Key Takeaways
- The 2026 Golden Globe Awards will air live on CBS on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET.
- Nikki Glaser will host the event for the second year in a row.
- The ceremony will introduce a new category: Digital Audio (aka podcasts).
- One Battle After Another leads in film nominations with nine, while The White Lotus tops TV nominees with six.
- Presenters include Amanda Seyfried, Chris Pine, Joe Keery, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Heated Rivalry stars Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams.
Introduction to the 2026 Golden Globe Awards
The 2026 Golden Globe Awards are just around the corner, and this year’s ceremony promises to be an exciting event. The awards show will kick off the long-awaited awards season on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. Prior to the awards show, a special event called Golden Eve will air on Thursday, Jan. 8, honoring Helen Mirren with the Cecil B. DeMille Award and Sarah Jessica Parker with the Carol Burnett Award. The 2026 Golden Globes will air live on CBS at 8 p.m. ET and will also be available to stream on Paramount+ Premium.
How to Watch the 2026 Golden Globes
For those looking to watch the 2026 Golden Globes, there are several options available. The ceremony will air live on CBS, and viewers can also stream it on Paramount+ Premium. Those who do not have live TV can consider signing up for a free trial of Paramount+ to watch the ceremony for free. Additionally, Golden Eve will air on CBS on Thursday, Jan. 8, at 8 p.m. ET, and will also be available to stream on Paramount+. It’s worth noting that subscribers to the ad-supported Paramount+ Essential plan won’t be able to watch the ceremony live, but can stream it on demand the following day.
Host and Presenters of the 2026 Golden Globes
Comedian Nikki Glaser will return to host the Golden Globes for the second year in a row. The full list of presenters includes a star-studded lineup, featuring Amanda Seyfried, Ana de Armas, Ayo Edebiri, Charli xcx, Chris Pine, Colman Domingo, Connor Storrie, Dakota Fanning, Dave Franco, Diane Lane, George Clooney, Hailee Steinfeld, Hudson Williams, Jason Bateman, Jennifer Garner, Joe Keery, Judd Apatow, Julia Roberts, Justin Hartley, Kathryn Hahn, Keegan-Michael Key, Kevin Bacon, Kevin Hart, Kyra Sedgwick, Lalisa Manobal, Luke Grimes, Macaulay Culkin, Marlon Wayans, Melissa McCarthy, Mila Kunis, Miley Cyrus, Minnie Driver, Orlando Bloom, Pamela Anderson, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Queen Latifah, Regina Hall, Sean Hayes, Snoop Dogg, Wanda Sykes, Will Arnett, and Zoë Kravitz.
2026 Golden Globes Nominees
One Battle After Another leads in film nominations with a total of nine, while The White Lotus tops TV nominees with six. The ceremony will introduce a new category: Digital Audio (aka podcasts), with nominees including Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard and Good Hang with Amy Poehler. Other nominees include Jennifer Lawrence, Renate Reinsve, Julia Roberts, Joel Edgerton, Oscar Isaac, Dwayne Johnson, Michael B. Jordan, Wagner Moura, and Jeremy Allen White.
Film and TV Categories
The 2026 Golden Globes will feature a range of film and TV categories, including Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Performance by a Female Actor – Motion Picture, Drama, and Best Performance by a Male Actor – Motion Picture, Drama. The TV categories will include Best Television Series – Drama, Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, and Best Limited Series, Anthology Series or Motion Picture Made for Television.
Conclusion
The 2026 Golden Globe Awards promise to be an exciting event, with a star-studded lineup of presenters and nominees. With the introduction of a new category for Digital Audio (aka podcasts), this year’s ceremony is sure to be a memorable one. Whether you’re watching live on CBS or streaming on Paramount+, the 2026 Golden Globes are not to be missed. With its talented host, Nikki Glaser, and exciting lineup of nominees, this year’s awards show is sure to be a highlight of the awards season.
