Complete 2026 Awards Season Schedule and Streaming Guide
The 2026 awards season launches January 4th with major ceremonies spanning through March. Here's your complete guide to dates, times, and where to watch every major show including the Golden Globes, Grammys, and Academy Awards.
The entertainment industry's most prestigious season has arrived, launching January 4th with the 31st Annual Critics' Choice Awards as the opening act of what promises to be an exceptional year of recognition. Last year delivered an unprecedented lineup of acclaimed films that captured both critical praise and box office success, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated award seasons in recent memory.
Major contenders include Ryan Coogler's "Sinners," Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another," Chloé Zhao's "Hamnet," and Park Chan-wook's "No Other Choice" - all representing the pinnacle of filmmaker artistry from 2025. With these heavyweight productions leading the conversation, here's your comprehensive roadmap to experiencing every major ceremony this season.
Critics' Choice Awards Kick Off the Season
Chelsea Handler returns to host the 31st Annual Critics' Choice Awards on January 4th, with the three-hour live broadcast beginning at 7 PM ET and 4 PM PT on E! and USA Network. Peacock will provide streaming access for cord-cutters. Red carpet coverage starts at 5 PM ET, giving viewers the full glamour experience.
Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" dominates with seventeen nominations across major categories including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" follows closely with fourteen nods, establishing these two films as early frontrunners.
Golden Globes and Grammy Celebrations
The 83rd Golden Globe Awards take center stage January 11th with Nikki Glaser returning as host. CBS broadcasts the ceremony live at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT, with Paramount+ offering streaming options. "One Battle After Another" leads film nominations with nine mentions, while "The White Lotus" tops television categories with six nods.
Music takes the spotlight February 1st when the 68th Annual Grammy Awards air on CBS and stream on Paramount+ at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT. Kendrick Lamar leads all nominees with nine nominations, continuing his dominance from previous years at the Recording Academy.
International Recognition and Final Ceremonies
The 79th British Academy Film Awards brings international perspective February 22nd, with Alan Cumming hosting the London ceremony. UK viewers can watch on BBC One and BBC iPlayer, while American audiences access coverage through BritBox USA with delayed streaming typically starting at 2 PM ET.
The newly renamed 32nd Annual Actor Awards (formerly SAG Awards) streams exclusively on Netflix March 1st at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT, representing a significant shift to streaming platforms for major industry recognition.
Conan O'Brien returns to host the 98th Academy Awards on March 15th, closing out the season with Hollywood's biggest night. ABC broadcasts the ceremony live at 7 PM ET/4 PM PT, with Hulu providing streaming access. Final Oscar nominations will be revealed January 22nd through official Academy channels.
Based on early momentum from "Sinners" and "One Battle After Another" across multiple ceremonies, these two productions appear positioned to dominate the season's biggest prizes.