Rita Williams‑Garcia
Parable of the Talents (Graphic Novel) — Octavia E. Butler (adapted)
They Choose Violence — Sheldon Allen
Outstanding Literary Work — Journalism(New Category)
As Black New Yorkers Move Out, N.Y.C. Politics May Be Reshaped — Maya King
Audra McDonald Took The Stage and Rewrote The Rules — Adam Davenport
Black joy and boots: How line dancing is fanning cultural connection — Lisa Respers France
HBCUs Reel as Trump Cuts Black‑Focused Grants — Jasper Smith
On Borrowed Time — Anissa Durham
Digital Content Creator Categories
These categories honor creators across platforms like TikTok, Instagram and YouTube:
Outstanding Digital Content Creator — Art/Comedy
Darren Watkins Jr. (@IShowSpeed)
Jordan Howlett (@jordan_the_stallion8)
Joshua Neal (@joshuadneal)
Lou Young (@Louuuyoung)
Tee Sanders (@teesanderscomedy)
Outstanding Digital Content Creator — Political/Culture
Elizabeth Booker Houston (@bookersquared)
Garrison Hayes (@garrisonh)
George Lee Jr. (@theconsciouslee)
Joshua Doss (@doss.discourse)
Lynae Vanee (@lynaevanee)
Outstanding Digital Content Creator — Fashion/Beauty
Allyiah Gainer (@allyiahsface)
De’arra Taylor (@dearra)
Eni Popoola (@enigivensunday)
Jackie Asamoah (@jackieaina)
Wisdom Kaye (@wisdm)
Outstanding Digital Content Creator — Gaming/Tech
Berlin Edmonds (@Berleezy)
Cory Kenshin (@CoryxKenshin)
Gerard Williams (@Hiphopgamer)
Jay Ann Lopez (@blackgirlgamers)
Khleo Thomas (@khleothomas)
Outstanding Digital Content Creator — Fitness/Wellness/Food
Alex Hill (@justaddhotsauce)
Jeanette Jenkins (@msjeanettejenkins)
Keith Lee (@Keith_Lee125)
Kimberly Villalobos (@KimmysKreations.1)
Massy Arias (@Massy.arias)
Public Voting & Ceremony
Fans can vote in select categories through February 7, 2026 at NAACPImageAwards.net. Winners will be announced during the live ceremony on February 28, 2026.
The 2026 NAACP Image Awards showcase the best in Black creativity and culture. From Sinners dominating film categories to TV hits like Bel‑Air, and music legends Kendrick Lamar and Teyana Taylor leading the recording scene, this year’s nominations reflect cultural impact, artistic excellence, and creative innovation across all entertainment fields.
The 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) took place on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Eko Hotels & Suites, Lagos, drawing artists and industry leaders from across the continent for one of African music’s most important nights.
Held under the theme “Unstoppable Africa,” the ceremony celebrated commercial success, cultural impact, regional diversity, and artistic excellence. The event was hosted by Falz and Liliane Maroune and broadcast live on DStv, GOtv, and digital platforms, concluding a week-long AFRIMA programme in Lagos.
Below is the full breakdown of major categories, including WINNERS and OFFICIAL NOMINEES as released by AFRIMA ahead of the awards.
ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Winner
Rema (Nigeria)
Nominees
Burna Boy (Nigeria)
Davido (Nigeria)
Wizkid (Nigeria)
Black Sherif (Ghana)
ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Winner
Burna Boy – No Sign of Weakness
Nominees
Rema – HEIS
Davido – Timeless
Black Sherif – The Villain I Never Was
Ayra Starr – The Year I Turned 21
SONG OF THE YEAR
Winner
Shallipopi – “Laho”
Nominees
Tyla – “Water”
Asake – “Lonely at the Top”
Rema – “Trouble Maker”
Black Sherif – “Oil in My Head”
BEST MALE ARTISTE – WESTERN AFRICA
Winner
Rema (Nigeria)
Nominees
Burna Boy (Nigeria)
Davido (Nigeria)
Wizkid (Nigeria)
Black Sherif (Ghana)
BEST FEMALE ARTISTE – WESTERN AFRICA
Winner
Wendy Shay (Ghana)
Nominees
Ayra Starr (Nigeria)
Yemi Alade (Nigeria)
Simi (Nigeria)
Gyakie (Ghana)
BEST MALE ARTISTE – EASTERN AFRICA
Winner
Jux (Tanzania)
Nominees
Diamond Platnumz (Tanzania)
Harmonize (Tanzania)
Alikiba (Tanzania)
Bien (Kenya)
BEST FEMALE ARTISTE – EASTERN AFRICA
Winner
Denise (Madagascar)
Nominees
Zuchu (Tanzania)
Nandy (Tanzania)
Azawi (Uganda)
Nikita Kering (Kenya)
BEST MALE ARTISTE – CENTRAL AFRICA
Winner
Singuila (Congo)
Nominees
Fally Ipupa (DR Congo)
Innoss’B (DR Congo)
Gaz Mawete (DR Congo)
Dadju (DR Congo)
BEST FEMALE ARTISTE – CENTRAL AFRICA
Winner
Cindy Le Coeur (DR Congo)
Nominees
Rosny Kayiba (DR Congo)
Shan’L (Gabon)
Queen Etémé (Cameroon)
Mel B Akwen (Cameroon)
MOST PROMISING ARTISTE OF THE YEAR
Winner
Qing Madi (Nigeria)
Nominees
Victony (Nigeria)
Seyi Vibez (Nigeria)
Tyla (South Africa)
Llona (Nigeria)
AFRICAN FANS’ FAVOURITE ARTISTE
Winner
Chella (Nigeria)
Nominees
Rema
Burna Boy
Davido
Wizkid
BEST AFRICAN VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Winner
Black Sherif – “Rebel”
Nominees
Rema – “Trouble Maker”
Burna Boy – “City Boys”
Ayra Starr – “Commas”
Asake – “Yoga”
BEST AFRICAN DANCE / CHOREOGRAPHY
Winner
Weeha – “Dimama” (Ethiopia)
Nominees
Tyla – “Water”
Diamond Platnumz – “Achii”
Kizz Daniel – “Twe Twe”
CKay – “Love Nwantiti”
SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR
Winner
Bakhaw Dioum (Senegal) – “Choix”
Nominees
Asa (Nigeria)
Johnny Drille (Nigeria)
A-Reece (South Africa)
Sauti Sol (Kenya)
BEST SOUNDTRACK (FILM / SERIES / DOCUMENTARY)
Winner
Yemi Alade – “You Are” (Iyanu)
Nominees
Adekunle Gold – Aníkúlápó
CKay – Shanty Town
Amaarae – The Origin
Teni – Breaded Life
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
Recipients
Kenny Ogungbe
Dayo “D1” Adeneye
Honoured for decades of contribution to African music development, media, and artist growth.
The 83rd Golden Globe Awards officially kicked off the 2026 awards season on January 11, celebrating the most outstanding achievements in film, television, and podcasts from 2025.
Held at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills and hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, the ceremony delivered a night of major wins, emotional speeches, and early Oscar momentum for several projects. By the end of the night, Hamnet, One Battle After Another, The Pitt, The Studio, and Adolescence emerged as the biggest winners.
Here’s a full breakdown of the night’s highlights and winners.
Film Categories:
Hamnet and One Battle After Another Lead
Best Motion Picture
Best Motion Picture – Drama: Hamnet
Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy: One Battle After Another
Hamnet secured the night’s most prestigious drama prize, while Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another dominated the comedy/musical side, setting itself up as a strong awards-season contender.
Acting Winners – Film
Best Actor – Drama: Wagner Moura (The Secret Agent)
Best Actress – Drama: Jessie Buckley (Hamnet)
Best Actor – Musical or Comedy: Timothée Chalamet (Marty Supreme)
Best Actress – Musical or Comedy: Rose Byrne (If I Had Legs I’d Kick You)
Best Supporting Actor: Stellan Skarsgård (Sentimental Value)
Best Supporting Actress: Teyana Taylor (One Battle After Another)
Jessie Buckley’s win for Hamnet was one of the night’s most celebrated moments, while Timothée Chalamet’s victory further strengthened his position in the awards race.
Creative Awards – Film
Best Director: Paul Thomas Anderson (One Battle After Another)
Best Screenplay: Paul Thomas Anderson (One Battle After Another)
Best Original Score: Ludwig Göransson (Sinners)
Best Original Song: “Golden” – KPop Demon Hunters
Paul Thomas Anderson walked away with multiple wins, making One Battle After Another the most decorated film of the night.
