Critics’ Choice Awards 2025
- Jan 12, 2025, California, USA
The Critics’ Choice Awards were first held in 1996, celebrating the finest achievements in filmmaking over the past 12 months.
However, the prestigious award show introduced TV categories in 2011 to shine a spotlight on the best shows, actors, and actresses on the small screen.
As the nominees for the 30th Critics’ Choice Awards have been announced, you might be eager to learn more about the upcoming ceremony.
If so, here’s everything you need to know about the Critics’ Choice Awards 2025, including its date, time, location, host, award categories, and more.
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When Are the Critics’ Choice Awards 2025?
The 30th Critics’ Choice Awards are scheduled to take place on January 12, 2025. The awards will be presented to the proud winners at the Barker Hanger at Santa Monica Airport, Santa Monica, California, USA.
Who Will Host the Ceremony?
Stand-up comedian Chelsea Handler will host the 30th Critics’ Choice Awards in January 2025. It is her third consecutive year hosting the prestigious event, and she’s sure to serve up plenty of comedy between the award categories.
What Are the Film Award Categories?
The Critics’ Choice Awards features 21 film categories to highlight the finest films, performances, and skills in modern filmmaking.
The award categories are:
- Best Picture
- Best Director
- Best Actor
- Best Actress
- Best Supporting Actor
- Best Supporting Actress
- Best Young Actor/Actress
- Best Acting Ensemble
- Best Original Screenplay
- Best Adapted Screenplay
- Best Cinematography
- Best Editing
- Best Costume Design
- Best Production Design
- Best Score
- Best Song
- Best Hair and Make-Up
- Best Visual Effects
- Best Comedy
- Best Animated Feature
- Best Foreign Language Film
What Are the TV Award Categories?
The Critics Choice Awards 2025 has 20 award categories to celebrate TV shows and performances in various genres.
The award categories are:
- Best Drama Series
- Best Actor in a Drama Series
- Best Actress in a Drama Series
- Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
- Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series
- Best Comedy Series
- Best Actor in a Comedy Series
- Best Actress in a Comedy Series
- Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series
- Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
- Best Limited Series
- Best Movie Made for Television
- Best Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television
- Best Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television
- Best Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television
- Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie Made for Television
- Best Animated Series
- Best Foreign Language Series
- Best Talk Show
- Best Comedy Special
What Movies and TV Shows Received the Most Nominations?
Wicked and Conclave have dominated the 30th Critics’ Choice Awards film categories, receiving 11 nominations each. Emilia Perez and Dune: Part Two are close behind with ten nominations each.
Shōgun leads the pack in the TV field, as it has received six nominations in various categories. Plus, Hacks, Abbott Elementary, What We Do in the Shadows, The Penguin, and Disclaimer have received four nominations each.
Were There Any Surprises?
Many movie fans are surprised that Hugh Grant has received a Best Actor nomination for his role in Heretic. Few actors often receive a nod for horror movies, and it’s a testament to the English actor’s impressive performance.
Also, it was a shock that Anne Rice’s Interview with a Vampire earned four nominations, as the second season struggled with ratings.
Where Can I Watch the Critics’ Choice Awards 2025?
You can watch the Critics’ Choice Awards 2025 on E! from 7 pm ET on Sunday, January 12, 2025. If you miss it, you can stream the awards show on Peacock the next day.
