The 30th Critics Choice Awards saw major wins for Anora (Best Picture), Wicked, Emilia Pérez, and The Substance. Adrien Brody and Demi Moore took top acting honors, while Shōgun dominated TV. With surprises and dominant performances, the results set the stage for the Oscars race.
The 30th Critics Choice Awards delivered a night full of surprises and dominant performances. While Wicked, Emilia Pérez, and The Substance each secured three wins, the coveted Best Picture award went to Anora, defying expectations.
Among the major winners, Wicked took home accolades for Best Director (Jon M. Chu), Best Costume Design, and Best Production Design. Meanwhile, Emilia Pérez shined in the acting categories, with Zoe Saldaña claiming Best Supporting Actress, adding momentum to her Oscars campaign. The film also won Best Foreign Language Film and Best Song for El Mal.
Adrien Brody's performance in The Brutalist earned him Best Actor, while Demi Moore won Best Actress for The Substance. Kieran Culkin was named Best Supporting Actor for A Real Pain, which also secured Best Comedy, sharing the honor with Deadpool & Wolverine.
On the television side, Shōgun led with four wins, including Best Drama Series and Best Actor (Hiroyuki Sanada). HBO’s Hacks and Netflix’s Baby Reindeer also had strong showings, with Baby Reindeer winning Best Limited Series.
With Anora securing Best Picture, all eyes are on the upcoming Oscars to see if this unexpected victory will translate into Academy Award success.
