Golden Globes 2026: What to Watch Tonight and How to Stream.
Hollywood’s “boozy” awards season kicks off again as the 83rd Golden Globes take center stage Sunday night. But this year, the celebrations may come with a sober undertone.
Political tensions, industry uncertainty, and a shaky box-office year are on the minds of many attendees. The fate of Warner Bros., soon to be acquired by Netflix in an $82.7 billion deal, looms large, while performers and filmmakers largely oppose President Donald Trump’s policies. Broader social issues, including U.S. involvement in Venezuela and the Minneapolis ICE shooting of Renee Good, are also in the backdrop.
Yet, the Globes have long aimed to put pomp over politics. Host Nikki Glaser, returning for her second time, promises to keep the audience laughing while taking gentle jabs at Hollywood’s elite.
“You’d be surprised that half the room had no clue why I was saying ‘Venezuela,’” Glaser joked. “People aren’t getting the news like we all are.”
“We’re going to hit Leo. The icebergs are coming,” she added, referencing her signature roast style.
When and Where to Watch
CBS: 8 p.m. EST, live broadcast
Paramount+: Streaming for premium subscribers
E! Red Carpet: 6 p.m. EST
AP Livestream: 4:30 p.m. EST on YouTube and AP News, featuring arrivals, fashion, and interviews
Key Contenders
Leading the race with nine nominations, “One Battle After Another” is the favorite in the musical/comedy category. Drama contenders include Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners,” Chloé Zhao’s “Hamnet,” and Joachim Trier’s “Sentimental Value.”
With a star-studded cast including Leonardo DiCaprio, Teyana Taylor, Sean Penn, Chase Infiniti, and Benicio Del Toro, a strong showing could turn the night into a banner moment for Warner Bros., even amid corporate uncertainty.
Performers to Watch
Timothée Chalamet: Likely to secure his first Golden Globe in comedy/musical best actor
Rose Byrne: Favorite for best actress, comedy/musical, despite her indie not being especially funny
Jessie Buckley: Front-runner for best actress, drama
Wagner Moura: Potential upset winner for best actor, drama
Supporting categories could see wins for Teyana Taylor and Stellan Skarsgård.
TV and Podcast Highlights
- HBO Max’s “The White Lotus” leads TV nominations with six nods
- Netflix’s “Adolescence” follows with five
A new podcast category debuts, with nominees including Armchair Expert, Call Her Daddy, SmartLess, and Up First
Noteworthy Moments
Iranian director Jafar Panahi is nominated for four awards for his revenge drama “It Was Just an Accident,” despite facing recent imprisonment and restrictions in Iran.
“The Studio,” Seth Rogen’s Hollywood satire, is up for three awards, a case of life imitating art.
The Globes vs. The Oscars
Now owned by Eldridge Industries and Dick Clark Productions, the Globes are voted on by roughly 400 members, distinct from the Oscars’ 10,500-plus voters. Yet a memorable Globes speech can significantly boost an Oscar campaign, as seen last year with Demi Moore.
Despite the heavy topics and high stakes, the Golden Globes remain Hollywood’s annual spectacle—where glamour, politics, and drama collide on the red carpet and the stage alike.
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