Other Film Honors
Best Animated Feature: KPop Demon Hunters
Best Non-English Language Film: The Secret Agent
Cinematic & Box Office Achievement: Sinners
Television Categories:
The Pitt, The Studio and Adolescence Shine
Best TV Series
Best Drama Series: The Pitt
Best Musical or Comedy Series: The Studio
Best Limited Series / Anthology / TV Movie: Adolescence
Acting Winners – Television
Best Actor – TV Drama: Noah Wyle (The Pitt)
Best Actress – TV Drama: Rhea Seehorn (Pluribus)
Best Actor – TV Musical or Comedy: Seth Rogen (The Studio)
Best Actress – TV Musical or Comedy: Jean Smart (Hacks)
Best Actor – Limited Series / TV Movie: Stephen Graham (Adolescence)
Best Actress – Limited Series / TV Movie: Michelle Williams (Dying for Sex)
Best Supporting Actor – TV: Owen Cooper (Adolescence)
Best Supporting Actress – TV: Erin Doherty (Adolescence)
Adolescence was the standout in limited series categories, earning multiple acting awards and cementing its critical acclaim.
Podcast and Stand-Up Comedy
Best Podcast: Good Hang with Amy Poehler
Best Stand-Up Comedy Performance: Ricky Gervais (Mortality)
Special Honors
Cecil B. DeMille Award (Lifetime Achievement): Helen Mirren
Carol Burnett Award: Sarah Jessica Parker
The 2026 Golden Globes offered a clear picture of the projects likely to dominate the rest of awards season. One Battle After Another emerged as the night’s biggest film winner, while Hamnet proved its emotional and critical strength in the drama category.
On television, The Pitt, The Studio, and Adolescence separated themselves from the pack, with Adolescence especially sweeping multiple performance awards.
As Hollywood moves closer to the Oscars, SAG Awards, and Emmys, the Golden Globes have once again set the tone for what stories and performances will define the year.
Africa’s biggest night in film and television is officially underway.
The 12th Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) has opened submissions, inviting filmmakers and TV creators across the continent to submit eligible projects released in 2025. If your work made waves on cinema screens, television, or streaming platforms last year, this is your moment to step forward.
From breakout performances to technical brilliance and bold storytelling, the AMVCA remains the most influential platform celebrating African screen excellence and the race for 2026 has begun.
Submission Timeline
Entries Open: 11 January 2026
Entries Close: 15 February 2026
Eligibility Period: Projects must have been publicly screened or broadcast between 1 January and 31 December 2025
Official Portal: www.africamagic.tv/amvca
Now in its 12th edition, the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards has grown beyond an awards show into a cultural institution. Powered by Africa Magic and MultiChoice, the AMVCA has helped shape careers, spotlight emerging talent, and push African film and television into global conversations.
This year’s edition continues its commitment to inclusivity, with expanded Indigenous Language categories that now fully accommodate works from North and Central Africa, reinforcing the AMVCA’s pan-African vision.
Eligible entries include:
Feature films
Television series
Made-for-TV movies
Select documentary projects
After submissions close on 15 February 2026, entries will be reviewed by the AMVCA jury panel, followed by public voting in selected categories. Nominees will be announced ahead of the highly anticipated 2026 AMVCA ceremony in Lagos, Nigeria, where Africa’s finest screen talents will take centre stage.
James Gunn’s Superman has officially entered the 2026 Academy Awards conversation.
According to a newly released list published by Variety, Superman is among 201 films that are eligible for nomination in the Best Picture category at the 98th Academy Awards. While eligibility does not guarantee a nomination, the film’s inclusion confirms that it has met all of the Academy’s strict Best Picture qualification requirements for the 2025 awards year.
The Academy’s Best Picture eligibility rules go beyond a standard Oscar qualification. For Superman to appear on this list, it had to satisfy multiple layers of criteria, not just its release date.
1. Release Within the 2025 Awards Year
Superman was released in July 2025, placing it firmly within the Academy’s eligibility window of January 1 to December 31, 2025.
2. Required Theatrical Qualification
The film completed the Academy’s mandatory paid theatrical run, which includes:
A minimum one-week run in a qualifying U.S. market
A feature-length runtime (over 40 minutes)
This is the baseline requirement for Oscar consideration.
3. Expanded Theatrical Run for Best Picture
Best Picture contenders face stricter rules than other categories. Eligible films must play:
At least seven days
In 10 of the top 50 U.S. theatrical markets
Within 45 days of their initial release
Superman meeting this threshold confirms it had a sufficiently wide theatrical footprint, not just a limited awards run.
4. Compliance With the Academy’s Representation and Inclusion Standards
Since recent award cycles, Best Picture eligibility also requires films to:
Submit the Academy’s RAISE (Representation and Inclusion Standards Entry) form
Meet at least two of four inclusion standards, covering areas such as:
On-screen representation
Creative leadership and crew composition
Industry access and opportunities
Marketing and distribution teams
Films that do not submit or meet these standards are excluded from Best Picture consideration, even if they qualify theatrically.
