The Golden Globe Nominees 2025 have been announced, and this year’s lineup brings an exciting mix of celebrated favorites and surprising newcomers. Here are the key takeaways from the nominations:
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Films Leading the Pack: ‘Emilia Pérez’ Steals the Spotlight
Jacques Audiard’s Emilia Pérez, a Netflix-acquired drug cartel musical, dominated the film categories with 10 nominations. The film is recognized in categories such as Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actress (with nods for both Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez). Its original song “El Mal” is also vying for a trophy, showcasing its widespread acclaim.
Following closely, Brady Corbet’s The Brutalist received 7 nominations, including Best Motion Picture – Drama, and acting nods for Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, and Guy Pearce. Another strong contender is Conclave, with 6 nods, including a Best Actor nomination for Ralph Fiennes.
Other Top Films:
- Wicked continues its reign with multiple nominations, including a Best Actress nod for Cynthia Erivo.
- The Substance, Coralie Fargeat’s thriller, surprised many with nominations for Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley.
- Anora and A Real Pain also earned spots in the coveted Best Motion Picture categories.
TV Series: ‘The Bear’ Takes the Lead
On the television front, FX/Hulu’s The Bear received 5 nominations, including Best TV Series – Musical or Comedy. Cast members Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Liza Colón-Zayas were all individually recognized for their performances.
Only Murders in the Building and Shōgun followed with 4 nominations each, proving their staying power among fans and critics alike. Netflix’s Nobody Wants This, a new rom-com, made waves as a surprise contender.
Double Nods for Acting Powerhouses
- Sebastian Stan: Nominated in both film categories—Drama (The Apprentice) and Musical or Comedy (A Different Man).
- Kate Winslet: Honored for her work in the film Lee and the HBO limited series The Regime.
- Selena Gomez: Recognized for Emilia Pérez and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building.
New Categories and Milestones
This year marks the second year for two new categories:
- Achievement in Stand-Up Comedy: Featuring nominees like Jamie Foxx, Ali Wong, and Adam Sandler.
- Global Box Office Achievement: Celebrating blockbusters such as Wicked, Gladiator II, and Deadpool & Wolverine.
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Full List of Best Picture Nominees
Drama:
- The Brutalist
- A Complete Unknown
- Conclave
- Dune: Part Two
- Nickel Boys
- September 5
Musical or Comedy:
- Anora
- Challengers
- Emilia Pérez
- A Real Pain
- The Substance
- Wicked
Animated:
- Flow
- Inside Out 2
- Moana 2
- Memoir of a Snail
- Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
- The Wild Robot
Biggest Surprises
- The inclusion of Squid Game Season 2 in the Best Drama Series category—despite its release later this month—has sparked intrigue.
- The Substance emerged as a strong contender, catching many off guard with four nominations.
