2026 Golden Globe Nominations: The Year’s Biggest Snubs and Surprises
The 2026 Golden Globe nominations have been announced, and as expected, there were both shocking snubs and pleasant surprises. The nominations, announced by Marlon Wayans and Skye P. Marshall, highlighted outstanding work in film and television over the past year. While familiar names like Leonardo DiCaprio, Emma Stone, and Michael B. Jordan made the list, there were notable omissions that left fans and critics surprised.
Among the standout movies, “One Battle After Another” led with nine nominations, followed by “Sentimental Value” with eight and “Sinners” with seven. On the television front, “The White Lotus” received the most nods with six, followed by “Adolescence” with five. However, there were unexpected additions to the nominee list, alongside disappointments as well.
One of the most shocking snubs was the absence of Jennifer Lopez for her role in “Kiss of the Spider Woman” and Sydney Sweeney for “Christy.” Despite their acclaimed performances, they failed to secure nominations in their respective categories. Another surprising exclusion was Quinta Brunson from the cast of “Abbott Elementary,” despite the show’s nomination for Best Musical or Comedy Series.
On the flip side, there were some unexpected inclusions that caught the attention of viewers. Glen Powell’s nomination for Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy for his role in “Chad Powers” was a pleasant surprise. Additionally, Julia Roberts received recognition for her role in “After the Hunt” in the Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama category.
While some anticipated titles like “Wicked: For Good” received nominations for its leads Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the movie itself missed out on a Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy nomination. The same fate befell James Cameron’s “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” which failed to secure a nomination in the Best Motion Picture – Drama category.
Another unexpected twist was Natasha Lyonne’s nomination for her performance in “Poker Face,” despite her departure from the series. Conversely, veteran actress Meryl Streep was left out of the supporting actor nominations for “Only Murders in the Building,” despite the show’s overall recognition.
Some notable actors like Hugh Jackman and Taylor Sheridan also found themselves absent from the nominee list, along with popular series like “Stranger Things.” Even with its previous success at the Golden Globes, the show failed to secure any nominations for its final season this year.
Overall, the 2026 Golden Globe nominations have sparked discussions and debates within the entertainment industry. As fans eagerly await the awards ceremony on Sunday, January 11, it remains to be seen which stars will take home the prestigious accolades and who will be left disappointed by the final results.