Oppenheimer arose as the defending champ at the 2024 Critics Choice Awards, getting a stunning eight successes, including Best Picture, Best Director for Christopher Nolan, and Best Supporting Actor for Robert Downey Jr. Following intently, Barbie guaranteed six triumphs, securing respect, for example, Best Comedy and Best Song (“I’m Just Ken”). Emma Stone won Best Actress for “Poor Things” and Paul Giamatti won Best Actor for “The Holdovers” at the awards show, which was hosted by Chelsea Handler.
Film Highlights
Best Picture and Director
Oppenheimer dominated the film categories, showcasing Christopher Nolan’s directorial prowess and the movie’s cinematic excellence. The film’s triumph in multiple categories underscored its impact on both critics and audiences.
Best Actor and Actress
Paul Giamatti’s convincing presentation in The Holdovers acquired him the Best Actor honor, while Emma Stone’s champion job in Poor Things got her triumph as Best Actress. The two entertainers carried profundity and subtlety to their separate jobs, having an enduring impact on the pundits.
Supporting Cast Greatness
Robert Downey Jr’s. heavenly depiction in Oppenheimer as a supporting entertainer procured him acknowledgment, adding one more plume to the film’s cap. Da’Vine Joy Randolph won the award for Best Supporting Actress for her powerful performance in The Holdovers.
Television Triumphs
The television segment brought its own set of victories, with notable winners including The Bear, Succession, and Beef. Each of these series secured multiple acting awards and won in their respective categories – Best Comedy Series, Drama Series, and Limited Series.
Special Honors
Harrison Ford received the Career Achievement Award, acknowledging his remarkable contributions to the entertainment industry. America Ferrera was honored with the SeeHer Award, recognizing her impactful representation and advocacy for gender equality in the media.
Full List of Winners:
Film:
- Best Picture: Oppenheimer
- Best Actor: Paul Giamatti — The Holdovers
- Best Actress: Emma Stone — Poor Things
- Best Supporting Actor: Robert Downey Jr. — Oppenheimer
- Best Supporting Actress: Da’Vine Joy Randolph — The Holdovers
- Best Young Actor/Actress: Dominic Sessa — The Holdovers
- Best Acting Ensemble: Oppenheimer
- Best Director: Christopher Nolan — Oppenheimer
- Best Original Screenplay: Barbie — Greta Gerwig, Noah Baumbach
- Best Adapted Screenplay: American Fiction — Cord Jefferson
- Best Cinematography: Hoyte van Hoytema – Oppenheimer
- Best Production Design: Sarah Greenwood, Katie Spencer – Barbie
- Best Editing: Jennifer Lame – Oppenheimer
- Best Costume Design: Jacqueline Durran – Barbie
- Best Hair and Makeup: Barbie
- Best Visual Effects: Oppenheimer
- Best Comedy: Barbie
- Best Animated Feature: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
- Best Foreign Language Film: Anatomy of a Fall
- Best Original Song: “I’m Just Ken” – Barbie
- Best Score: Ludwig Göransson – Oppenheimer
Television:
- Best Drama Series: Succession (HBO | Max)
- Best Actor in a Drama Series: Kieran Culkin – Succession (HBO | Max)
- Best Actress in a Drama Series: Sarah Snook – Succession (HBO | Max)
- Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Billy Crudup – The Morning Show (Apple TV+)
- Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Elizabeth Debicki – The Crown (Netflix)
- Best Comedy Series: The Bear (FX)
- Best Actor in a Comedy Series: Jeremy Allen White – The Bear (FX)
- Best Actress in a Comedy Series: Ayo Edebiri – The Bear (FX)
- Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series: Ebon Moss-Bachrach – The Bear (FX)
- Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series: Meryl Streep – Only Murders in the Building (Hulu)
- Best Limited Series: Beef (Netflix)
- Best Movie Made for Television: Quiz Lady (Hulu)
- Best Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television: Steven Yeun – Beef (Netflix)
- Best Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television: Ali Wong – Beef (Netflix)
- Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television: Jonathan Bailey – Fellow Travelers (Showtime)
- Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television: Maria Bello – Beef (Netflix)
- Best Foreign Language Series: Lupin (Netflix)
- Best Animated Series: Scott Pilgrim Takes Off (Netflix)
- Best Talk Show: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO | Max)
- Best Comedy Special: John Mulaney: Baby J (Netflix)
The Critics Choice Awards 2024 was a celebration of outstanding performances and exceptional storytelling across film and television. Oppenheimer and Barbie led the pack, showcasing the diversity and richness of the entertainment landscape. As the industry continues to evolve, these awards serve as a testament to the talent and creativity that captivates audiences and critics alike.
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