Oscar nominations for the 2026 ceremony are expected to be announced later this month.
The Directors Guild of America (DGA) has officially announced the nominees for the 78th Annual DGA Awards, spotlighting the most outstanding directing achievements in theatrical feature films released in 2025.
Often regarded as one of the strongest indicators of the Academy Awards’ Best Director race, the DGA nominations once again bring together a mix of industry veterans and bold new voices shaping contemporary cinema.
The winners will be revealed on February 7, 2026, at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.
Below is the complete nominees list for the theatrical feature film categories.
Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Theatrical Feature Film — 2026 DGA Awards
This category honors directors for exceptional achievement in feature-length films intended for theatrical release.
Nominees:
Paul Thomas Anderson — One Battle After Another
Ryan Coogler — Sinners
Guillermo del Toro — Frankenstein
Josh Safdie — Marty Supreme
Chloé Zhao — Hamnet
The lineup reflects a wide creative spectrum from literary adaptations and gothic reimaginings to character driven dramas and auteur-led visions. Multiple nominees are previous DGA and Academy Award winners, further heightening the prestige of this year’s race.
Michael Apted Award for First-Time Theatrical Feature Film Director
Named in honor of the late director Michael Apted, this category recognizes exceptional debut feature film directors making their first major impact in cinema.
Nominees:
Hasan Hadi — The President’s Cake
Harry Lighton — Pillion
Charlie Polinger — The Plague
Alex Russell — Lurker
Eva Victor — Sorry, Baby
This category continues the DGA’s tradition of highlighting emerging filmmakers whose first works demonstrate strong artistic voice, originality, and narrative ambition.
The DGA Awards are widely considered one of the most reliable predictors of the Oscar Best Director winner. Historically, DGA winners have gone on to secure Academy Awards in the same category in a majority of cases.
When Are the Winners Announced?
Event: 78th Annual Directors Guild of America Awards
The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards have officially announced their nominees, spotlighting the artists and songs that dominated radio airplay, streaming platforms, and fan culture throughout 2025. The awards ceremony is scheduled to hold on March 26, 2026, live from the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, airing on FOX and iHeartRadio platforms.
This year’s nominations cut across pop, hip-hop, R&B, country, rock, Latin, K-pop, and global music, reflecting the industry’s growing diversity and the power of radio-driven hits. Several chart-topping artists return as multiple nominees, while newer acts secure major career-defining nods.
Below is the full list of nominees for the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
Major Categories
Song of the Year
“Anxiety” — Doechii
“Good News” — Shaboozey
“Love Somebody” — Morgan Wallen
“luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
“Manchild” — Sabrina Carpenter
“MUTT” — Leon Thomas
“Ordinary” — Alex Warren
“Sorry I’m Here For Someone Else” — Benson Boone
“Stargazing” — Myles Smith
“The Fate of Ophelia” — Taylor Swift
Artist of the Year
Bad Bunny
Benson Boone
Chris Brown
Jelly Roll
Kendrick Lamar
Lady Gaga
Morgan Wallen
Sabrina Carpenter
Tate McRae
Taylor Swift
Pop, Group & Collaboration Categories
Pop Artist of the Year
Alex Warren
Benson Boone
Sabrina Carpenter
Tate McRae
Taylor Swift
Duo/Group of the Year
HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA & REI AMI
Linkin Park
Maroon 5
Shinedown
Twenty One Pilots
Best Collaboration
“All The Way” — BigXthaPlug ft. Bailey Zimmerman
“APT.” — ROSÉ & Bruno Mars
“luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
“Timeless” — The Weeknd ft. Playboi Carti
“WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME” — GloRilla ft. Sexyy Red
Genre Categories
Hip-Hop Artist of the Year
Cardi B
GloRilla
Kendrick Lamar
Playboi Carti
Tyler, The Creator
Hip-Hop Song of the Year
“luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
“NOKIA” — Drake
“Outside” — Cardi B
“The Largest” — BigXthaPlug
“WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME” — GloRilla ft. Sexyy Red
R&B Artist of the Year
Chris Brown
Kehlani
Leon Thomas
Mariah the Scientist
SZA
Country Artist of the Year
Jason Aldean
Jelly Roll
Lainey Wilson
Luke Combs
Morgan Wallen
Rock Artist of the Year
Linkin Park
Papa Roach
Shinedown
Sleep Token
Three Days Grace
Global & International Categories
World Artist of the Year
Ayra Starr
Jackson Wang
JO1
MOLIY
Tyla
Latin Music Categories
Latin Pop/Urban Artist of the Year
Bad Bunny
Feid
J Balvin
Karol G
Shakira
Latin Pop/Urban Song of the Year
“Angel” — Grupo Frontera & Romeo Santos
“DEGENERE” — Myke Towers & benny blanco
“DtMF” — Bad Bunny
“Qué Pasaría…” — Rauw Alejandro & Bad Bunny
“Soltera” — Shakira
K-Pop Categories
K-Pop Artist of the Year
JENNIE
j-hope
Jin
LISA
ROSÉ
K-Pop Group of the Year
ATEEZ
BLACKPINK
ENHYPEN
Stray Kids
TWICE
Fan-Voted & Industry Categories
The 2026 edition also includes fan-voted awards such as Best Lyrics, Best Music Video, Favorite TikTok Dance, Favorite On Screen, and Favorite Broadway Debut, alongside industry honors like Songwriter of the Year and Producer of the Year.
