2026 Golden Globe Nominations: The Must-Know Highlights

The race for the Golden Globes is on. The nominations for the 83rd annual ceremony are out, setting the stage for a competitive awards season. Here are the key headlines.

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– "One Battle After Another" dominates with 9 nominations, including Best Picture (Musical/Comedy) and Director for Paul Thomas Anderson.

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– Leonardo DiCaprio and newcomer Chase Infiniti are both nominated for their performances in the film.

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– HBO's "The White Lotus" leads all TV contenders with 6 nominations. –

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– Netflix's limited series "Adolescence" is a major surprise, earning 5 nods.

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For the first time ever, the Golden Globes will award Best Podcast, opening the door for audio creators. Nominated shows include major hits like Call Her Daddy and Smartless.

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– Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson earns his first major acting nomination for the drama "The Smashing Machine."

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– "Adolescence" emerges as a dark horse with a surprise supporting actor nod for Ashley Walters.

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– When: Sunday, January 11, 2026 – Host: Comedian Nikki Glaser returns. – Where to Watch: Live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.

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The ceremony promises a night of fierce competition and celebration as Hollywood kicks off its awards season. Who are you rooting for?

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