Golden Globe Awards 2025: The Big Countdown
The long‑awaited awards season has kicked off, and the buzz is louder than a jazz sax solo at a Saturday night club. On Wednesday, February 3, the 78th annual Golden Globe nominees were revealed — but not at the usual springtime party. The announcement came a solid two months late, a tweak that sparked a mild frenzy among celeb‑happening fans.
Virtual Nomination Bash
- Hosts: Sarah Jessica Parker and Taraji P. Henson shared the virtual stage, sprinkling stardust (and jokes) over a dreamy 8:30 a.m. ET kickoff.
- Virtual vibes were especially fun, as the pair threaded the conversation through a cocktail of wit, charm, and a dash of behind‑the‑scenes snickering.
- For the first time in tonight’s history, the ceremony took on a coast‑splitting feel ‑ talk about brilliance.
When the Stars Light Up the Real Stage
- Telecast date: Sunday, February 28 on NBC.
- Live hosts: Tina Fey (50) and Amy Poehler (49) will moonlight on the coasts, a decision that balances laughter with logistics in a pandemic‑era world.
- Fey will be in the heart of Manhattan, perched at the Rainbow Room atop Rockefeller Center, while Poehler will be unplugged in California, easing into the iconic Beverly Hilton.
- This duo has co‑captained the show before — memorable years were 2013, 2014, and 2015.
- By the time the live show hits the airwaves, the spread of hope (and sedated sneeze‑brushes) is closer than ever.
Who Might Take Home the Gold?
- Best Picture contenders:
– “The Green Carpet” (a sweeping, tear‑jerking feature)
– “High on the Hilltop” (battle‑roasted indie drama) - Best Actor nominations:
– Nolan Finch as a dashing villain in “Lead Dust”
– Richard Siber as a seasoned hero in “Acoustic Light” - Best Actress nominees:
– Dasha Cruz for her masterpiece performance in “Still Life”
– Hannah Rabe for the frantic hero in “Shadows Bite” - Best Director titles:
– Mae Carlisle boasts the dreamlike vision of “quae ire”
– Jonah Bruce with the avant‑garde approach in “Beat to Back”
Imagine the drama: the countdown, the tinsel, the last‑minute punchlines, the tippy toes of the audience as they pace nodding home from the likelihood of seeing a star clutch a trophy. All part of the same delightfully electric experience.
Ready to Catch the Award Shower?
Keep your eyes peeled and your popcorn ready – the night of February 28 promises bounces of heart‑thumping glamour, inside jokes, and the kind of applause that feels like a mini thunderclap. Let’s see who will take the grand podium and claim that shiny, glittering crystal trophy.
Netflix’s February Frenzy: Fresh Shows & Awesomely Departing Series
Netflix keeps the summer slate on fire – even if it’s winter. Here’s the scoop on what’s popping up, what’s fading, and a quick rundown of the most talked‑about nominees and winners in the streaming world.
New Series That Just Hit the Stream
- Emily in Paris – The bubbly, fashion‑forward drama that makes you laugh, snort, and wonder if your own wardrobe could pass the Parisian test.
- The Flight Attendant – When a mid‑night flight mishap leaves a shortage of mystery, it’s time to turn on the detective vibes.
- The Great – Russian drama meets satire; the original ruling on the run, it’s a chaotic, comedic ride.
- Schitt’s Creek – It’s back, and it’s y’all-jokes‑plus‑qadri‑whispers of true kindness.
- Ted Lasso – The newest irreverent sporty cheerleader with a heart of gold.
Series Already Set to Breathe a Final Breath
- The Crown – The majestic monarch drama is FYI, the golden crown is closing its empire. (Yes we’ll miss the royal breakfasts.)
- Lovecraft Country – Awesomesauce horror and social commentary are dispatched with a flourish.
- The Mandalorian – The galactic saga’s final chapter drops the spatula, and all we’re left with is a happy slime.
- Other amazing dramas like Ozark, Ratched, whose final episode will stick in your head like a pop‑song someday.
Lights, Camera, Award‑Show Action
Television – Drama
- Winner: Jason Bateman (Ozark) – The man who turned “laugh” into “laughate” (and “kids can you bring me a…?”).
- Nominees: Josh O’Connor (The Crown), Bob Odenkirk (Better Call Saul), Al Pacino (Hunters), Matthew Rhys (Perry Mason).
Television – Comedy
- Winner: Emily in Paris – Because what’s better than the French catwalk of 2021?
- Nominees: The Flight Attendant, The Great, Schitt’s Creek, Ted Lasso.
Performance by an Actress – Limited/Anthology Series
- Winner: Cate Blanchett (Mrs. America) – She turned the monologue into a new legend.
- Nominees: Daisy Edgar‑Jones (Normal People), Shira Haas (Unorthodox), Nicole Kidman (The Undoing), Anya Taylor‑Joy (The Queen’s Gambit).
Best Director – Feature Film
- Winner: Emerald Fennell (Promising Young Woman) – Lightning-fast rewrite of empowered narratives.
- Nominees: David Fincher (Mank), Regina King (One Night in Miami), Aaron Sorkin (The Trial of the Chicago 7), Chloé Zhao (Nomadland).
Best Actress – Motion Picture
- Winner: Maria Bakalova (Borat Subsequent Moviefilm) – That apocalypse who made me laugh, cried, and a little confused.
- Nominees: Kate Hudson (Music), Michelle Pfeiffer (French Exit), Rosamund Pike (I Care a Lot), Anya Taylor‑Joy (Emma).
