Critics Choice Awards 2026: ‘Sinners’ Leads with 17 Nominations
The upcoming Critics Choice Awards have announced their nominations, with the film “Sinners” starring Michael B. Jordan in dual roles as twins Smoke and Stack, leading with 17 nominations.
Film Nominations
“Sinners” has emerged as a favorite, with Michael B. Jordan receiving a nomination for Best Actor. The film’s success is further highlighted by its $367 million global box office earnings. Other notable films include “One Battle After Another” with 14 nominations, “Hamnet,” and “Frankenstein,” both securing 11 nods. Leonardo DiCaprio stars in “One Battle After Another,” which grossed $202 million worldwide.
Television Nominations
Netflix’s limited series “Adolescence” leads the TV category with six nominations. Other prominent series include “Nobody Wants This” with five nods, featuring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody. The Critics Choice Association, consisting of over 500 critics and entertainment journalists, also recognized series like “All Her Fault,” “Death by Lightning,” “Ghosts,” “Hacks,” “Severance,” “The Diplomat,” and “The Pitt,” each receiving four nominations.
Surprises and Snubs
The nominations brought surprises and omissions, notably Cynthia Erivo’s exclusion from the Best Actress category for “Wicked: For Good,” despite her co-star Ariana Grande being nominated for Best Supporting Actress. Additionally, Netflix’s “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” did not receive any nominations, and “Avatar: Fire and Ash” was only recognized in the visual effects category.
Award Ceremony Details
The 31st annual Critics Choice Awards will be broadcast live on E! and USA Network on January 4, 2026, with Chelsea Handler hosting the event at Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California.
Complete Nomination Lists
The article provides detailed lists of nominations in various categories for both film and television, highlighting the competitive landscape of this year’s awards.
