The 2025 Golden Globe Awards celebrated cinematic and television excellence with standout wins for 'The Brutalist' and 'Emilia Pérez'. Adrien Brody and Fernanda Torres took home top acting honors, while 'Shogun' and 'Hacks' dominated the television categories. The event marked a successful return amid past controversies.
The 2025 Golden Globe Awards, hosted by Nikki Glaser, marked a triumphant return for the ceremony, celebrating the best in film and television. The event, aired live on CBS and Paramount+, saw a diverse range of winners, with 'The Brutalist' and 'Emilia Pérez' taking center stage. This year's awards highlighted both established and emerging talents, setting the tone for the awards season ahead.
The film 'The Brutalist' emerged as a major winner at the 2025 Golden Globes, securing the award for Best Motion Picture - Drama. Adrien Brody's performance in the film earned him the Best Actor in a Drama award, while Brady Corbet was recognized as Best Director for his work on the same film [1]. 'Emilia Pérez', on the other hand, dominated the musical or comedy categories, winning Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy and Best Non-English Language Picture. Zoe Saldaña's role in 'Emilia Pérez' earned her the Best Supporting Actress award, and the film's song 'El Mal' won Best Original Song [2]. These films' successes underscore their impact on the cinematic landscape and their potential influence on future productions.
In the television categories, 'Shogun' stood out by winning Best Television Series - Drama and garnering acting awards for Hiroyuki Sanada, Tadanobu Asano, and Anna Sawai. The show's success highlights its compelling storytelling and strong performances [3]. 'Hacks' was awarded Best Television Series - Musical or Comedy, with Jean Smart receiving the Best Actress award in the same category. The series continues to resonate with audiences and critics alike, showcasing its comedic brilliance and depth [4]. These wins reflect the evolving landscape of television, where diverse narratives and performances are celebrated.
The 2025 Golden Globes also recognized individual achievements across various categories. Fernanda Torres won Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama for her role in 'I'm Still Here', while Demi Moore took home her first Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy for 'The Substance' [1]. Sebastian Stan was awarded Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy for 'A Different Man'. In television, Jeremy Allen White won Best Actor in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy for 'The Bear', and Jodie Foster was recognized for her performance in 'True Detective: Night Country' [2]. These accolades underscore the diverse talent celebrated at the Golden Globes, reflecting the broad spectrum of storytelling in today's entertainment industry.
The 2025 Golden Globe Awards successfully highlighted the achievements of the past year in film and television, showcasing a range of talents and narratives. From the dramatic prowess of 'The Brutalist' and 'Emilia Pérez' to the compelling storytelling in 'Shogun' and 'Hacks', this year's winners reflect the dynamic and diverse nature of the entertainment industry. As the awards season continues, these winners set a high bar for excellence and innovation in storytelling.
"The Brutalist, which was up for seven awards, took home some of the biggest awards of the night." - NY Times
"Emilia Pérez had earned 10 nominations, the most of any movie, in categories ranging from acting, directing, writing and music." - CBS News