The 2026 Golden Globes nominations have been announced! Often referred to as “Hollywood’s Party of the Year,” the Golden Globes is one of the largest awards shows in the world, celebrating the best in both film and television.
The Awards ceremony will air live on Sunday, January 11, 2025. Below is the list of nominations for the 83rd Annual Golden Globes featuring productions shot in B.C., involving B.C. studios, or starring B.C. actors:
Best cinematic and box office achievement, Best original song (Dream As One)
AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH (20th Century Studios)
Image from 20th Century Studios’ AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH. ©2025 20th Century Studios. All Rights Reserved.
The much anticipated second sequel to AVATAR, FIRE AND ASH follows Jake and Neytiri’s family grappling with grief as the conflict on Pandora escalates and a new moral focus emerges. Industrial Light & Magic‘s talented Vancouver team helped bring the world of AVATAR: FIRE AND ASH to life. With an epic runtime of 197 minutes, the third installment in the series is bigger than ever, delving even deeper into the expansive world of Pandora and the gorgeous, immersive visuals. FIRE AND ASH promises a sweeping adventure, crafted with care and intention.
Best cinematic and box office achievement, Best original song (Golden)
KPOP DEMON HUNTERS (Netflix) *WINNER
Image from Netflix’s KPOP DEMON HUNTERS. ©2025 Netflix. All Rights Reserved.
Netflix’s KPOP DEMON HUNTERS is a true global cultural moment, having amassed more than 236 million views worldwide on Netflix and becoming the platform’s most watched film ever. At the heart of this achievement is the animation, led by Sony Pictures Imageworks at its Vancouver and Montreal studios. Under the guidance of animation head Josh Beveridge, the team developed a distinctive visual language that combined the energy of K-dramas and music videos with the fluidity of anime-inspired design. From the way light and color mimic a live concert to the attention given to authentic Korean expressions and gestures, Imageworks brought a level of care and artistry that grounded the film’s fantastical story in cultural detail.
Best performance by a male actor (drama)
Dwayne Johnson (THE SMASHING MACHINE)
Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt in A24’s THE SMASHING MACHINE. ©A24. All Rights Reserved.
Directed by Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne Johnson, THE SMASHING MACHINE is the story of legendary mixed-martial arts and UFC champion Mark Kerr. The film was partially shot in various Vancouver locations in 2024, including the Lions MMA gym, Rogers Arena (transformed into the Tokyo Dome entrance), and Pacific Coliseum, which stands in for a Pride Fighting Championship ring. Hundreds of local background actors can be spotted attending the Championship scenes.
Best television limited series
BLACK MIRROR (Netflix)
Chris O’Dowd and Rashida Jones in Netflix’s Black Mirror episode “Common People”. © Netflix. All Rights Reserved.
The first episode of BLACK MIRROR’s 7th season, “Common People” was filmed in Vancouver and Surrey, B.C. The episode follows a medical emergency that leaves schoolteacher Amanda fighting for her life. Her desperate husband signs her up for Rivermind, a high-tech system that will keep her alive, but at a high cost. Queen Elizabeth Elementary School served as the school where Amanda teaches, while North Vancouver’s Allied Shipyards stand in for Mike’s construction site workplace. Surrey’s Shannon Hall, Surrey Civic Plaza, and other local spots feature in the episode as well.
Best performance by a male actor (musical or comedy)
Seth Rogen (THE STUDIO) *WINNER
Chase Sui Wonders, Ike Barinholtz, Bryan Cranston, Seth Rogen, and Catherine O’Hara in Apple’s THE STUDIO. ©Apple. All Rights Reserved.
Vancouver-born actor/comedian/filmmaker Seth Rogen was nominated for his leading role on THE STUDIO, following a legacy Hollywood movie studio striving to survive in a world where it is increasingly difficult for art and business to live together. Seth Rogen has a strong connection to his hometown, which has been featured prominently in his work, and is one of the city’s most renowned actors.
Best performance by a female actor (drama)
Bella Ramsey (THE LAST OF US)
The Jackson, Wyoming set in HBO’s THE LAST OF US season 2. ©HBO. All rights reserved.
Bella Ramsey received a nomination as well for her role on the B.C.-filmed second season of THE LAST OF US. The season was extensively filmed in B.C., using locations like Nanaimo, Kamloops, Vancouver, Britannia Beach, and more, transforming these areas into a post-apocalyptic Seattle and other settings. The town of Jackson, one of the season’s primary locations, was custom built in Minaty Bay and features a massive set, the equivalent of two full city blocks with cross streets and 45 buildings.
Stay tuned for the official awards announcement on January 11, 2026.