Voting remains open on iHeartRadio platforms ahead of the ceremony.
The Television Academy has officially announced the creation of a new honor, the Legacy Award aimed at recognizing television series that have made a profound and lasting cultural impact long after their original broadcast runs.
The announcement marks the Academy’s first major new award category in nearly two decades, underscoring a growing effort to formally acknowledge television shows whose influence extends beyond ratings, awards seasons, and initial critical reception.
According to the Television Academy, the Legacy Award will celebrate iconic television series that have demonstrated sustained relevance, cultural significance, and influence across generations. The focus is not on a single season or performance, but on the enduring footprint a show leaves on television history, pop culture, and storytelling.
Academy Chair Cris Abrego described the award as a way to honor programming that has helped define eras of television and continues to resonate with audiences years after its debut .
Eligibility Criteria Explained
To qualify for the Legacy Award, a television series must meet specific eligibility requirements set by the Academy:
The show must have aired at least 60 episodes
It must span a minimum of five seasons
The series must demonstrate long-term cultural, social, or industry impact
Multi-series franchises will be considered as a single body of work, rather than individual titles
This framework positions the Legacy Award as distinct from competitive Emmy categories, which typically focus on annual achievements.
The selection process will be overseen by the Academy’s Special Awards Committee, formerly known as the Governors Award committee. This body will compile a shortlist of potential honorees before submitting recommendations to the Television Academy Board of Governors, which will vote on the final recipients .
Recipients of the Legacy Award will receive an engraved Emmy statuette, with presentations expected to take place at select Academy events, including the Creative Arts Emmys or other official ceremonies.
The Legacy Award becomes the Academy’s most significant addition since the launch of the Television Academy Honors in 2007, which spotlighted socially conscious programming. Unlike that initiative, however, the Legacy Award is explicitly tied to longevity and cultural endurance, not just thematic relevance.
The 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards is taking place tonight, marking the official start of the 2026 awards season. The star-studded ceremony is set to be held at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica.
Comic host Chelsea Handler returns for her fourth consecutive year to guide the proceedings, blending humour with excitement as some of the biggest films and TV shows of 2025 compete for top honours.
The Critics Choice Awards, presented annually by the Critics Choice Association, honour the best achievements in film and television from the previous year. Known for its diverse voting body of critics, the event often foreshadows trends and potential winners in subsequent awards; including the Golden Globes and the Oscars.
Leading Nominees This Year
Before tonight’s gala, several titles emerged as front-runners based on nominations:
Sinners, Ryan Coogler’s period horror drama, leads all films with 17 nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director and multiple acting categories.
One Battle After Another, the action epic by Paul Thomas Anderson, follows closely with 14 nominations, also in major categories like Best Picture and Best Actor.
Netflix’s limited series Adolescence is the most-nominated television project, highlighted in the show’s TV category lineup.
Other films in contention include Frankenstein, Hamnet, Marty Supreme, and Sentimental Value, among others, spanning genres from drama to fantasy and international cinema.
The ceremony is being broadcast live on E! and USA Network, with red carpet coverage and pre-show specials earlier in the evening. International viewers may also follow live streams on network apps and platforms supporting E! and USA Network feeds.
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Tonight’s show begins at 7 p.m. ET / 4 p.m. PT (approximate local U.S. time), with the red carpet arriving hours earlier as celebrities showcase their fashion on the Barker Hangar carpet.
