The 83rd annual awards ceremony marks a milestone with the introduction of a podcast category, as Nikki Glaser readies to host Hollywood’s prominent event in January.
Golden Globes Expands with Podcast Category
The 83rd Golden Globes is set to make history by including a podcast category for the first time. This addition highlights the growing significance of podcasts in the entertainment industry, alongside traditional film and television categories.
The 2026 Golden Globes nominations will be announced on Monday morning, introducing this new category as part of Hollywood’s celebration of the year’s top achievements in film and television.
Broadcast Details
The nominations will be revealed on Monday, December 8, at 8:15 a.m. ET. Viewers can watch the live announcement on CBS News’ YouTube and TikTok channels. CBS Mornings will exclusively present 11 categories during their show.
Actors Marlon Wayans and Skye P. Marshall will announce the nominees, setting the stage for an exciting awards season.
Introduction of Podcast Category
The Golden Globes will now honor podcasts with a separate category, acknowledging the medium’s cultural and entertainment impact. Potential nominees include popular podcasts like “Call Her Daddy,” “Good Hang with Amy Poehler,” “SmartLess,” “The Joe Rogan Experience,” “This Past Weekend with Theo Von,” and NPR’s “Up First.”
Film Category Predictions
While official nominations are still under wraps, industry experts have speculated potential contenders for various categories. In the best picture drama category, “Frankenstein,” “Hamnet,” and “Sinners” are anticipated frontrunners due to their compelling narratives and performances.
The comedy and musical category is expected to be competitive, with films like “Jay Kelly,” starring Adam Sandler and George Clooney, “One Battle After Another,” “Wicked: For Good,” and “Marty Supreme” drawing attention.
Animated Feature Highlights
The animated feature category promises a strong lineup, with “KPop Demon Hunters” leading predictions, along with Disney’s “Zootopia 2” and Pixar’s “Elio.”
Television Series Contenders
In television, anticipated comedy series nominees include “The Studio,” the second season of “Wednesday,” “Nobody Wants This,” and “Abbott Elementary.” These shows have captivated audiences with their unique storytelling.
For drama series, predictions favor “The Pitt,” the final season of “Stranger Things,” and the “Star Wars” series “Andor.”
Limited Series Anticipations
The limited series category is expected to be particularly competitive, with potential nominations for “Adolescence,” “All Her Fault,” “Sirens,” and “Monster: The Ed Gein Story.”
Review of 2025 Winners
Earlier this year, the Golden Globes saw “Emilia Pérez,” “The Brutalist,” and “Shōgun” as major winners. “The Brutalist” by Brady Corbet won best motion picture drama, while Jacques Audiard’s “Emilia Pérez” secured the best motion picture in the musical or comedy category.
In television, “Shōgun” dominated the drama series category, “Hacks” took home the comedy series award, and “Baby Reindeer” won for best limited series.
Golden Week Celebrations
The awards ceremony will be held on Sunday, January 11, at 8 p.m. ET, with comedian Nikki Glaser as host. The event kicks off Golden Week, a series of celebratory activities leading up to the main event.
Golden Eve, airing Thursday, January 8, on CBS and streaming on Paramount+, will honor Sarah Jessica Parker with the 2026 Carol Burnett Award and Helen Mirren with the 2026 Cecil B. DeMille Award.
Anticipation Builds for Hollywood’s Party
The Golden Globes, known as Hollywood’s Party of the Year, combines prestigious awards with a festive atmosphere. The event traditionally marks the start of awards season, setting the tone for the Academy Awards and other major honors.
As the announcement approaches, there is growing excitement about which performances and productions will be recognized, with the podcast category adding a new dimension to this year’s ceremony.
