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The 2026 edition of the Saturn Awards celebrated the best achievements in science fiction, fantasy, horror, and genre entertainment across film and television. The ceremony, presented by the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror Films, took place on March 8, 2026, in Los Angeles.

This year’s ceremony was dominated by Avatar: Fire and Ash, which emerged as the biggest winner of the night with five awards. The film, directed by James Cameron, won Best Science Fiction Film and several major craft and acting categories.

On the television side, the sci-fi series Pluribus led the winners with multiple awards, including Best Science Fiction Television Series.

Below is the full list of winners from the 2026 Saturn Awards.

Full Winners List – 2026 Saturn Awards

Film Categories

Best Science Fiction Film: Avatar: Fire and Ash
Best Fantasy Film: How to Train Your Dragon
Best Horror Film: Frankenstein
Best Action / Adventure Film: Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
Best Thriller Film: Sinners
Best Animated Film: Inside Out 2
Best International Film: Godzilla Minus One
Best Film Adaptation: The Fantastic Four: First Steps

Film Acting Categories

Best Actor in a Film: Sam Worthington — Avatar: Fire and Ash
Best Actress in a Film: Zoe Saldaña — Avatar: Fire and Ash
Best Supporting Actor in a Film: Stephen Lang — Avatar: Fire and Ash
Best Supporting Actress in a Film: Sigourney Weaver — Dust Bunny
Best Younger Performer in a Film: Jack Champion — Avatar: Fire and Ash

Film Craft Categories

Best Film Direction: James Cameron — Avatar: Fire and Ash
Best Film Screenwriting: Ryan Coogler — Sinners
Best Film Music: Simon Franglen — Avatar: Fire and Ash
Best Production Design: Avatar: Fire and Ash
Best Film Editing: Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
Best Visual / Special Effects: Avatar: Fire and Ash

Television Categories

Best Science Fiction Television Series: Pluribus
Best Fantasy Television Series: The Wheel of Time
Best Horror Television Series: The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon
Best Action / Thriller Television Series: Dexter: Resurrection
Best Adventure Television Series: Andor
Best New Genre Television Series: It: Welcome to Derry

Television Acting Categories

Best Actor on Television: Diego Luna — Andor
Best Actress on Television: Rosamund Pike — The Wheel of Time
Best Supporting Actor on Television: Ewan McGregor — Andor
Best Supporting Actress on Television: Melissa McBride — The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon

Special Awards

Lifetime Achievement Award: William Shatner
Dan Curtis Legacy Award: Aliens (accepted by James Cameron and Gale Anne Hurd)

Apple TV+ has a new record-breaker on its hands.

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+.