Sinners Leads 2026 Critics Choice Film Nominations With 17 Nods

The nominees for the 2026 Critics Choice Awards are here. The announcement was made on December 11. It sets the stage for Hollywood‘s upcoming awards season.Warner Bros.’ epic “Sinners” dominated the film field. It scored an impressive 17 nominations. This puts it just one nod shy of the record set by “Barbie” in 2024.

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The film “One Battle After Another” followed with 14 nominations. “Hamnet” and “Frankenstein” each earned 11. According to industry reports, Warner Bros. led all film studios with 36 total nominations.Netflix was close behind with 27 film nods. On the television side, the streaming giant took the lead. It secured 31 nominations across various series and limited runs.The limited series “Adolescence” tops the TV contenders with six nominations. The comedy “Nobody Wants This” earned five. Several other shows followed with four nods each, promising a tight race.

New Categories and a Broadcast Date Set

This year’s ceremony introduces four new awards. The categories are best variety series, stunt design, casting/ensemble, and sound. They reflect the evolving crafts within film and television production.The show will be broadcast live on January 4, 2026. It will air from the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. Chelsea Handler returns as the host for the event.

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The 2026 Critics Choice nominations reveal a dynamic awards landscape. Major studios and streamers will compete for top honors when the ceremony kicks off the new year.

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When are the 2026 Critics Choice Awards?

The ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, January 4, 2026. It will be broadcast live on E! and USA Network starting at 7 p.m. Eastern and Pacific Time.

Who is hosting the awards show?

Comedian and television host Chelsea Handler will return as the emcee. She has hosted the event multiple times in previous years.

Which studio got the most film nominations?

Warner Bros. received the most film nominations with 36. Its leading title is “Sinners,” which garnered 17 nods across various categories.

What are the new award categories?

The Critics Choice Association added four categories for 2026. They are Best Variety Series, Best Stunt Design, Best Casting/Ensemble, and Best Sound.

Which TV show has the most nominations?

The limited series “Adolescence” on Netflix leads the television field. It earned six nominations heading into the January ceremony.