Hollywood is descending upon the Beverly Hilton once again, as the 83rd Golden Globe Awards nominations set the stage for a night of high stakes and A-list glamour. With the ceremony taking place tomorrow, January 11, anticipation is at a fever pitch for what promises to be a historic evening. Leading the charge in a surprising show of force is Paul Thomas Anderson’s action-packed odyssey One Battle After Another, which has secured a staggering nine nominations, dominating the film conversation. On the television side, Mike White’s The White Lotus continues its reign, earning six nods for its lush, chaotic third season set in Thailand.
Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’ Dominates Film Categories
In a year rich with cinematic experimentation, Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another has emerged as the definitive heavyweight. The film, a high-octane modern adaptation loosely inspired by Thomas Pynchon’s Vineland, marks a departure for the auteur, blending his signature character depth with blockbuster-scale action. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, and Regina Hall, the film’s nine nominations include Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy and Best Director. Critics have praised the film as a ‘masterpiece of controlled chaos,’ noting how it balances political satire with adrenaline-fueled set pieces.
However, the night is far from a lock. Hot on its heels is Ryan Coogler’s genre-bending vampire thriller Sinners, which has captured seven nominations. The Michael B. Jordan vehicle has been the dark horse of the awards season, praised for its atmospheric tension and innovative take on period horror. The showdown between Anderson’s expansive satire and Coogler’s tight, supernatural drama is expected to be the defining narrative of the Golden Globes 2026 winners circle.
‘The White Lotus’ Season 3 Reigns Supreme in TV
Over on the small screen, the The White Lotus season 3 awards campaign is in full bloom. After taking viewers to Hawaii and Sicily, the third installment’s shift to the humid, spiritual backdrop of Thailand has clearly resonated with the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. Earning six nominations, the season is the frontrunner for Best Television Limited Series. The ensemble cast, featuring standouts like Carrie Coon, Parker Posey, and Walton Goggins, delivered some of the year’s most meme-worthy and dramatic performances, exploring themes of death and spirituality with the show’s trademark biting wit.
Streaming Contenders Making Waves
While HBO remains a titan, Golden Globes 2026 streaming giants like Netflix and Apple TV+ are not sitting on the sidelines. The streaming landscape has grown even more competitive, with several direct-to-streaming films challenging traditional studio releases in major categories. This year’s nominations reflect a fully integrated industry where the line between theatrical prestige and streaming convenience has all but vanished.
Nikki Glaser Returns to the Stage
Returning for her second consecutive year, Nikki Glaser is back as the Golden Globes host, looking to recapture the magic of her acclaimed 2025 performance. Glaser, whose ‘Ozempic’s biggest night’ monologue last year went viral for its fearless yet good-natured ribbing of the industry, has promised another no-holds-barred evening. Her return signals a vote of confidence from the organizers, who are banking on her sharp comedic voice to keep the ceremony moving and the ratings high. Viewers can expect a monologue that addresses the elephant in the room—the year’s biggest flops and scandals—with her signature acerbic charm.
How to Watch the 2026 Golden Globes
For those tuning in from home, the 83rd Golden Globe Awards nominations ceremony will be broadcast live on CBS starting at 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT. Cord-cutters have plenty of options as well, with the event streaming live on Paramount+ for premium subscribers. As the stars walk the red carpet and the envelopes are opened, all eyes will be on whether One Battle After Another can convert its massive nomination count into gold, or if an underdog will spoil the party.
