Hollywood’s awards season commenced with significant momentum as the Hollywood Foreign Press Association unveiled the complete roster of nominees for the 2025 Golden Globe Awards on Monday. The announcement sets the stage for the prestigious ceremony scheduled for January 11th, serving as a crucial precursor to the Academy Awards in March.
Leading this year’s nominations with remarkable presence across multiple categories are Paul Thomas Anderson’s epic drama ‘One Battle After Another’ and Joachim Trier’s critically acclaimed ‘Sentimental Value,’ each demonstrating exceptional artistic merit through their widespread recognition.
The competitive landscape reveals intriguing developments in both dramatic and comedic spheres. The Best Film – Drama category features formidable contenders including ‘Frankenstein’ directed by Guillermo del Toro, ‘Hamnet’ helmed by Chloe Zhao, and Michael B. Jordan’s performance-driven ‘Sinners.’ Meanwhile, the Musical or Comedy division showcases Timothée Chalamet’s ‘Marty Supreme’ alongside Ethan Hawke’s ‘Blue Moon’ and Lee Byung-Hun’s ‘No Other Choice.’
Notable performances recognized include Jennifer Lawrence’s compelling work in ‘Die, My Love,’ Dwayne Johnson’s transformative role in ‘The Smashing Machine,’ and Jeremy Allen White’s dual nominations for both his dramatic portrayal in ‘Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere’ and his comedic excellence in television’s ‘The Bear.’
The television categories continue to reflect the golden age of streaming content with HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’ receiving multiple acting nominations, while ‘Severance’ and ‘The Bear’ maintain their awards season momentum with several key nominations.
International cinema receives significant acknowledgment with ‘It Was Just an Accident,’ ‘No Other Choice,’ and ‘The Secret Agent’ all earning spots in the Non-English Language Film category, demonstrating the Globes’ continued commitment to global storytelling.
The complete nominations list reveals both expected frontrunners and surprising inclusions across all categories, setting the stage for what promises to be one of the most competitive awards seasons in recent memory.