2026 Golden Globe Awards: Adolescence Takes the Lead as DiCaprio’s Film Wins Four Major Honors
The 83rd Golden Globe Awards celebrated the finest achievements in film and television at a star-studded ceremony held in Los Angeles. Hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, the evening delivered memorable wins, unexpected triumphs, and standout performances across both mediums.
One of the night’s most acclaimed films was “Hamnet,” directed by Chloé Zhao, which secured the awards for Best Motion Picture – Drama and Best Actress in a Drama for Jessie Buckley. Her performance was widely praised as one of the season’s most compelling.
A Dominant Night for DiCaprio’s Latest Film
Leonardo DiCaprio’s “One Battle After Another” emerged as one of the evening’s biggest winners, taking home a total of four Golden Globe awards. These included Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Director, Best Screenplay, and Best Supporting Actress for Teyana Taylor, cementing the film’s strong position in this awards season.
In the drama acting category, Wagner Moura made history by winning Best Actor in a Drama for The Secret Agent, becoming the first Brazilian actor to receive a Golden Globe in this category.
Meanwhile, Timothée Chalamet and Rose Byrne both earned their first-ever Golden Globe Awards in the musical/comedy acting categories, marking significant milestones in their careers. Stellan Skarsgård won Best Supporting Actor for his role in Sentimental Value.
Television Spotlight: Adolescence Shines
On the television side, Netflix’s “Adolescence” dominated the evening, winning four awards, including Best Limited Series, and establishing itself as the standout TV production of the year.
“The Studio” claimed Best Comedy Series, while “The Pitt” took home Best Drama Series.
In the television drama acting category, Rhea Seehorn received Best Actress in a Drama Series for her role in Pluribus, earning widespread acclaim for her performance.
Overall, the 83rd Golden Globe Awards celebrated a year defined by bold storytelling, international recognition, and exceptional artistic achievement across both film and television.