The 82nd Golden Globe Awards took place on January 5, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California, honoring outstanding achievements in film and television. Hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, the event showcased a diverse range of talent and productions, with independent films receiving significant recognition.
Top Film Honors
“The Brutalist,” a 3.5-hour drama directed by Brady Corbet, won Best Motion Picture – Drama. The film tells the story of a Jewish architect’s survival during the Holocaust. Adrien Brody’s portrayal in the film earned him the award for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama.
In the Musical or Comedy category, “Emilia Pérez” emerged victorious, winning Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. This Spanish-language musical follows the journey of a transgender Mexican drug kingpin. The film also secured the award for Best Non-English Language Motion Picture. Zoe Saldaña’s performance in “Emilia Pérez” earned her the award for Best Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture.
Acting Accolades
Demi Moore received the award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for her role in “The Substance.” Sebastian Stan was honored as Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for his performance in “A Different Man.” Tilda Swinton won Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama for her role in “I’m Still Here.”
Directing and Screenwriting
Brady Corbet’s direction of “The Brutalist” earned him the award for Best Director. Peter Straughan received the award for Best Screenplay for his work on “Conclave,” a thriller centered around the election of a new pope.
Television Triumphs
In television, “Shōgun” won Best Television Series – Drama. The series’ stars, Hiroyuki Sanada, Tadanobu Asano, and Anna Sawai, were recognized for their performances. “Hacks” secured the award for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, with Jean Smart receiving the award for Best Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy. Jeremy Allen White won Best Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for his role in “The Bear.”
Special Recognitions
Viola Davis was honored with the Cecil B. DeMille Award for her outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment. Ted Danson received the Carol Burnett Award, recognizing his achievements in television.
Notable Wins and Surprises
“Flow,” a whimsical fantasy film without dialogue, won Best Animated Motion Picture. “Challengers” received the award for Best Original Score. In the television limited series category, “Baby Reindeer” was named Best Limited Series, with Colin Farrell recognized for his role in “The Penguin.” Ali Wong received the award for Best Performance in a Stand-Up Comedy on Television.
This year’s Golden Globe Awards highlighted a shift towards celebrating independent films and diverse storytelling, with several unexpected wins that set the stage for an unpredictable awards season ahead.
Complete list of nominees and winners of Golden Globes 2025
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture
Winner: Zoe Saldaña, Emilia Pérez
Nominees:
- Ariana Grande, Wicked
- Selena Gomez, Emilia Pérez
- Felicity Jones, The Brutalist
- Margaret Qualley, The Substance
- Isabella Rossellini, Conclave
Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy
Winner: Jean Smart, Hacks
Nominees:
- Kristen Bell, Nobody Wants This
- Quinta Brunson, Abbott Elementary
- Ayo Edebiri, The Bear
- Selena Gomez, Only Murders in the Building
- Kathryn Hahn, Agatha All Along
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture
Winner: Kieran Culkin, A Real Pain
Nominees:
- Yura Borisov, Anora
- Edward Norton, A Complete Unknown
- Guy Pearce, The Brutalist
- Jeremy Strong, The Apprentice
- Denzel Washington, Gladiator II
Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series — Drama
Winner: Hiroyuki Sanada, Shōgun
Nominees:
- Donald Glover, Mr. & Mrs. Smith
- Jake Gyllenhaal, Presumed Innocent
- Gary Oldman, Slow Horses
- Eddie Redmayne, The Day of the Jackal
- Billy Bob Thornton, Landman
Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Television Series
Winner: Jessica Gunning, Baby Reindeer
Nominees:
- Liza Colon-Zayas, The Bear
- Hannah Einbinder, Hacks
- Dakota Fanning, Ripley
- Allison Janney, The Diplomat
- Kali Reis, True Detective: Night Country
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Television Series
Winner: Tadanobu Asano, Shōgun
Nominees:
- Javier Bardem, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
- Harrison Ford, Shrinking
- Jack Lowden, Slow Horses
- Diego Luna, La Maquina
- Ebon Moss-Bachrach, The Bear
Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series — Musical or Comedy
Winner: Jeremy Allen White, The Bear
Nominees:
- Adam Brody, Nobody Wants This
- Ted Danson, A Man on the Inside
- Steve Martin, Only Murders in the Building
- Martin Short, Only Murders in the Building
- Jason Segel, Shrinking
Best Screenplay — Motion Picture
Winner: Peter Straughan, Conclave
Nominees:
- Jacques Audiard, Emilia Pérez
- Sean Baker, Anora
- Brady Corbet and Mona Fastvold, The Brutalist
- Jesse Eisenberg, A Real Pain
- Coralie Fargeat, The Substance
Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television
Winner: Ali Wong, Single Lady
Nominees:
- Jamie Foxx, What Had Happened Was
- Nikki Glaser, Someday You’ll Die
- Seth Meyers, Dad Man Walking
- Adam Sandler, Love You
- Ramy Youssef, More Feelings
Best Motion Picture — Non-English Language
Winner: Emilia Pérez
Nominees:
- All We Imagine as Light
- The Girl with the Needle
- I’m Still Here
- The Seed of the Sacred Fig
- Vermiglio
Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television
Winner: Colin Farrell, The Penguin
Nominees:
- Richard Gadd, Baby Reindeer
- Kevin Kline, Disclaimer
- Cooper Koch, Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story
- Ewan McGregor, A Gentleman in Moscow
- Andrew Scott, Ripley
Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Motion Picture Made for Television
Winner: Jodie Foster, True Detective: Night Country
Nominees:
- Cate Blanchett, Disclaimer
- Cristin Milioti, The Penguin
- Sofia Vergara, Griselda
- Naomi Watts, Feud: Capote vs. The Swans
- Kate Winslet, The Regime
Best Motion Picture — Drama
Winner: The Brutalist
Nominees:
- A Complete Unknown
- Conclave
- Dune: Part Two
- Nickel Boys
- September 5
Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy
Winner: Emilia Pérez
Nominees:
- Anora
- Challengers
- A Real Pain
- The Substance
- Wicked
These awards reflect a wide range of talent and creativity across both the film and television industries.
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