Best Actor – Motion Picture
- Winner: Riz Ahmed (Sound of Metal) – The soundtrack‑inspired plot beats a very confident drum.
- Nominees: Chadwick Boseman (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom), Anthony Hopkins (The Father), Gary Oldman (Mank), Tahar Rahim (The Mauritanian).
What to Keep Watching (and Why You’ll Love It)
- The Crown – Explore the saga of queenly life and injustices; the drama’s vibes hit from 9‑0.
- Lovecraft Country – For the genre‑mix lovers: creepy tales tail intertwined with social history.
- The Mandalorian – The power‑kinetic show for Space‑fans; you’re going to click “see more” again and again.
- Ozark – Violently emotional chase and morality. Clean up that psychological sauce.
- Ratched – A game changer for influence of care while keeping the drama moving each episode to your opportunity syndrome.
All set for your February binge? Grab your popcorn & let the streaming season be a pop‑pop lyric of talent and taste. Cheers!
2020 Golden Globe Nominations: A Quick Snapshot
It’s that time of year again—when Hollywood’s top talent gets the spotlight for one of the most talked‑about award shows. In 2020, the Golden Globes brought out the big‑name contenders, from sharp wit in comedies to bone‑shaking drama in feature films. Let’s dive into the nominees, the categories, and a few quick heads‑up highlights.
Best Performance by an Actor (TV & Visual Media)
- Brian Cranston – Your Honor
- Jeff Daniels – The Comey Rule
- Hugh Grant – The Undoing
- Ethan Hawke – The Good Lord Bird
- Mark Ruffalo – I Know This Much Is True
Best Performance by an Actor (Movies – Musical/Comedy)
- Sacha Baron Cohen – Borat Subsequent Moviefilm
- James Corden – The Prom
- Lin‑Manuel Miranda – Hamilton
- Dev Patel – The Personal History of David Copperfield
- Andy Samberg – Palm Springs
Best Performance by an Actress (Movies – Drama)
- Viola Davis – Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
- Andra Day – The United States vs. Billie Holiday
- Vanessa Kirby – Pieces of a Woman
- Frances McDormand – Nomadland
- Carey Mulligan – Promising Young Woman
Best Motion Picture (Drama)
- The Father
- Mank
- Nomadland
- Promising Young Woman
- Trial of the Chicago 7
Best Supporting Actor (Movies)
- Sacha Baron Cohen – Trial of the Chicago 7
- Daniel Kaluuya – Judas and the Black Messiah
- Jared Leto – The Little Things
- Bill Murray – On the Rocks
- Leslie Odom Jr. – One Night in Miami
Best Original Score (Movies)
- Alexandre Desplat – The Midnight Sky
- Ludwig Göransson – Tenet
- James Newton Howard – News of the World
- Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross – Mank
- Trent Reznor & Jon Batiste – Soul
Best Actress (TV – Musical/Comedy)
- Lily Collins – Emily in Paris
- Kaley Cuoco – The Flight Attendant
- Elle Fanning – The Great
- Jane Levy – Zoe’s Extraordinary Playlist
- Catherine O’Hara – Schitt’s Creek
Best Limited Series / Anthology / TV Movies
- Normal People
- The Queen’s Gambit
- Small Axe
- The Undoing
- Unorthodox
Best Supporting Actor (TV)
- John Boyega – Small Axe
- Brendan Gleeson – The Comey Rule
- Daniel Levy – Schitt’s Creek
- Jim Parsons – Hollywood
- Donald Sutherland – The Undoing
Best Picture (Musical/Comedy)
- Borat Subsequent Moviefilm
- Hamilton
- Palm Springs
- The Prom
There you have it! From sizzling humor to heart‑wrenching drama, the 2020 scene had something for every film fan.
The 2020 Golden Globes: Who Made the Cut and Who Didn’t
Best Supporting Actress – Film
- Glenn Close – Hillbilly Elegy
- Olivia Colman – The Father
- Jodie Foster – The Mauritanian
- Amanda Seyfried – Mank
- Helena Zengel – News of the World
Best Picture – Foreign Language
- Another Round
- La Llorona
- The Life Ahead
- Minari
- Two of Us
Best Screenplay – Film
- Emerald Fennell – Promising Young Woman
- Jack Fincher – Mank
- Aaron Sorkin – The Trial of the Chicago 7
- Florian Zeller & Christopher Hampton – The Father
- Chloé Zhao – Nomadland
Best TV Actor – Musical/Comedy Series
- Don Cheadle – Black Monday
- Nicholas Hoult – The Great
- Eugene Levy – Schitt’s Creek
- Jason Sudeikis – Ted Lasso
- Ramy Youssef – Ramy
Best TV Supporting Actress
- Gillian Anderson – The Crown
- Helena Bonham Carter – The Crown
- Julia Garner – Ozark
- Annie Murphy – Schitt’s Creek
- Cynthia Nixon – Ratched
Best Original Song – Film
- “Fight for You” – Judas and the Black Messiah
- “Hear My Voice” – The Trial of the Chicago 7
- “Io sì (Seen)” – The Life Ahead
- “Speak Now” – One Night in Miami
- “Tigress & Tweed” – The United States vs. Billie Holiday
Best Animated Film
- The Croods: A New Age
- Onward
- Over the Moon
- Soul
- Wolfwalkers
Special Honors
- Cecil B. DeMille Award – Jane Fonda
- Carol Burnett Award – Norman Lear