30th Critics’ Choice Awards Winners: ‘Anora’ Best Picture, ‘Shōgun’ and ‘Hacks’ TV Winners

The 30th Critics Choice Awards recently announced their picks for the best films and television shows of 2024, with Anora taking home the coveted title of Best Picture. This win was a significant one for Sean Baker’s film, as it was the only award it received that night. Anora had previously gone home empty-handed at the Golden Globes, making this win all the more special. In a surprise turn of events, Jon M. Chu snagged the Best Director award for Wicked, a win that caught many off guard. Despite not being nominated in the same category at other major awards shows, Chu’s win at the Critics Choice Awards definitely raised some eyebrows.

Another notable winner of the night was Adrien Brody, who won Best Actor for his role in The Brutalist. This win solidified his status as a strong contender in the Best Actor category for the upcoming award season. The Substance was another big winner, taking home awards for Best Actress, Best Hair and Makeup, and Best Original Screenplay. Fans of the film were thrilled to see it receive such well-deserved recognition.

Over in the TV categories, Shōgun and Hacks were among the night’s big winners. Shōgun walked away with awards for Best Drama Series and several acting prizes, while Hacks nabbed the title of Best Comedy Series. Kathy Bates surprised everyone by winning Best Actress in a Drama Series for Matlock, representing the only win for broadcast television that evening. The Critics Choice Awards also recognized talent in the limited series categories, with Baby Reindeer and The Penguin among the top winners.

It was a night filled with surprises and well-deserved victories, leaving fans eager to see how these winners will fare at upcoming award shows. As the industry gears up for the Oscars and other major ceremonies, the Critics Choice Awards served as a fitting preview of what’s to come in the world of entertainment. We can’t wait to see which films and TV shows will continue to shine as award season marches on!