2026 Golden Globes Winners: Netflix Sweeps Awards as Streaming Dominates Hollywood’s Biggest Night
LOS ANGELES — The 83rd Golden Globe Awards delivered a watershed moment for streaming services Sunday night, with Netflix leading a historic sweep that signals the entertainment industry’s dramatic shift away from traditional Hollywood studios.
Hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, the star-studded ceremony saw streaming platforms claim the majority of awards, with Netflix alone taking home seven trophies — the most of any distributor at the 2026 Golden Globes.
Netflix Dominates 2026 Golden Globes with Seven Wins
The streaming giant’s commanding performance at the Golden Globes comes at a crucial time, as Netflix prepares to close its blockbuster acquisition of Warner Bros. — potentially the largest media merger in Hollywood history. Wall Street analysts say the awards haul demonstrates Netflix’s ability to produce award-winning content that can compete with legacy studios.
“These wins send a clear message to investors that Netflix isn’t just buying Warner Bros. — they’re ready to lead Hollywood’s next chapter,” said entertainment analyst Michael Roberts of Wedbush Securities.
Apple TV+ and HBO Max each secured three Golden Globe awards, while Hulu grabbed one trophy. The results underscore how streaming platforms have eclipsed traditional broadcast and cable networks in Hollywood’s power structure.
‘Adolescence’ Sweeps TV Categories with Four Golden Globe Wins
British crime drama “Adolescence” emerged as the night’s biggest television winner, capturing four Golden Globes including Best Limited Series. The Netflix series, which follows a teenager arrested for killing a classmate, continued its awards season dominance after sweeping the Critics’ Choice Awards just one week earlier.
Stephen Graham won Best Actor in a Limited Series for his gripping portrayal of the boy’s father. In an emotional acceptance speech, Graham read from notes scribbled on his palm, thanking his castmates and dedicating the award to his late mother.
“This is for our entire cast and crew — every single person on this production owns a piece of this,” Graham said, his voice breaking. “Especially Christine Tremarco, who played my wife. You’re the most beautiful dance partner.”
The British actor created a viral moment when he spotted Queen Latifah in the audience mid-speech, pausing to bow and exclaim “Queen Latifah, wow!” before finishing with Bob Marley’s famous “One Love” message.
Owen Cooper won Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series for “Adolescence,” marking a breakout moment for the young Liverpool native. “Standing here at the Golden Globes doesn’t feel real whatsoever,” Cooper said, referencing his hometown soccer club Liverpool FC’s anthem “You’ll Never Walk Alone” in his closing remarks.
Erin Doherty completed the “Adolescence” sweep by winning Best Supporting Actress in a Television Series. The show previously won four Emmy Awards and four Critics’ Choice Awards, making it one of the most decorated limited series in recent memory.
Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘One Battle After Another’ Wins Top Film Honors
Director Paul Thomas Anderson’s period drama “One Battle After Another” dominated the film categories with four Golden Globe wins, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, Best Director, and Best Screenplay.
Accepting his screenplay award, Anderson delivered a characteristically humble speech: “Writers, we’re magpies. We steal all the bits and pieces that everybody says as best we can. So I share this with everybody I magpied off of.”
The film’s breakout star Teyana Taylor opened the night by winning Best Supporting Actress, delivering one of the ceremony’s most powerful speeches.
“To my brown sisters and little brown girls watching tonight: Our softness is not a liability. Our depth is not too much. Our light doesn’t need permission to shine,” Taylor said to thunderous applause. “We belong in every room we walk into. Our voices matter, and our dreams deserve space.”
Timothée Chalamet Wins Best Actor, Thanks Kylie Jenner
Timothée Chalamet took home Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for his performance in “Marty Supreme.” The 29-year-old actor publicly thanked his girlfriend Kylie Jenner during his acceptance speech.
“To my parents and my partner, I love you,” Chalamet said, cementing the high-profile couple’s relationship status.
Rose Byrne appeared genuinely shocked when announced as Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You.” She drew laughs by explaining her partner Bobby Cannavale’s absence — claiming he was at a reptile expo in New Jersey buying a bearded dragon. (Cannavale is actually starring in a Broadway show.)
Stellan Skarsgård won Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture for playing an aging director in “Sentimental Value.”
Streaming Wars Heat Up: Apple TV+, HBO and Hulu Score Wins
Apple TV+ celebrated a big night with three Golden Globe wins. “The Studio” won Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, with star Seth Rogen taking home Best Actor in the same category. Rhea Seehorn won Best Actress in a Television Drama for “Pluribus,” giving Apple another trophy.
HBO scored two awards for medical drama “The Pitt,” including Best Actor in a Television Drama for Noah Wyle, marking a career comeback for the former “ER” star.
Jean Smart continued her winning streak with Best Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for “Hacks,” her third consecutive Golden Globe for the HBO Max comedy.
Hulu’s only win came from Michelle Williams, who took home Best Actress in a Limited Series for “Dying For Sex.” Despite multiple nominations for hit shows like “Only Murders in the Building,” “The Bear,” “Paradise,” and “Chad Powers,” none converted to wins.
Disney+ went home empty-handed despite earning 15 nominations for titles including “Andor” and “Elio,” highlighting the intense competition among streaming platforms.
Netflix’s animated feature “KPop Demon Hunters” — the platform’s most-watched title — won two awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song.
Golden Globes Adds Podcast Category: Amy Poehler Takes Home First Trophy
In a sign of the times, the 2026 Golden Globes introduced its first-ever Best Podcast category. Comedy legend Amy Poehler won for “Good Hang with Amy Poehler,” beating out heavyweight competitors including Alex Cooper’s mega-hit “Call Her Daddy” and Dax Shepard’s “Armchair Expert.”
The new category reflects podcasting’s explosive growth in the entertainment landscape, with the medium now generating billions in ad revenue annually.
The ceremony also debuted the Best Cinematic and Box Office Achievement award, which went to vampire thriller “Sinners.”
Nikki Glaser Roasts Hollywood’s Elite in Return Performance
Comedian Nikki Glaser returned for her second year as Golden Globes host, delivering biting jokes that had A-listers squirming in their seats. She opened with a jab at Leonardo DiCaprio’s dating history, joking he’d accomplished so much “before his girlfriend turns 30.”
Glaser also described “One Battle After Another” star Sean Penn as “a sexy leather handbag,” drawing gasps and laughs from the Beverly Hilton ballroom.
Her performance earned praise from critics and viewers, with many calling it the best Golden Globes hosting job in years.
What the Golden Globes Results Mean for Hollywood
The 2026 Golden Globes results confirm what industry insiders have known for years: streaming platforms now control Hollywood’s creative output. With Netflix preparing to absorb Warner Bros.’ century-old film library and production infrastructure, these awards validate the streaming giant’s strategy of prioritizing quality content over quantity.
For traditional studios and broadcast networks, the message is clear — adapt or become obsolete. As cord-cutting accelerates and younger viewers consume entertainment primarily through streaming apps, the Golden Globes may have marked the official end of old Hollywood’s dominance.
The 2026 Academy Awards, scheduled for March, will test whether “Adolescence,” “One Battle After Another,” and other Golden Globe winners can maintain their momentum in the industry’s most prestigious competition.
About the Golden Globes: The Golden Globe Awards are presented annually by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) to recognize excellence in film and television. The ceremony is one of the most-watched awards shows in America, typically drawing over 20 million viewers.
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